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What Hospital Data from COVID Lockdowns Reveals About Respiratory Infections in Children
A hospital study of 62 children shows that severe respiratory infections were uncommon during pandemic restrictions, with most cases remaining mild. The research highlights which warning signs parents should watch for to catch more serious cases early.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
How Long Does It Take for Malnourished Children to Recover? What Research From Ethiopia Tells Us
A new study shows that children with severe malnutrition can recover in about 7 weeks with proper outpatient treatment, but several factors—like distance to health clinics and co-infections—significantly affect recovery speed. Understanding these factors helps parents and healthcare providers in Singapore and across Asia prioritise nutrition and early medical care.
Source: PLOS ONE — Education
A New Tool to Help Children Tell Us What They Think About Their Neighbourhoods
Researchers in Italy have validated a simple questionnaire that lets primary school children evaluate the quality of the places where they live and play. This tool could help parents and educators better understand what children think about their communities.
Source: Frontiers in Public Health — Child Health
How Respiratory Support Affects Feeding in Premature Babies: What Singapore Parents Need to Know
A new study reveals that the type and duration of breathing support given to very premature babies can significantly impact when they're ready to feed normally. Understanding this connection helps parents and doctors make better decisions about their baby's care in the NICU.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Why Your Teen's Voice Matters in Medical Research – Especially for Rare Diseases
A new international study shows that young people living with rare diseases are rarely included as genuine partners in research that affects them. Experts have created practical guidance to help researchers meaningfully involve teens and young adults in ways that respect their growing independence and unique insights.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Could Your Child's Allergies Be Linked to ADHD? What New Research Reveals
Scientists have discovered that children with allergic rhinitis who also have certain nutritional deficiencies and severe allergic inflammation are at much higher risk of ADHD. A new predictive tool could help doctors identify and support these children earlier.
Source: Frontiers in Public Health — Child Health
Did COVID-19 Lockdowns Affect Your Child's Emotional Development? What Research from Russia Reveals
A new study shows that children who experienced strict lockdowns had slower emotional development compared to those who didn't, suggesting that time with people beyond the immediate family matters more than we thought. For Singapore families, this research highlights why social connections during early childhood are crucial for helping children understand and manage their emotions.
Source: Frontiers in Developmental Psychology
A New Hope for Children with a Rare Lung Bleeding Condition: What Parents Need to Know
Researchers have found that a medication called rituximab can help children with a rare and serious lung condition called idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis (IPH) when standard treatments don't work. Two young patients who weren't responding to conventional therapy experienced significant improvement after receiving this new treatment.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Can Short Bursts of Intense Exercise in School Really Boost Your Child's Fitness and Brain Power?
A new review of research shows that high-intensity interval training (HIIT)—brief, intense workout sessions—can improve some children's fitness and heart health when done at school. However, the evidence for brain benefits and academic gains is still very limited.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Screen Time and Early Development: What Singapore Parents of Premature Babies Need to Know
A new study reveals that direct screen exposure in very premature infants is linked to slower language and cognitive development by 12 months. The findings suggest that the timing and type of screen use matter more than previously thought for babies born early.
Source: Frontiers in Developmental Psychology
Does Screen Time Really Cause ADHD? What New Research Tells Singapore Parents
A major study of 10 research papers found that children with excessive screen time have a 56% higher risk of developing ADHD symptoms. The risk is strongest for young children under 6 watching passive content like videos.
Source: Frontiers in Pediatrics
Understanding Your Teen's Bullying Experiences: What New Research Reveals
A major research review shows that bullying isn't just one problem—teens experience it in many different ways, and some are at much higher risk of serious harm. Scientists have discovered new ways to identify these patterns, which could help schools and parents provide better support.
Source: Frontiers in Public Health — Child Health