Ending corridor care in hospitals for children a priority, says Health Secretary Yvette Cooper
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OpinionCOMMENT | Every child has the right to breathe clean air: We can't call another haze season something we simply have to 'get through'.
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Paid articlePaywallAnti-Vax RFK Jr. Spews Callous Insult to Child Victims of Measles: Donald Trump’s health secretary also told a room full of vaccine skeptics that they had a ...
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Alarming findings show kids in Wales on track to be 'unhealthiest generation in decades'
walesonline.co.uk/news/health/tooth-decay-obesity-asthma-fears-34590246

Colorado sues Trump administration over rule forbidding federal funds for youth gender care
denverpost.com/2026/09/04/colorado-transgender-care-trump-medicaid-chip/

Should We Be Afraid of Our Food?: America’s food-safety system is being methodically dismantled by the Trump administration.
theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/09/food-safety-crisis-trump-cyclospora/688495/
Neurologist with MAHA ties to lead NIH’s child health institute: Appointment of John Gaitanis increases concern that scientific qualifications are no longer ...
science.org/content/article/neurologist-antivaccine-views-lead-nih-s-child-health-institute

Meta ordered to pay $567 million in New Mexico for teen mental health fund: A New Mexico state court ordered Meta on Thursday to pay $567 million and change how ...
reuters.com/world/new-mexico-court-orders-meta-pay-567-mln-teen-mental-health-fund-2026-08-06/

USAID cuts increased pregnancy complications and deaths in Nepal: The Associated Press has found that the decision by the United States to slash its foreign aid ...
apnews.com/article/usaid-nepal-maternal-child-death-trump-aid-cuts-43fb5e8aff8a4f65b7f18781455c3f91

Effect of Austerity Measures on Infant Mortality: Evidence From Greece: Governments frequently adopt austerity policies when facing economic crises ...
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/hec.70107

Rising temperatures and heatwaves worsen mental health in children and adolescentsStudy: Rising temperatures and heatwaves worsen mental health in children and adolescents | NEWS.am Medicine - All about health and medicine
Health Secretary Yvette Cooper promises major maternity reform after series of horror scandals
mirror.co.uk/news/health/yvette-cooper-nhs-maternity-reform-37519573

Liberia: CHESS - Liberia launches US-Funded maternal and Child Health Project in Nimba County - FrontPage Africa Online
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Rotary Club offers free healthcare service to Lagos mothers, children: The Rotary Club of Lekki Golden on Saturday organised a maternal and child health outreach ...
healthwise.punchng.com/rotary-club-offers-free-healthcare-service-to-lagos-mothers-children/

144 children lost to diphtheria, measles since January in Karachi: Deaths from vaccine-preventable diseases reported at four tertiary care city hospitals; expert ...
dawn.com/news/2020448/144-children-lost-to-diphtheria-measles-since-january-in-karachi

Breast milk protein osteopontin may shield infants from respiratory infections: QIMR Berghofer researchers have found how breast milk supports infant immunity ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2026-08-breast-protein-osteopontin-shield-infants.html

Trump Overhaul Could Gut Head Start Preschool Standards
huffpost.com/entry/live-updates_n_6a705787e4b07f03214394c9/liveblog_6a7080f6e4b07f032143ad78

Malawi: Community-Led HIV Care Gives Malawi a Blueprint for Ending Mother-to-Child Transmission
allafrica.com/stories/202608030668.html

Support breastfeeding mothers, UNICEF urges men: UNICEF calls on fathers and stakeholders in Borno to support breastfeeding mothers, highlighting its benefits ...
punchng.com/support-breastfeeding-mothers-unicef-urges-men/

Vaccines save lives, yet too many children in Pakistan remain unprotected.
Routine immunisation coverage remains below target, measles outbreaks continue ... Show more
Paediatricians list danger signs parents shouldn’t ignore in newborns: Paediatricians have urged parents not to ignore signs such as breathing difficulties ...
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Exploring parental prenatal influences on child health: A multicohort study and data visualisation tool
journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article

