Child Health
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Renewed calls to restrict films showing smoking
Adolescents are more likely to take up smoking if they regularly see it in films, according to an analysis published today. Read more
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Sportacus beats Scooby
The classic cartoon show Scooby-Doo sets children the best example for activity – if not for eating – according to an "official" league table published yesterday. Read more
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Oils that prevent allergy may block cancer treatment
Women who consume fish and nut oils in pregnancy may help reduce their child’s risk of developing allergy, researchers have reported. Read more
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Babies distinguish pain at 35 weeks
Unborn babies can distinguish between pain and general touch from about 35 weeks’ gestation, new research has suggested. Read more
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Do bereaved parents die of a "broken heart"?
Losing a baby can have a devastating impact on the parents – and may lead to their early deaths, researchers said today. Read more
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Adenoid removal may not cut childhood infections
Having the adenoids removed will not necessarily benefit children with recurring upper respiratory tract infections, new research finds. Read more
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Greater efforts needed to cut newborn deaths
The rate of deaths of new-born babies around the world has fallen, but more must be done, the World Health Organisation warned yesterday. Read more
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Gene treatment may cure children
A trial of gene therapy on children with severe immune disorders has proved remarkably successful, British researchers reported last night. Read more
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Breastfeeding may not help prevent eczema
New research suggests that extended breastfeeding may not lead to a reduced risk of a child developing the allergic skin problem eczema. Read more
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New warning for obese mothers
New findings from a London medical school highlight the risks to babies of being born to obese mothers. Read more