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Everyone in hospital would benefit from access to a library. I used to work closely with Newham Libraries before the service was cut. Glad there is some new provision but sad it is piecemeal / on a charitable basis 📚

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NMDA receptor antibody encephalitis can have long-lasting neurological effects, especially in children, but the underling mechanism was unknown Now, Samuel J. Pleasure & team developed a mouse model, revealing the antibodies disrupt callosal connectivity: buff.ly/MGYFYSF

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Globally, eating disorders affect 2% to 5% of individuals during their lifetime and are more common in females than males. This Review discusses eating disorders, their associated physical and mental risk factors, and treatments. https://ja.ma/43tdImn

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📢 Today, the Education Policy Institute (EPI), funded by @nuffieldfoundation.org published a new report exploring the strengths & weaknesses of Free School Meals (FSM) and Pupil Premium (PP) as measures for identifying disadvantaged pupils in England. Read full report👇 epi.org.uk/publications...

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A previously healthy 2-year-old boy was brought to clinic with a 1-week history of itchy, red spots. Three days before the onset of the rash, the child had had an upper respiratory infection for which he had been given ibuprofen. 1/4 #MedSky #DermSky

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⏰ | NEW REPORT: No child should grow up in hardship due to their parents’ immigration status, but nearly half of children in the UK with parents born abroad are living in poverty. @amreenqureshi.bsky.social and @marleymorris.bsky.social explore the solutions 👇

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🔴 Nearly half (46%) of children in families with parents born outside of the UK are in poverty. 🔴 Children in families with migrant parents are more than twice as likely to be in very deep poverty: 21% compared to 8%. Find out more here: www.ippr.org/articles/hid...

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Pilot sites across the UK are now testing the role out of Martha’s Rule. What does this mean for paediatrics? Dr Ronny Cheung and Dr Mike McKean explore the impact on patient safety, service delivery, and equity. Read more: ow.ly/z3MK50V4rfb

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Our new report finds that children with migrant parents are more likely than other children to not have their own bedrooms, go on school trips, have a hobby, have friends over, celebrate special occasions, and eat nutritious food. Read more here: www.ippr.org/articles/hid...

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Ultimately, good oral health means that children can be free from the pain and other related health problems that come from tooth decay, which in turn supports them to live healthier, happier lives. 👀Read our full response➡️ bit.ly/3XAQZ43 www.gov.uk/government/n...

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Happy World Book Day! If you look reaaaally closely at these photos, you can see all of the books in our leisure and wellbeing collection available for loan to our library users... 📚

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What is medical Bluesky—and is it worth engaging with?

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We've created a library booklet, outlining the services we offer and including handy QR links. Download the PDF at the link below (look for 'Overview of library services') - you could print off a copy to have to hand and share with colleagues! www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/illingworth-...

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🆕 More than half of adults and a third of children and adolescents predicted to have overweight or obesity by 2050. Explore the data ⤵️ Paper 1: bit.ly/41s2lbA Paper 2: bit.ly/41EPTXt #WorldObesityDay #MedSky

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ECMO-treated neonates face high risks of brain injury, seizures, and developmental delays, emphasizing the need for early intervention, multidisciplinary follow-up, and further research. "Brain development in newborns and infants after ECMO" link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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A comprehensive review of genetic causes of obesity. @world-j-pediatr.bsky.social "Genetic causes, including leptin-melanocortin pathway disruptions, contribute to childhood obesity, requiring early genetic testing and personalized treatment approaches." link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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As we continue to expand our research into the consumption of alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks, here are details of a new project focusing on young people. It's funded by @alcoholchangeuk.bsky.social and led by @soc-researcher.bsky.social and @melissaoldham.bsky.social #alcohol #publichealth

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Did you know that you can access Oxford Handbooks online? 📚💻 Over 240 titles are available to access anytime, anywhere with your OpenAthens account Browse here: pages.oup.com/nhs

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📢ONLINE @naturegenet.bsky.social 📰Plasma proteome variation and its genetic determinants in children and adolescents. By Lili Niu, Matthias Mann, Simon Rasmussen, Torben Hansen and colleagues. ⬇️ www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders occur in children exposed prenatally to alcohol and are primarily but variably characterized by developmental, learning, behavioural, cognitive, craniofacial and growth alterations. https://www.nature.c...

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The effects of poverty are wide-ranging and far-reaching. Young people often talk about the stress of growing up in financial hardship. But what about the longer-lasting effects? Our blog explores different ways that living in poverty can affect them: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/what-we-do/o...

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Policy alert: Creating connections: understanding the mental health needs of young mums kingsfund.blogs.com/health_manag...

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Satisfaction with friendship support protects autistic youth from the negative effects of peer victimization journals.sagepub.com...

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A new #UndertheCortex podcast episode just released! @marlietandoc.bsky.social explores how children’s weaker selective attention could actually be a hidden strength in #learning. #Children #Attention

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The authors of a new editorial describe the foundations of a study of gene therapy to treat children and young adults with Danon disease. Read the full editorial: nej.md/4irkBsB #MedSky #CardioSky #Genetics

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Looking for something to read on #WorldBookDay? Order our free storybooks for children with cancer. Children can read them with support from their family or social worker. ❤️ Download or order yours for free: ow.ly/sOz850V188Q #Leukaemia #Lymphoma #BrainTumour

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What would a good child poverty strategy mean for children? CPAG with @savechildrenuk.bsky.social have published new research on how to deliver a child poverty strategy. This is why it’s so important to get it right.

