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This study explores whether short video clips recorded by parents on their smartphones can help identify children with Down syndrome who are at high risk for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). About 141 children will participate. Parents will record their child sleeping and then gues…

This study tests new methods to measure how well children can move their arms and hands. Researchers will place small markers on the skin and ask children to do simple tasks. The goal is to create better tools for therapists to assess kids with and without arm movement challenges…

This study tests three new pulse oximeters (devices that measure oxygen levels) in 936 children under 2 years old with pneumonia in Cape Town, South Africa. The goal is to see if these devices help healthcare workers correctly identify low oxygen levels and refer children for pro…

This study tests whether adding balance and coordination exercises to school physical education can improve motor skills in children aged 6 to 11. Over four weeks, 165 children will do either balance training or strength training. Their skills like coordination, strength, flexibi…

This study looks at whether children with anemia take longer to recover from diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and stay in the hospital longer. Researchers will review medical records of 150 children aged 1-18 treated for DKA between 2013 and 2025. The goal is to understand if low hemo…