Manchester scientists identify major genetic cause of severe childhood epilepsy
Scientists in Manchester have identified a major new genetic cause of severe epilepsy in children, in a discovery that could help provide…
Lab-grown mini-brains offer new insight into childhood epilepsy
Researchers have developed lab-grown “mini-brains” to better understand a brain malformation linked to drug-resistant epilepsy in children. The MOSAIC team at the…
Children in poorer countries face almost sixfold higher risk of dying after emergency surgery
Children who need life‑saving emergency surgery after a serious injury are almost six times more likely to die if in poorer countries…
Heavy social media use linked to depression and anxiety in children, study finds
Children who spend more than three hours a day on social media are significantly more likely to develop depression and anxiety in…
Step forward in prevention of cisplatin induced hearing loss in children
Pharma firm Norgine B.V. has announced that Swissmedic has granted marketing authorisation for PEDMARQSI (sodium thiosulfate solution for infusion) indicated for the…
ADHD medication in childhood may reduce later psychosis risk, study finds
A new study has found that commonly prescribed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication in childhood may lower the long‑term risk of…
Study reveals ethical risks of using AI for mental health
As more people seek mental health advice from AI chatbots, new research suggests the systems are not yet ready and can fall…
Recreational drugs more than double stroke risk, research suggests
Recreational drugs can more than double stroke risk, with a major review suggesting some of the most concerning impacts are among younger…