Confirmed! Kawasaki-like Disease in Children is Caused by Coronavirus and Can Only be Diagnosed Using Antibody Tests

Medicine & Technology May 15, 2020

Children displayng Kawasaki-like disease cannot be diagnosed using coronavirus test kits except for antibody tests.

Cough May Not Be the Common Symptom for Coronavirus Among Children: Here Are the Tell-Tale Signs

May 13, 2020

New research says that COVID-19 in children could present gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea and fever instead of common respiratory symptoms seen in adults such as cough and difficulty in breathing. Click the link above to learn more.

Parents, be on the Lookout for W-Sitting in Your Toddlers

May 09, 2020

Parents, be observant of the way your child sits. If you notice them sitting down in a W position, gently ask them to sit another way as doctors say it could lead to many health problems. Click the link above to learn more.

2-year-old Boy Suffering From New Inflammatory Syndrome Related to Coronavirus Had a Blotchy Rash that Turned Black

Apr 29, 2020

A number of children in Britain and Italy have been diagnosed with the rare Kawasaki disease, which makes the immune system attack the body's internal organs. According to the UK government, there hasn't been any fatalities due to COVID-19 in children, a disease related to Kawasaki.

How to Protect Your Children from COVID-19

Mar 20, 2020

Doctors and medical experts say that older individuals or seniors are the ones more susceptible to fast-spreading COVID-19. Does this mean children are already spared from contracting the illness?

Less Active Infants Had Greater Fat Accumulation, Study Finds

Jan 24, 2020

The study could shed light on the link between infant physical inactivity and childhood obesity.

What To Do If Your Child Accidentally Eats Weed?

Nov 12, 2019

As cannabis is legalized in Canada and various states in America, more and more children are exposed to the substance. Here's what you need to do if your child accidentally eats weed.

Smartphone Usage Amongst Children Must Be Monitored, Says Expert

Jul 16, 2019

Some children as young as 13 years old are being treated for digital technology addiction.

Research Team Discovers Maximum Weight Children Must Carry in School Backpacks

Jul 03, 2019

Schoolchildren who use backpacks should avoid carrying loads greater than 10 percent of their body weight

Experimental Drug Can Encourage Bone Growth in Children with Dwarfism, Study Shows

Jun 20, 2019

The result of the study, at present, show an impact on growth, and this effect is sustained, at least over nearly four years in this trial

One in Five UK Children Affected By Persistent Poverty

Jun 12, 2019

Persistent poverty has a connection with poorer mental, social, and behavioral development in children, as well as worse educational outcomes, employment prospects, and earning power into adulthood

Study Suggests that Children with a Religious Background Do Better in Life

Jun 06, 2019

The study shows a link between a religious upbringing and better physical and mental health in young adults.

Mental Health: Questions To Ask Your Children

May 21, 2019

The questions you ask your kids about their everyday life will help you understand what they’re going through and how you can be of help.

FDA Approves Medical Device to Treat ADHD in Children

Apr 20, 2019

The device sends electrical pulses to the parts of the brain responsible for ADHD symptoms.

Doctors Ignored Guidelines While Prescribing Drugs Via Telemedicine Consults, Study Says

Apr 08, 2019

Telemedicine patients seem to be prescribed drugs far too often.