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New research by an international team led by @qmul.ac.uk have found new genetic links between genetically-predicted height and an individual’s likelihood of developing a range of diseases and conditions. These new data could help improve early diagnosis and risk monitoring for patients.

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Take the @ACAMH quiz on ADHD bit.ly/ADHD-Quiz Part of our celebration of having Dr Erin Schoenfelder Gonzalez deliver an ADHD talk on latest research and key health behaviours. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #CAMH #CAMHS #Psychology #Psychiatry #Science #Evidence #Medicine #ADHD #Wellbeing

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New study by Luján et al. from Vivek Malhotra's group @crg.eu (rupress.org/jcb/article/...) details the molecular mechanism of a rare illness that causes transient paralysis and dangerous arrhythmias. More in the news @elpais.com: english.elpais.com/science-tech...

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📢 New research from our team on extreme preterm births (24-27 wks): 79.1% intact neurological survival rate C-section & female gender = better outcomes Survival increases with each week (50% at 24wks to 90% at 27wks) Proud of our team's contribution to neonatal care!

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What are the signs that a young person may be self injuring? Janis Whitlock, Director, of the Cornell Research Program on Self-Injury and Recovery Research Scientist Emerita, explains in this talk just released on #ACAMHlearn bit.ly/Janis-Whitlock

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Sleep disturbances in autistic children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials journals.sagepub.com...

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The ‘A Better Start - Shared Learning’ newsletter is full of insights for services & practitioners focused on improving #EarlyYears outcomes. Sign up at: bit.ly/2JLGhRr

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A very useful review on children's experiences of domestic abuse. link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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Absolutely brilliant 15 minute micro-learning from @rcem.ac.uk Recent data from 2012-22 has shown an increase of >500% in 11-15yr old girls requiring ward admission for eating disorder. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/ja... This is mandatory reading for PEM and acute paediatricians. @rcpch.bsky.social

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Today's Paper of the Day is: Acute infections of the central nervous system in children and adults: diagnosis and management https://criticalcarereviews.com/latest-evidence/paper-of-the-day Join us to read 1 paper per day and stay up-to-date as we cover the spectrum of critical care across 2025

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Ultra-processed foods are taking over the baby food market—but at what cost? Experts are raising concerns about the long-term health impacts of these products on infants.

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No negative link found btwn peripartum depressive symptoms & expressive language in toddlers, even after considering timing, severity, & persistence. While no immediate direct negative influence of peripartum depressive symptoms was observed, long-term cumulative effects unclear tinyurl.com/5n93urpx

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Dear music lovers, Today is #WorldHearingDay #DYK❓ Prolonged exposure to loud sounds while listening to music at live venues or events 🔊 can put you at risk of hearing loss and tinnitus. Take these steps to ensure good hearing health throughout life. 🔗 bit.ly/43isCfl

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What are the hidden benefits of #SchoolMeals? Donald Bundy discusses how providing children with nutritious, #sustainable food can boost economies on the LSEG Sustainable Growth podcast. #PublicHealth Photo: © WFP Listen 🎧👉 pod.link/sustainable

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A new season of Young & Healthy launched today with an episode on growth spurts. Tune in to hear pediatricians Dr. Mary Carol Burkhardt & Dr. Nick DeBlasio discuss differences between growing pains & growth spurts, when to consult a pediatrician, and more: youngandhealthy.podbean.com/e/inch-by-in...

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Well this was a different one - psychology and EastEnders 40th anniversary. Great to talk to Jamie about conflict, adult roles and restoration / resolution. The young people's reactions are great too! #edpsychs #Eastenders @bpsofficial.bsky.social www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/art...

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New ( very) long term study on health and well being effects of vaping on young people. Yet dealing with stress and anxiety is given as common reason for vaping by young people in surveys. Same reason given by many cigarette smokers www.gov.uk/government/n...

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New drug treatment for children with severe epilepsy. Hopefully be no delays in children receiving this treatment. www.england.nhs.uk/2025/02/nhs-...

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This cites a USA study on muscle dysmorphia and use of muscle building food supplements. Hard to miss them in uk they are stacked on every supermarket shelf edition.cnn.com/2025/02/19/h...

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The Evolution of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services - 1960 – 2010 and influences on our practice today. In this two-part talk, Arnon Bentovim explores the evolution of child and adolescent mental health services bit.ly/Arnon-Benton...

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43% of adults in England struggle with low #HealthLiteracy, that number jumps to 61% when the information includes numbers as well as words. This means many people find it hard to navigate the healthcare system, especially online

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1/ (Podcast + transcript) When treating social anxiety in autistic teens, clinicians must distinguish between masking & safety behaviors. Treatment should balance autism-affirming approaches with evidence-based cognitive therapy techniques for reducing safety behaviors acamhlearn.org/Learning/The...

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