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Childhood cancer survivors (CCS) appear to have an increased risk of low bone mineral density (BMD) and fracture compared with the general population, according to a cross-sectional study from the Netherlands.

Use of lidocaine 4% cream reduces total cry duration after vaccinations of infants relative to placebo, as shown in a study, noting that both caregivers and nurses are willing to use this cream for pain management in a clinic setting if available.

Despite the increasing prevalence of childhood allergies, most parents are unprepared to manage them, a two-part study has shown.

The use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) during early pregnancy does not appear to put infants at increased risk of congenital malformations, as reported in a study. However, there seems to be a small risk increase for major congenital malformations and congenital heart defects.

Children with overweight or obesity appear to exhibit alterations in brain structure and function that can be detrimental to cognitive function and school performance, according to data from the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) study.