CHILD

This study tested a drug called clomastine fumarate in 28 children aged 3-12 with Williams syndrome, a genetic condition that causes developmental delays. The goal was to see if the drug could improve thinking, movement, and social skills by repairing brain myelin. The study used…

This study tested whether a supplement from cow's first milk (bovine colostrum) could prevent repeat urinary tract infections (UTIs) in 60 children. The goal was to see if this natural product, which contains immune-boosting substances, could be a safe alternative to antibiotics.…

This study tested whether listening to special music (solfeggio frequencies or Turkish classical music) during allergy skin tests could reduce pain in children and anxiety in their parents. 120 children aged 2-17 took part. The goal was to see if music, a simple non-drug approach…

This study looked at whether interactive toys or robots can reduce anxiety and fear in children aged 4 to 10 who are getting breathing treatments in the emergency room. 72 children were randomly assigned to play with an interactive toy, a robot, or receive standard care. The goal…

This study looked at whether applying coconut oil or moisturizing lotion helps the skin of premature newborns. Researchers checked skin condition, moisture, pH, and vital signs like temperature and heart rate in 90 preterm infants over 5 days. The goal was to see if these simple …

This study tested whether using bandages printed with cartoon characters could help children aged 6-11 feel less fear, stress, and pain during burn dressing changes. 42 children with second-degree burns were randomly assigned to receive either cartoon-printed or plain bandages. T…

This study tested two fun, non-drug methods to reduce anxiety in children (ages 5-12) and their parents before elective surgery. One method used bubble breathing play, and the other used a tell-show-do approach with play dough and kaleidoscopes. Researchers measured anxiety level…

This study looked at whether virtual reality (VR) glasses or watching a video on a screen could help children aged 7 to 12 feel less pain, fear, and stress when getting an IV needle. Sixty-six children in a hospital emergency department were split into three groups: one used VR g…

This study tested whether a wearable device called ActiGraph can accurately record walking patterns and physical activity in healthy children ages 3 to 17. Kids wore the device like a watch and belt while doing simple tasks in a lab and then went home to wear it for two weeks. Th…

This study tested an online training program for community health workers (CHWs) to help them talk to parents about their children's dental health. 455 CHWs took part, and researchers measured their knowledge, attitudes, and confidence before and after the training. The goal was …

This study reviewed the medical records of 67 children treated for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) in a hospital emergency department over 10 years. Researchers wanted to find out how long children were observed, how often a second wave of symptoms (biphasic reaction) occ…