Early Ozone Exposure Linked To Childhood Asthma Risk, Study Finds

Early Ozone Exposure Linked to Childhood Asthma Risk

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Updated Apr 14, 2025 | 03:41 PM IST

SummaryA recent study highlights a troubling connection between early exposure to ozone pollution and a higher risk of asthma and wheezing in young children. The research underscores the need to closely monitor air quality, particularly for infants and toddlers, as it plays a crucial role in their early development. Read on.

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Is Autism Rooted In The Gut? New Study Links Microbiome To Brain And Behavioural Symptoms In Kids

Is Autism Rooted In The Gut? New Study Links Microbiome To Brain And Behavioural Symptoms In Kids

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Updated Apr 14, 2025 | 07:03 PM IST

SummaryNearly 74% of children with autism experience gastrointestinal issues, with new research from USC showing how gut imbalances may alter brain function and behavior through disrupted serotonin production pathways.

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Will Banning Smartphones And Social Media For Children Make Them Healthier?

Will Banning Smartphones And Social Media For Children Make Them Healthier?

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Updated Apr 14, 2025 | 02:00 PM IST

Summary A recent study highlights the need for a shift in policy and public thinking—from focusing solely on restricting access to nurturing children’s digital literacy and life skills.

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You Inherit Your Mother's Cortisol

Do babies inherit cortisol form mothers?

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Updated Apr 14, 2025 | 02:00 AM IST

SummaryBabies born to mothers traumatised during pregnancy, like after 9/11, may inherit low cortisol levels, potentially affecting their stress response and immune system due to prenatal hormone programming.

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