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Children sweat at same rate as adults in extreme heat, study finds
The study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, was carried out by experts at the university's Heat and Health Research Center in collaboration with a team of experts at the University of Canberra. It is the largest controlled study of its kind, looking at the effects of high temperatures (up to 40 degrees Celsius) on 68 children aged between 10 and 16 years.
Ten-year study tracks trends in pediatric clavicle fractures across the U.S.
Clavicular fractures are common injuries among children, usually due to sports-related trauma or accidental falls. The purpose of this study was to assess the epidemiology of clavicular fractures among children in the United States between 2014 and 2023.
How to Safely Use Saline Drops for Babies
Saline drops are safe to use in babies with nasal congestion. They help clear mucus and draw moisture from swollen nasal tissues so your infant or toddler can breathe more comfortably. Saline drops can be administered in the nose using a sterile nose dropper and removed using a clean bulb syringe.
Management of adolescent scoliosis: a comprehensive review of etiology and rehabilitation
Adolescent scoliosis (AS) is a complex spinal deformity characterized by a curvature exceeding 10 degrees, affecting 1%–3% of adolescents globally. Despite extensive research, its etiology remains multifactorial, involving genetic, biomechanical, neuromuscular, and environmental factors. This review synthesizes recent advances in understanding the pathogenesis of AS and explores the latest developments in non-surgical rehabilitation strategies, including physical therapy, bracing, exercise therapy, and psychological interventions.
One in four children suffers from chronic pain, and school nurses could be key to helping them manage it
Joint pain, headaches, stomachaches, fibromyalgia—the list sounds like an inventory of ailments that might plague people as they age. Yet these are chronic, painful conditions that frequently affect children. People often imagine childhood as a time when the body functions at its best, but about 25% of children experience chronic pain.
