Tag: Children’s Health
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Conjoined at the Head: A Mother’s Journey with Daughters
Introduction: A Routine Scan That Changed Everything It began like any ordinary pregnancy: the familiar feel of gel on my stomach, the soft glow of a monitor, and the hopeful hush that accompanies an ultrasound. I was already a mother to three, expecting my fourth, when the dream of another child grew quietly in my…
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A Third of NICU-Admitted Children Fail School Readiness Tests, New Study Begins
New Study Tracks NICU Admits From Birth to Age 16 A striking finding from recent discussions in pediatric health is that a significant share of children who spend time in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) may struggle with school readiness. In the coming year, researchers will launch a major longitudinal study involving 1,000 babies admitted…
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Brave Naas Girl Enrolled in UK Clinical Trial Following Rare Cancer Diagnosis
Introduction: A story of courage and hope In Naas, a town known for its close-knit community, an 11-year-old pupil from Rathmore National School has entered a challenging new phase in her fight against a rare and aggressive cancer. Jessica “Jaye” Gibson began intensive treatment after her initial symptoms—persistent headaches and swelling of the tongue—appeared in…
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Brave Naas Girl Enters UK Clinical Trial After Rare Cancer Diagnosis
Onset of Symptoms and Diagnosis In August 2025, a young pupil from Naas began experiencing persistent headaches and unusual swelling of the tongue. Those early warning signs led her family and medical team to seek urgent evaluation. After a series of tests and consultations at pediatric oncology specialists, the 11-year-old was diagnosed with a rare…
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UK’s Landmark Junk Food Advertising Ban: What It Means for Parents and Public Health
Introduction: A Bold Step to Protect Young People The United Kingdom has enacted a landmark junk food advertising ban aimed at reducing the exposure of younger audiences to unhealthy food and drink marketing. The legislation targets high fat, sugar, and salt (HFSS) products and introduces strict restrictions across both traditional and digital media. As policymakers,…
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Catholic Influencer Paul J. Kim’s 5-Year-Old Son Dies After Battle With Flu
Tragic Update: A Family in Grief The Catholic faith community is mourning following the death of Micah Joseph, the young son of popular Catholic influencer Paul J. Kim. After an 11-day struggle with a severe flu, Micah passed away, leaving a wave of condolences and prayers from followers around the world. The family had only…
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Foundation Urges Early Care for Children Living with Scoliosis
Foundation Highlights Importance of Early Intervention On Saturday, the Scoliosis Focus Foundation underscored the critical role of early medical intervention for children living with scoliosis. The message, delivered by founder Dr. Ayomide Akintan-Adejuwon, emphasized that timely screening and treatment can significantly improve outcomes and quality of life for affected youths. What Early Care Entails Early…
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When Hope Is The Only Medicine: A Gaza Family’s Battle to Evacuate Their Sickest Child
A Family’s Long Wait for Urgent Care In Khan Younis, Gaza, a family waited for days that stretched into weeks, hoping for a medical evacuation that would take their six-month-old daughter Habiba to a facility capable of delivering the care she needed. After more than 40 days at Nasser hospital, a lifeline finally appeared when…
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Gaza Medical Evacuations: Families Push for Safe Transfers
In the wait for life-saving care In Gaza’s crowded hospitals, the clock ticks relentlessly as families await medical evacuations that can mean the difference between life and death. For Hani Mohammad Abu Zarqa and his wife, the call they prayed for finally came after more than 40 days at Nasser hospital in Khan Younis. Their…
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Record breaker launches charity to support children left alone in hospital
Introducing Ward Buddies: A new lifeline for hospitalized children Jamie McDonald, the endurance record holder better known as Adventureman, has taken on a powerful mission off the track. At 39, he is channeling his public profile and personal experience into Ward Buddies, a charity dedicated to preventing emotional abandonment for children in hospitals. The initiative…