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Calibr-Skaggs and Kainomyx join forces to accelerate development of antimalarial drugs

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Recent Alliance Targets Malaria’s Achilles’ Heel: The Parasite’s Skeleton A groundbreaking research collaboration between the Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines at Scripps Research and Kainomyx, Inc. Promises a fresh approach to combating malaria. Supported by the Gates Foundation, the partnership focuses on disrupting the Plasmodium parasite’s cytoskeleton – a strategy that could unlock a new … Read more

Schools and families may not be fully prepared to respond to teen cardiac emergencies

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The Silent Threat: Are We Truly Prepared for Teen Sudden Cardiac Arrest? Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) in young people is a frightening prospect, but a new national poll reveals a concerning gap between awareness and preparedness. While nearly half of parents have heard of a teen experiencing SCA, a University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott … Read more

Telehealth boosts uptake of genetic testing among adult survivors of childhood cancers

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Telehealth: Expanding Genetic Testing for Childhood Cancer Survivors Adults who survived childhood cancer face a heightened risk of developing secondary cancers, like breast, colorectal, sarcomas, and thyroid cancer. While previous cancer treatments contribute to this risk, a significant portion – up to 13 percent – is linked to hereditary predispositions. Fortunately, a recent clinical trial … Read more

Top early-life factors driving childhood food allergy

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Food Allergy Rates Rising: What New Research Reveals About Protecting Your Child A groundbreaking meta-analysis of nearly three million children across 40 countries has shed new light on the complex web of factors contributing to the growing prevalence of food allergies. Published in JAMA Pediatrics, the study identifies key early-life predictors, moving beyond simple genetics … Read more

COVID vaccination during pregnancy not associated with neurodevelopmental problems in children

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COVID-19 Vaccine in Pregnancy: New Research Reassures Parents Recent findings presented at the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) 2026 Pregnancy Meeting™ offer strong evidence that mRNA COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy does not increase the risk of autism or other neurodevelopmental issues in children. This research addresses a significant concern for expectant parents and provides valuable … Read more

Police say there was ‘serious, imminent risk’ of child kidnapping in Perth by Jason William Forbes

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Police say children in Perth faced a “serious and imminent” risk of kidnapping after uncovering a plot by 39‑year‑old Jason William Forbes to abduct and abuse a young girl in a secret, sound‑proof loft he built in his home. WARNING: This story contains details that some readers may find distressing. Forbes was sentenced to seven years … Read more

Chasing Sugar Bugs: Dental Faculty Turns Kids’ Fear Into Fun

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From Sugar Bugs to Smart Smiles: The Future of Pediatric Dental Health Dr. Himali Patel Bhatt’s journey from dentist to children’s book author highlights a growing trend: the proactive, imaginative approach to pediatric dental health. Her book, Where Do the Sugar Bugs Hide?, isn’t just a story; it’s a reflection of a shift towards making … Read more

Childhood cancer survival varies by tumor stage at diagnosis

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The Race Against Time: How Early Cancer Diagnosis is Transforming Childhood Survival A groundbreaking international study has revealed a critical link between the stage of cancer at diagnosis and survival rates in children. Researchers from UCL and the Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori in Milan (INT) have, for the first time, established a detailed, … Read more

CDC Trust at Low Point: Vaccine Confidence & Schedule Changes – KFF Poll 2026

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Trust in the CDC on Vaccines Plummets to New Lows Public confidence in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding vaccine information has reached a concerning new low, according to a recent KFF poll. The decline, continuing a trend observed during the COVID-19 pandemic, is particularly stark among Democrats. A Decade of Declining … Read more

KFF Tracking Poll on Health Information and Trust: Trust in the CDC and Views of Federal Childhood Vaccine Schedule Changes

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Erosion of Trust: How Vaccine Schedule Changes are Shaking Public Confidence in Health Agencies Public trust in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is at a concerning low, a recent KFF Tracking Poll reveals. This decline coincides with the Trump administration’s adjustments to the federally recommended childhood vaccine schedule, reducing the number of … Read more

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