Drug prevents congenital heart block recurrence in a high-risk pregnancy Congenital heart block, sometimes referred to as cardiac neonatal lupus, is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition that affects babies born to mothers with specific autoantibodies—called anti-SSA/Ro antibodies—which can attack the fetal heart via its electrical conduction system, leading to a slower heart rate. Most surviving infants with congenital heart block eventually require a pacemaker for life.
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Guidelines released to help decide whether a breathing tube is best for a child Oct. 22, 2025—The emotional strain on parents and other caregivers faced with deciding whether a tracheotomy is the best treatment for their child is hard to measure. The latest clinical practice guideline from the American Thoracic Society aims to give clinicians and parents/caregivers a way forward so they can navigate difficult decisions to ensure better outcomes for young patients. The guideline was published early online today, Wednesday, Oct. 22, in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
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'You're not alone' can go a long way for adolescents Social support can be the difference between life and death for children struggling with adverse childhood experiences (like the death or absence of a parent, substance abuse in the household or community violence) at home, according to a new University of Georgia study.
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Some babies born 8–10 weeks early can be safely fed milk without risk of gut complications A major study has found that babies born between 8 and 10 weeks early can be fed with milk through a tube in their stomach straight after birth rather than being given intravenous feeds through a drip.
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Infant brain patterns linked to future reading issues Delays in language and reading development are common, and learning disorders such as dyslexia can significantly affect a child's educational path and later opportunities. The earlier support is given, the easier it is for children to build strong language and reading skills.
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