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science5 days ago•6 min saved

Sensitive Infants Sleep Shallowly: Deep Sleep Less Restorative in Highly Sensitive Babies

A University of East Anglia study using brainwave monitoring shows eight- to eleven-month-old infants with high sensory sensitivity spend similar amounts of time in deep sleep as peers, but their deep sleep is shallower with weaker slow waves, making it less restorative; while noise worsens sleep disruption, these babies remain lighter sleepers even in quiet environments, suggesting an intrinsic sensory wiring difference that could relate to autism traits and early brain development.

via Neuroscience News|

#autism #brain-development #infants

science1 month ago•8 min saved

New Gut Metabolite May Cut Infant Allergy Risk, DTU Finds

DTU researchers identify 4-hydroxyphenyl lactate (4-OH-PLA), a metabolite produced by specific bifidobacteria in early-life guts, that dampens IgE production and lowers the risk of allergies and asthma. The study followed 147 children to age five across Sweden, Germany, and Australia, showing that early colonization with these bacteria correlates with reduced allergic sensitization; vaginal birth, exclusive breastfeeding, and contact with other infants increase these bacteria. The team suggests probiotic supplements or infant formula enriched with the bacteria or metabolite as preventive strategies, with a patent filed. Translation to preventive use could appear in a few years, while therapies for existing allergies may take up to a decade to develop and approve.

via SciTechDaily|

#allergies #immunology #infants

health4 months ago•2 min saved

Measles Outbreak Expands in Utah and Southwest, Urging Vaccination

Utah health officials are recommending an early, extra dose of the MMR vaccine for infants aged 6-11 months in Washington County due to a measles outbreak, despite concerns that it may reduce long-term protection, as the benefits of early protection outweigh the risks in high transmission areas.

via The Salt Lake Tribune|

#health #infants #measles

health4 months ago•0 min saved

Early Peanut Introduction Significantly Reduces Child Allergy Risks

A recent study in Pediatrics found that introducing peanut products to infants can reduce the risk of developing peanut allergies by 43%, based on analysis of medical records of around 120,000 children under 3.,

via The Washington Post|

#allergy-prevention #feeding-guidelines #health

health4 months ago•5 min saved

Baltimore Infant Syphilis Cases Surge to Near Fourfold National Rate

Baltimore has seen a nearly fourfold increase in congenital syphilis cases among infants over the past decade, surpassing national rates, due to factors like inadequate screening, stigma, and rising infections among women of childbearing age, prompting city officials to enhance testing and treatment efforts.

via The Baltimore Banner|

#baltimore #health #infants

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Measles Outbreak Expands in Utah and Arizona, Prompting Urgent Vaccination Efforts

In Utah, 11 infants exposed to measles at a clinic received timely post-exposure treatment to prevent infection, highlighting the importance of rapid response and vaccination, as the state faces ongoing measles cases and limited treatment supplies.

via The Salt Lake Tribune|

#health #infants #measles

health5 months ago•1 min saved

Infants Infected in Haifa Hospital NICU, One Dies

Four infants in Rambam Hospital's NICU in Haifa contracted a bacterial infection, resulting in one death, leading to a temporary halt in admissions and extensive investigations to identify the source, with no current risk to other patients.

via Ynetnews|

#health #infants #infection

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Blueberries Boost Infant Immunity and Gut Health, Study Finds

A study suggests that feeding blueberries to infants between five and twelve months may reduce allergy symptoms, support immune balance, and promote beneficial gut bacteria, highlighting blueberries as a safe and potentially health-boosting first food for babies.

via Earth.com|

#allergies #blueberries #gut-health

health6 months ago•4 min saved

UK Urged to Vaccinate Against RSV to Protect Newborns This Winter

RSV season is approaching, and vaccination is recommended for high-risk groups including adults over 75 and pregnant women, to prevent severe illness and hospitalization. The CDC advises vaccination in late summer or early fall, with additional preventive measures like hand hygiene and surface disinfection. New vaccines and monoclonal antibodies offer increased protection, especially for infants and vulnerable populations, although access and awareness remain challenges.

via The New York Times|

#adults #health #infants

health8 months ago•1 min saved

CDC Panel Recommends Merck's RSV Vaccine for Infants

The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommended Merck's RSV monoclonal antibody, Enflonsia, for infants, offering a new preventive option against RSV with safety and efficacy demonstrated, potentially impacting public health significantly.

via NewsNation|

#enflonsia #health #infants

health8 months ago•3 min saved

RFK Jr.'s Vaccine Panel Endorses Merck's RSV Shot for Infants

RFK Jr’s vaccine advisory panel recommended the new monoclonal antibody treatment, clesrovimab, for infants to prevent RSV, despite controversy over panel composition and vaccine ingredients; the treatment aims to protect the most vulnerable infants during RSV season, with evidence showing it reduces hospitalizations.

via The Guardian|

#cdc #health #infants

health8 months ago•2 min saved

CDC panel recommends Merck RSV shot for infants

The CDC's vaccine advisory panel recommended Merck's RSV shot, Enflonsia, for infants under 8 months, marking a significant step in RSV prevention despite some safety concerns from critics. The vaccine, approved by the FDA, aims to reduce RSV-related hospitalizations and will be included in recommended childhood immunizations, competing with Sanofi and AstraZeneca's Beyfortus.

via CNBC|

#acip #health #infants

health8 months ago•4 min saved

Vaccine Panel Recommends RSV Shots for Infants Amid FDA Approvals

The CDC's vaccine advisory panel recommended a new monoclonal antibody shot for infants under 8 months to protect against RSV, with final approval pending CDC director and HHS Secretary sign-off. The panel also discussed updates to childhood immunization schedules and reviewed COVID-19 vaccine data, emphasizing ongoing safety monitoring and the impact of vaccines on public health.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#cdc #health #infants

health8 months ago•2 min saved

FDA Approves Merck's RSV Shot for Infants, Boosting Competition in Prevention

The FDA has approved Merck's new RSV vaccine, Enflonsia, for infants, providing a new preventative option ahead of the RSV season and competing with Sanofi and AstraZeneca's Beyfortus, amid ongoing supply and safety considerations in the market.

via CNBC|

#fda-approval #health #infants

health9 months ago•3 min saved

Global Experts Advocate Maternal RSV Vaccination to Shield Infants

The World Health Organization has issued its first-ever guidelines recommending two immunization options—maternal vaccines and monoclonal antibodies—to protect infants from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a leading cause of severe respiratory infections and child mortality worldwide, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

via World Health Organization (WHO)|

#health #immunization #infants