Category : Child Health


US Teens Sleeping Less Than Ever, Study Finds

A new study shows US teens are sleeping less than ever, with only 22% of older adolescents getting adequate sleep. Screen time, social media, and academic pressure are key factors.

Baby's Feeding Struggles Led to Heart Surgery

Tansy Simpson and Matthew Jukes' newborn Atlas struggled to feed, leading to a diagnosis of a hole in the heart and narrowed aorta. After successful surgery, Tansy runs the London Marathon for Evelina London.

Woman Arrested Over Death of Autistic Girl in Pond

A woman in her 30s has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter and child neglect after the death of seven-year-old autistic girl Nyla May Bradshaw, who was found in a golf course pond near Doncaster.

Child Locked in Van for Years Loses Walking Ability

A nine-year-old boy was rescued after being imprisoned in his father's van for nearly two years near the Swiss-German border, suffering severe malnutrition and losing the ability to walk due to prolonged confinement.

Boy Loses Walking Ability After 500 Days Locked in Van

A nine-year-old boy in eastern France has been hospitalized after being confined in his father's van for nearly 18 months, leaving him unable to walk. Authorities are investigating the shocking case of alleged kidnapping and neglect.

Trump-Inspired Behavior Trends Trouble Toddlers

A new study reveals that imitating aggressive political rhetoric and behavior, often termed 'Trumpish' trends, is negatively impacting toddlers' social development and causing disciplinary issues in early childhood settings.

Three Stretchy Toys Recalled Over Asbestos Health Risk

Parents are warned to immediately stop using three sand-filled stretchy toys recalled by UK regulators due to potential asbestos contamination. The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued detailed disposal guidance.

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