Call for children to wear helmets around horses
A new study has recommended helmets should always be worn by children not only when riding horses but also when around horses, to reduce the risk of head injuries.
The research conducted by The University of...
“Dire” lack of interest in maths careers among Australian students
An Australian study into why students choose science, mathematics, engineering and technology (STEM) careers has revealed a "dire" lack of interest in careers focused on mathematics.
Professor Kathryn Holmes of Western Sydney University's School of Education was part of...
The hows and whys of talking to your baby
The University of Wollongong’s Early Start Discovery Space officially launched its newest attraction, Crawlers’ Beach, on Wednesday 29 March with a talk on “Talking to your baby”.
Crawlers’ Beach is for children aged from birth to two...
Parents overestimate benefits of antibiotics for respiratory infections
New research by Bond University’s Centre for Research in Evidence-Based Practice (CREBP) has found that parents grossly overestimate the benefit of antibiotics in reducing the duration of acute respiratory infections in their children.
The study, published Tuesday,...
Barriers to children’s physical activity
A new study highlights some of the barriers children face in being more physically active in their local neighbourhoods.
Walking, scooting and riding to and from school helps children get the physical activity they need...
Barriers to children's physical activity
A new study highlights some of the barriers children face in being more physically active in their local neighbourhoods.
Walking, scooting and riding to and from school helps children get the physical activity they need...
More support needed for mums after perinatal loss
More support services for pregnant women who have previously suffered miscarriage, stillbirth or the loss of a newborn are needed, according to University of Queensland researchers.
A study led by the School of Health and Rehabilitation...
Superfine merino wool good for kids with eczema
A clinical trial led by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute is challenging the myth that wool is a possible source of allergy and irritates the skin for eczema sufferers.
The study published in the British...
Keeping kids’ soccer goals safe
Moveable soccer goals, which are subject to a safety standard due to the risk of toppling over, have been reviewed by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC).
Small Business Minister Michael McCormack, who is...
Insufficient sleep in early childhood may lead to cognitive, behavioural problems in later years
A study led by a Massachusetts General Hospital paediatrician finds that children ages 3 to 7 who don’t get enough sleep are more likely to have problems with attention, emotional control and peer relationships...