Kwara moves to curb teenage pregnancy, child marriage: Kwara State intensifies efforts to curb teenage pregnancy and child marriage, improving maternal and child ...
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How do adults view mental health in children and youth?: A new Africa-wide campaign by youth mental health platform SereniMind is urging parents ...
standardmedia.co.ke/health/health-science/article/2001553230/how-do-adults-view-mental-health-in-children-and-youth
Don’t bathe babies with cold water, paediatricians tell parents: Child health experts have cautioned parents against bathing babies and children with cold water ...
healthwise.punchng.com/dont-bathe-babies-with-cold-water-paediatricians-tell-parents/

In his first surprise inspection as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday made an unscheduled visit to the Government Institute of Child ... Show more
This country doctor has specialized in young patients: Rudolf Bauer has been running his practice in St. Oswald ob Eibiswald for 20 years ...
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Paid articlePaywallKey FactsDrug Raids and Off-Road Bike Crackdown in Dunscroft
Jul 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kleinezeitung.at
- Two drug warrants were executed in Dunscroft based on intelligence from local residents.
- Pop-up police stations were set up to engage the community on ongoing issues and concerns.
- Known offenders received warning letters regarding the dangers of off-road motorbike use in the area.
- Police partnered with Doncaster City Council to address public worries and enforce safety measures.
I think it’s worth mentioning we were approached quite dramatically by one local resident who wanted to strongly express his dissatisfaction with the police and local government.— Police spokesperson commenting on a tense encounter with a local resident during a drug warrants operation
“बहुत साल पहले ही हो जाना चाहिए था”, child specialist Dr Dhiren Gupta applauds Alcohol Medicine Ban #DrDhirenGupta #AlcoholMedicineBan #ChildHealth #Pediatrician #Healthcare #PublicHealth #MedicalExperts #HealthNews #MedicineRegulations ... Show more

Zamfara approves six-month maternity leave for female civil servants: The Zamfara State Government has approved six months of maternity leave for female civil ...
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Extreme heat fuels youth mental health hospital visits, study finds : As climate change drives more frequent and intense heatwaves, new research links rising ...
euronews.com/health/2026/07/09/children-mental-health-hospital-visits-rise-with-extreme-heat-study-finds

OpinionHiltzik: What does the GOP have against children?: The conservative war on child health starts with the anti-vaccine campaign and proceeds to cutbacks in ...
latimes.com/business/story/2026-07-03/its-not-just-vaccines-from-infancy-to-adolescence-republicans-wage-war-on-childrens-health

Fire at Karachi's National Institute of Child Health causes extensive damage to ICU
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Israeli strikes kill at least 8 in Gaza, including 2 children, health officials say
arabnews.com/node/2649046/middle-east

ISN Medical unveils newborn screening campaign to curb birth defects: ISN Medical partners with Revvity to launch a campaign to screen one million newborns in ...
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Moment! TN CM C. Joseph feeds polio drops to children, distributes toys during polio drive#TamilNadu #CMVijay #JosephVijay #PulsePolio #PolioImmunization #PolioVaccination #Chennai #ChildHealth #PublicHealth #VaccinationDrive #PulsePolio2026 ... Show more

Anxiety drives child mental health referrals past one million: Demand is soaring beyond capacity, meaning children in England wait years for help with various ...
bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwyd1l0lge8o

Today's #InThePinkOfHealth by Fatima Ignacio Gimenez (Jun. 29, 2026). Visit opinion.inquirer.net|. for fearless views and more. Get the Inquirer here: INQ Plus | Itchy
Sukma: मुख्यमंत्री स्वस्थ बस्तर अभियान से पहुंच विहीन गांव के मासूमों को मिला नया जीवन#Sukma #Chhattisgarh #Bastar #MukhyamantriSwasthBastarAbhiyan #Malnutrition #ChildHealth #Healthcare #GovernmentScheme

Screen newborns for jaundice before discharge, paediatricians tell mothers: Child health experts have stressed the need for all newborns to be screened for ...
healthwise.punchng.com/screen-newborns-for-jaundice-before-discharge-paediatricians-tell-mothers/

Ending birthright citizenship could be a public health disaster: Birthright citizenship ends up intersecting with health care in a surprising number of ways ...
statnews.com/2026/06/23/birthright-citizenship-supreme-court-ruling-public-health/

