Social distancing decreased paediatric respiratory tract infections in Finland
Finland declared a lockdown in response to the coronavirus pandemic in March 2020, and the ensuing social distancing measures decreased…
Paediatrics
Polyvagal Theory and the potency of the dorsal state
So much of our focus on the Polyvagal Theory centres around honouring and validating the ventral vagus and teaching people…
Children’s eczema rates rise due to frequent handwashing
Over half of British children are suffering with skin problems due to frequent handwashing and eczema rates are on the…
Understanding why some children enjoy TV more than others
Children's own temperament could be driving the amount of TV they watch – according to new research from the University…
Support Breastfeeding for a healthier planet
A message from UNICEF: World Breastfeeding Week 2020: "Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet”. The theme of World Breastfeeding Week…
Unprecedented demand for school age vaccinations
Unprecedented demand as NHS restarts school age vaccinations programme: The NHS has reported unprecedented demand since it restarted its vaccination programme…
Coping strategies for children post lockdown
It’s child’s play: how parents can help young children adjust to post lockdown life – five tips from a Priory…
Premature babies: high exposure to noise in the incubator
What do premature babies hear while lying in an incubator? "That is the question addressed by an interdisciplinary team from…
Babies & COVID-19 -The impact and issues
RSM webinar: Babies & COVID-19 - The impact and issues. Tue 14 Jul 2020 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Online. Register…
Link between heart health and obesity in children
Childhood obesity linked to poor heart health signs at 11-12 years. Toddlers who were obese or overweight show concerning signs of…