Child Health
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Happy homes mean healthy hearts
A happy home as a child is a key factor in deciding heart health in adulthood, according to Finnish researchers. Read more
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Circumcision link to autism?
Circumcision of tiny boys may trigger autism in some cases, researchers warn today. Read more
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School rugby “a scandal”
Schools rugby is a dangerous sport with risks that have not been assessed, a neurosurgeon claims today. Read more
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Next step for eye gene therapy
British scientists are hoping to make gene therapy work for patients with a rare eye disease – but say only some will benefit. Read more
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Vaccine multiple sclerosis risk dismissed
A cancer vaccine offered to young women is not responsible for triggering multiple sclerosis, researchers say today. Read more
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New approach to child malaria drugs
The treatment of children with malaria can be improved by using the right drug combination, researchers say today. Read more
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Development disorder genes emerging
Growing numbers of children with rare disabilities can now be diagnosed with specific, gene-related diseases, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Snakes in the home bring disease to infants
Parents may delight their children by introducing a new pet at Christmas – but if the pet is a snake it may bring risk of serious infection, researchers warned today. Read more
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Broccoli hope for rare ageing disease
Many health benefits have been claimed for broccoli – but scientists now believe it holds the key to treating a rare genetic condition that causes premature ageing. Read more
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Gene screening could be stepped up – study
Large-scale gene sequencing could feasibly be used in the NHS to identify rare diseases, experts say today. Read more