In Ethiopia, nursing mothers often turn to herbal remedies. This is not just a local trend. Worldwide, women of childbearing age are big fans of herbal products. This is especially true when they are pregnant or breastfeeding. There is a catch. Many of these herbs have not been tested for safety. Yet, Ethiopian mothers use them. Why? Mainly to boost their milk suppl...
Deep wells have become a popular solution for providing clean water in rural Bangladesh. These wells tap into deep aquifers, offering water that is free from arsenic and safe from microbes. This seems like a great fix for a big problem. However, there is a catch. These deep wells are not as common as the shallow ones. People often have to travel further to get water ...
The rapid growth of cities in low- and middle-income countries has led to a surge in slum populations. This growth has brought with it a serious problem: many young children in these areas are not getting enough food. This issue is particularly noticeable in the urban slums of Belagavi, Karnataka. A recent investigation looked into how common undernutrition is amo...
The U. S. aid cuts have had a significant impact on global health programs. The impact of these cuts is far-reaching and has real consequences for people around the world. In Nigeria, a mother named Mariam Mohammed experienced this firsthand. She lost her younger son, Babagana, due to the disruptions caused by these aid cuts. Babagana had sickle cell disease and n...
In a bustling city, a group of researchers decided to look into how different factors influence children's physical activity. They focused on moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) among school kids. The team wanted to see if attitudes toward new sports and various influences play a role in how active children are. So, they turned to machine learning to make s...
A young family in Mississippi got a huge surprise when their one-year-old son, Bain, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. This news came after a scary trip to the emergency room, where Bain was found to have diabetic ketoacidosis, a serious condition that can be life-threatening. The family had to quickly learn how to manage this new reality, which involved a lot of...
The debate about when kids should start tackling in sports is heating up. Some people think it's safer to wait until kids are 12 years old. Why? Because younger kids have brains that are still growing and bodies that aren't fully developed. This makes them more likely to get hurt, especially concussions, when they tackle or get tackled. There are some studies th...
Childhood is a critical period for shaping lifelong health habits. This is why early interventions are so important. Child healthcare services play a big role in this process. One interesting approach is using storytelling to promote healthy lifestyles. This method involves colorful illustrations and handouts designed to make routine health talks more engaging. The g...
The use of mobile phones to encourage healthy living is a growing trend. These programs are flexible and affordable. They can reach people who might not otherwise get health advice. But, for these programs to work well with Indigenous communities, they need to fit with their culture and values. This is crucial for the programs to be accepted and effective. There has...
In times of civil unrest, the world often focuses on the immediate dangers. Yet, the long-term effects, especially on children, are often overlooked. Civil unrest is a broad term. It covers everything from small political clashes to large-scale protests. These events can be violent or non-violent. They often stem from discontent over political, economic, or social is...