AI Chatbots have shown they have an ‘empathy gap’ that children are likely to miss

New study proposes a framework for “Child Safe AI” following recent incidents which revealed that many children see chatbots as quasi-human and trustworthy.

Cambridge University News • cambridge
July 15, 2024 ~8 min

Lots of infections may have protected kids from COVID

Frequent viral and bacterial infections in kids boost nasal immune defenses. That may have protected them from severe COVID, a study finds.

Yale • futurity
July 2, 2024 ~7 min


Cutting-edge genomic test can improve care of children with cancer

Whole genome sequencing has improved clinical care of some children with cancer in England by informing individual patient care. Research published today

Cambridge University News • cambridge
July 2, 2024 ~5 min

Largest ever genetic study of age of puberty in girls shows links with weight gain

Genes can indirectly influence the age at which girls have their first period by accelerating weight gain in childhood, a known risk factor for early puberty,

Cambridge University News • cambridge
July 1, 2024 ~4 min

Extreme heat can be dangerous for runners, cyclists and anyone spending time outdoors: 6 tips for staying safe

The heat comes from everywhere when you’re active outside on hot days – the Sun’s rays, the air around you, the ground and even your own body.

Susan Yeargin, Associate Professor of Athletic Training, University of South Carolina • conversation
June 20, 2024 ~7 min

EPA has lowered the screening level for lead in soil – here’s what that could mean for households across the US

The new level won’t trigger automatic cleanups, but it sets a lower threshold for taking precautions to reduce lead exposure.

Gabriel Filippelli, Professor of Earth Sciences and Executive Director, Environmental Resilience Institute, Indiana University • conversation
June 18, 2024 ~9 min

Making emergency rooms ‘pediatric ready’ saves lives

Making hospital EDs ready to provide basic health care to kids could cost as little as $4 to $8 per patient while improving survival rates.

U. Texas Austin • futurity
June 18, 2024 ~4 min

6 tips to help your kid sleep better

A new poll sheds light on parents' bedtime battles to get their kids to sleep. An expert breaks down the findings and offers tips.

Beata Mostafavi-Michigan • futurity
June 17, 2024 ~10 min


UN: One-fourth of World’s Youngest Children Lack Food

VOA Learning English • voa
June 9, 2024 ~4 min

Millions of current smokers became addicted when they were teens – and nicotine marketing targets adolescents today just as it did decades ago

Online advertising featuring bright colors, cartoon figures and promotions by social media influencers entice adolescents to try tobacco.

Jon-Patrick Allem, Associate Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Rutgers University • conversation
May 31, 2024 ~7 min

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