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Paediatrics

Penicillin targets rheumatic heart disease in kids

Penicillin significantly reduces rheumatic heart disease progression in children: A regular, affordable antibiotic treatment significantly reduced the risk of underlying rheumatic…

Most children with cancer have mild COVID-19

Most children and adolescents with cancer have mild COVID-19 disease and make a full recovery, a new study has found.…

Social disadvantage impacts childhood asthma

Social disadvantage in the UK has a lasting impact on childhood asthma.  Children experiencing social disadvantage in their first few…

Cell-based vaccine for children and adolescents

A cell-based influenza vaccine has effectively provided protection against the flu in children and adolescents, according to a new study.…

Leading the fight against scabies

Leading a worldwide effort to better prevent and treat scabies: The Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) and its partners are leading a global…

Wellbeing program for young cancer survivors

Wellbeing program to help young people rebuild their life after cancer: A digital program enhancing physical and mental wellbeing for…

Improving heart health of kids with CP

Improving heart health of kids with CP: A landmark research project led by The University of Queensland is aiming to…

Children who eat more fruit and veg have better mental health

Children who eat a better diet, packed with fruit and vegetables, have better mental wellbeing – according to new research…

WHO’s Science in 5 on COVID-19 : Keeping schools safe

What steps should a school take to keep students and staff safe from COVID-19? What about vaccination? How can families…

Common antibiotic reduces low birth weight and prematurity

A common antibiotic has been found to reduce low birth weight and premature births, if taken during pregnancy, in countries…

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