Key FactsSupreme Court Reviews Controversial Birthright Citizenship Case
Apr 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newyorker.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newyorker.com
- The Supreme Court is considering the constitutionality of birthright citizenship, which grants automatic citizenship to anyone born in the U.S.
- The Trump Administration claims the policy encourages illegal immigration and birth tourism, but faces strong judicial skepticism.
- Historical debates and legal precedents largely support a narrow interpretation of the 14th Amendment with limited exceptions.
- A majority of the Justices currently appear inclined to uphold the established right and reject drastic changes.
Ask any American what our citizenship rule is and they’ll tell you everyone born here is a citizen alike. That rule was enshrined in the Fourteenth Amendment to put it out of the reach of any government official to destroy.— Cecillia Wang, legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union, as quoted in The New Yorker
Routine immunisation in Kaduna community under threat as erosion destroys renovated PHC
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Egypt is strengthening its commitment to children’s health. The Ministry of Health and Population and UNICEF have agreed to expand their partnership to improve ... Show more
🏫🥗 Spain is introducing new rules to improve children’s diets by banning sugary drinks 🥤❌ and limiting ultra-processed foods 🍔🚫 in certain schools ... Show more
New study highlights why some women miss out on early pregnancy care: New research from the University of Bedfordshire’s Maternal and Child Health Research ...
bedfordtoday.co.uk/your-world/new-study-highlights-why-some-women-miss-out-on-early-pregnancy-care-8757420

The government has formed a task force to review the country's maternal and newborn health situation, identify key barriers and accelerate progress towards ... Show more
16-member task force formed to review maternal and child health situation
16-member task force formed to review maternal and child health situation
How India cut child deaths faster than the world: Under-five and neonatal mortality fell sharply in a decade, putting India on track to achieve key child health ...
indianexpress.com/article/health-wellness/how-india-cut-child-deaths-faster-than-the-world-10740038/

OpinionChildren's health: If children are not well, the country will soon be in trouble
zeit.de/wirtschaft/2026-06/kindergesundheit-deutschland-u-untersuchungen-psychologie

Research finds interaction with father, not mother, affects child health: The assumption is often that mothers are the most instrumental in shaping kids’ ...
straitstimes.com/world/research-finds-interaction-with-father-not-mother-affects-child-health
Early detection key to child mental well-being – Expert: An expert urges parents to prioritize early detection of child mental health issues ...
punchng.com/early-detection-key-to-child-mental-well-being-expert/

Companies are testing baby formula for heavy metals — a new California bill would make them share results
mercurynews.com/2026/06/08/companies-are-testing-baby-formula-for-heavy-metals-a-new-bill-would-make-them-share-results/

More outdoor play during preschool years linked to better mental health later in childhood
eurekalert.org/news-releases/1131174

Your 'dad bod' could raise your kids' risk for obesity and disease — before they're even conceived
nypost.com/2026/06/05/health/your-dad-bod-could-raise-your-kids-risk-for-obesity-and-disease/

OpinionDev 360 | India’s Child Health: What’s Measured, What’s Missing | Patralekha Chatterjee
deccanchronicle.com/opinion/columnists/dev-360-indias-child-health-whats-measured-whats-missing-patralekha-chatterjee-1961610

OpinionThe best way to navigate an uncertain economy, invest in kids now | Column: Children are not just dependents; they are our future workforce and tax base.
tampabay.com/viewpoints/2026/06/03/best-way-navigate-an-uncertain-economy-invest-kids-now-column/
Paid articlePaywallLatest family health survey: Rajasthan sees rise in teen pregnancies, dip in child nutrition indicators
indianexpress.com/article/india/latest-family-health-survey-rajasthan-sees-rise-in-teen-pregnancies-dip-in-child-nutrition-indicators-10721064/

NFHS-6: Vaccination, institutional births improve but nutrition gaps remain: The latest survey shows declines in stunting and wasting, rising vaccination ...
business-standard.com/health/nfhs-6-child-malnutrition-vaccination-institutional-births-adequate-diet-india-126060101569_1.html
Maternal And Child Health Gains Highlighted in NFHS‑6: Stronger post‑birth healthcare support, improved maternal nutrition coverage and wider infant feeding ...
deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/telangana/maternal-and-child-health-gains-highlighted-in-nfhs6-1960220

