Which baby sleep interventions are most effective? With many parents now using behavioural sleep interventions, a new study examines which of the most common work best and cause the least harm.
BCG vaccine also boosts non-TB immune system: Study But while BCG is the world’s most commonly used vaccine, it has not been routinely administered in Australia since 1985.
New treatments found to induce peanut allergy remission in children Australian researchers have discovered two treatments that are highly effective at inducing remission and improving quality of life.
‘Our GP was really good’ One family’s account of dealing with anaphylaxis highlights the life-changing impact GPs can have by helping patients manage the condition.
Caesarean delivery has low impact on childhood allergic outcomes A study conducted by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute found no obvious impact of caesarean delivery on allergic outcomes.
Stepped-care approach for infant reflux In the third of a series of HANDI updates, newsGP talks to the author of a recently added intervention.
Old pertussis vaccine could help combat food allergy Research has linked the phasing out of whole-cell whooping cough vaccines with a spike in childhood food allergies.
Research finds nine out of 10 with penicillin allergy not allergic But challenges remain in removing the ‘allergy’ from medical records and pharmacy charts.
Health during pregnancy possible predictor for babies’ sleep patterns A new study has found a link between mothers who experience mental and physical health concerns during pregnancy and sleep issues in their babies.
Breast milk may help babies tell time via circadian signals The milk’s unique composition may help to tell day from night.