Male infant circumcision has a 200 to one risk-benefit: research
There is a 200 to 1 risk-benefit in favour of infant male circumcision compared to the lifetime risk of being an uncircumcised male, a new study in World Journal of Clinical Pediatrics reveals.
The new study by researchers at...
Lunches should be stored in fridge overnight during heatwaves
Parents packing school lunches during the summer heat have been urged to prepare food and store it in the refrigerator overnight to help keep the meal cool for longer, according to a gastroenterologist from...
Homeopathic teething products
The TGA has completed its testing of samples of teething gels as discussed below and has not identified any quality issues.
Levels of atropine, the primary alkaloid present in belladonna, were found to be well...
Are you ready to explore your baby’s genome?
Clinical geneticists are part of a national consortium of researchers studying the pros and cons of genome sequencing for newborn health.
When you have a baby, a nurse or phlebotomist performs a heel stick to...
Lap band surgery benefits very obese adolescents
Lap band surgery has significant benefits for severely obese teenagers and, despite its controversial nature, should still be considered as a first option to manage obesity during adolescence, a new study has found.
Led by...
Strong Friendships May Mitigate Depression Associated With Excessive Video Gaming
Teenagers who play video games for more than four hours a day suffer from symptoms of depression, but frequent use of social media and instant messaging may mitigate symptoms of game addiction in these...
Stereotypes about ‘brilliance’ may set in for girls as early as age 6
By the age of 6, girls become less likely than boys to associate brilliance with their own gender. This could have an immediate impact on their interest level in activities and may have long-term...
Stereotypes about 'brilliance' may set in for girls as early as age 6
By the age of 6, girls become less likely than boys to associate brilliance with their own gender. This could have an immediate impact on their interest level in activities and may have long-term...
Youngest in class more likely to be medicated for ADHD
Curtin University researchers have established that the youngest children in West Australian classrooms are more likely than their older classmates to receive medication for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
The results raised concerns that age-related...
Warning about the use of inflatable air loungers in water
Consumer Affairs Victoria is warning consumers against using inflatable air loungers in water following reports of near drownings.
Inflatable air loungers are fabric tubes that are inflated to form a lounge or bed. They can...
