Growth and development topics
A brain under siege
Encephalitis may be rare, but when it strikes it can be devastating, and even deadly – especially for children and young people, writes journalist John Windell.
UK: BMI remains useful gauge of obesity
The body mass index (BMI) remains useful for assessing obesity and health, despite criticism that it cannot distinguish fat from lean mass, a study suggests.
USA: August babies more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD at school
Children who start school as the youngest in their year are far more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD, scientists say.