Over 90% of Indian babies born in hospitals, 87% of one-year-olds fully vaccinated: NFHS-6
thehindu.com/sci-tech/health/over-90-of-indian-babies-born-in-hospitals-87-of-one-year-olds-fully-vaccinated-nfhs-6/article71037506.ece

Worsening side effects of life in fast lane: Obesity, diabetes up sharply: Lifestyle diseases on the rise, shows NFHS-6, though insurance coverage ...
business-standard.com/health/worsening-side-effects-of-life-in-fast-lane-obesity-diabetes-up-sharply-126052901602_1.html
Paid articlePaywallHer Baby Box targets infant mortality with charity game: Learn how the Her Baby Box charity football match, supported by celebrities, is raising awareness and ...
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Banega Swasth India : Dettol Banega Swasth India Honoured with Kaleido Awards 2026!
Dettol Banega Swasth India (BSI) has won the ‘Persistent Long Running Campaign’ award at ... Show more
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The long shadow of 9/11: Mental health outcomes in adult children of World Trade Center Responders with PTSD
journals.plos.org/mentalhealth/article

Leading medics issue devastating warning about children's use of devices: Leading medics say excessive, unmonitored screen time is as dangerous as not wearing ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/politics/leading-medics-issue-devastating-warning-34011998

Israeli fire kills parents and their infant in Gaza: An Israeli airstrike on an apartment in a refugee camp in central Gaza on Sunday left three people dead ...
gulftoday.ae/news/2026/05/25/israeli-fire-kills-parents-and-their-infant-in-gaza

‘Patient autonomy’ has nothing to do with childhood vaccine policies: While parents appropriately have broad rights and responsibilities for their children’s ...
statnews.com/2026/05/18/patient-autonomy-childhood-vaccines-red-herring/

Child health experts say many Western Australian kids are lacking basic motor and balance skills, failing to meet standards of previous years. #9News

The real reason so many British parents homeschool their children: With child mental health deteriorating, some parents feel they have no choice but to home ...
inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/real-reason-british-parents-homeschool-children-4387694

Record $93.5-million philanthropic gift to University of Alberta for women, child health research
edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/institute-receives-funds-for-research-on-women-and-childrens-health

Major childhood obesity strategy launched in Australia: Australian child health experts have unveiled a nationally coordinated, multi-pronged strategy to tackle ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2026/05/04/major-childhood-obesity-strategy-launched-in-australia

In Focus podcast | Can high temperatures influence the sex of your baby?: Dr. Jasmin Abdel Ghany, whose research looked into the link between high temperatures ...
thehindu.com/podcast/in-focus-podcast-can-high-temperatures-influence-the-sex-of-your-baby/article70938343.ece

Mentally ill man suspected of being a thief beaten to death in Ghaziabad; 1 arrested
indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/mentally-ill-man-suspected-thief-beaten-to-death-ghaziabad-1-arrested-10671943/

Federal Government Plans: From "good news" to "stupidity squared" - | how politicians and associations react to the sugar tax
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Tackling child abandonment requires strong policy drive, experts tell FG: Experts urge Nigeria's government to tackle rising child abandonment by addressing ...
punchng.com/tackling-child-abandonment-requires-strong-policy-drive-experts-tell-fg/

North East artist’s bunny book backs YoungMinds mental health work: North East artist Bethany Louise Hughes has released a children’s book, Baxter Bunny & the ...
thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/26066680.north-east-artists-bunny-book-backs-youngminds-mental-health-work/

Lead exposure a serious threat to child health in Pakistan: study: A joint study by the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination and ...
thenews.pk/story/1413331-lead-exposure-a-serious-threat-to-child-health-in-pakistan-study

Malaria vaccine rollout shows promise for children in Cameroon | Africanews: Some mothers in Cameroon said they saw vast improvements in their children's health ...
africanews.com/2026/05/02/malaria-vaccine-rollout-shows-promise-for-children-in-cameroon/

‘Life after Ggaba daycare bloodbath won’t be easy’: Experts warn that the 40 other toddlers of Ggaba Early Childhood Development Programme ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/-life-after-ggaba-daycare-bloodbath-won-t-be-easy--5444004

