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Pediatricians and researchers around the world are rallying behind the Guidance for International Growth Standards (GIGS) project, a comprehensive initiative aimed at promoting the appropriate use of international growth standards in clinical, research, and public health settings. The project's guidance document provides historical and conceptual context to support
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Teachers play a crucial role in helping students manage chronic pain, a widespread issue that affects their academic performance and overall well-being. A recent study published in Paediatric & Neonatal Pain emphasizes the importance of social support and inclusive school environments in addressing pain in children and adolescents. Researchers at
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Researchers at the Department of Pediatrics and Child Health in Tanzania have reported a significant reduction in newborn mortality rates following the implementation of the Safer Births Bundle of Care (SBBC) program. The program, supported by the Laerdal Foundation, included training of healthcare workers on neonatal resuscitation using improved training
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A recent study from the University of Groningen, Netherlands, has shed light on the long-term effects of traumatic brain injury on children's health-related quality of life. The researchers found that a substantial number of pediatric patients experienced concentration problems, headache, and memory problems several years after the injury.
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Research conducted at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego has investigated the effectiveness of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in diagnosing pediatric ankle fractures compared to ankle x-rays. The study aimed to determine the test performance characteristics of POCUS, including its ability to reduce the number of x-rays, analyze diagnostic errors, and
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Research from the Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran, has shed light on the treatment and management of bilateral tibial eminence fractures in children. A 12-year-old male patient was involved in a bicycle-automobile collision, resulting in bilateral fractures of the tibial eminence. The researchers successfully treated the patient with closed
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A new study conducted at Kenyatta National Hospital highlights the dire situation of thousands of Kenyan children born with congenital heart disease (CHD), where the exorbitant cost of surgery and severe shortage of specialized facilities turn survival into a desperate race against time. The research reviewed the records of 1,
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NHS waiting lists for community care services, particularly for children, have grown significantly, with a 58% increase in children's waiting lists since 2022, compared to a 23% increase for adults. This surge is largely attributed to the growing demand for neurodevelopmental assessments, including autism and ADHD diagnoses, as
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A new research study sheds light on the intricate intersectionality of disability, linguistic diversity, and cultural identity in special education policy, focusing on how these aspects impact students' experiences and outcomes. The study reveals that the current system disproportionately represents English learners in special education and fails to consider
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A recent pediatric study has revealed that individuals who are infected with COVID-19 multiple times are more likely to develop "long COVID" than those who are infected once. The study, conducted by researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, analyzed data from approximately
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A recent study published in European Physical Education Review examines the complexities of assessment in physical education, highlighting the difficulties and limitations of both formative and summative assessment practices. The research, conducted by a team of scholars from the University of Orebro, analyzed a body of literature on physical education
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Inflammatory bowel disease patients are at a heightened risk for vaccine-preventable infections due to underlying immune dysregulation and long-term immunosuppressive therapy. Despite published guidelines affirming vaccine safety, real-world coverage remains suboptimal. A recent study conducted in Russia highlights the knowledge gaps and limited guideline awareness among pediatric gastroenterologists that contribute
