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Children's health
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Use of alcohol and e-cigarettes among youth ‘alarming’ − WHO
Overall drinking had decreased for boys, while it had increased for girls
Young TikTok make-up influencers spark health warnings
Some specialists say trend is a danger to children’s mental and physical well-being
First child cured of rare brain tumour ‘offers real hope’
International Childhood Cancer Day is being marked on February 15
Leaky gut in children
A damaged gut can influence various facets of a child's health and development. Arnika Suska takes a look at the causes, symptoms and treatment available.
Smart wearables for children with cerebral palsy
Customisable device shows ‘promise’ as it increases motivation of a child with CP to use their hands during occupational therapy sessions
Adolescent mental health: social media during COVID exacerbated challenges
During the pandemic, young people were drastically affected by the sudden shift to a digital world. Researchers say it's time we address the impact of excessive screen time on brain development.
Gene therapy offers hope for children born deaf
‘Game changer’: Several success stories were announced this week
Breaking barriers in speech and language therapy
Innovative board game and accompanying app aim to provide a high-quality user experience for children aged five to eight during speech and language therapy
Asthma: things you should know
Millions of people are diagnosed with asthma every year, the majority of whom are youngsters. Georgiana Mifsud Bonnici says treating symptoms and avoiding risk factors is ‘vitally important’.
Understanding parental pressure and how it affects a child’s well-being
In the pursuit of nurturing their children’s growth and development, parents often walk a fine line between encouragement and excessive pressure, says Joselle Camilleri