Paediatricians warn on child health trends
Monday October 15th, 2018
Child health in England is falling behind other developed countries, paediatricians warn today.
A report says that infant mortality rates will be more than twice as high than in other similar
nations by 2030.
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health calls for a properly-funded strategy to “transform” the
life chances of children and young people.
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C-sections almost double worldwide in 15 years
Friday October 12th, 2018
The number of babies born through caesarean section almost doubled to 21% between 2000 and 2015,
but in some countries, the rate is more than 40%, startling new figures show. More
Sons' puberty age linked to mothers' first period
Friday October 12th, 2018
The age at which young women have their first period is linked to their sons’ age at puberty – suggesting
a genetic connection, researchers report today. More
