Brief oral health promotion intervention among parents of young children to reduce early childhood caries

BMC Public Health | Abstract | Brief oral health promotion intervention among parents of young children to reduce early childhood caries.
Abstract (provisional)
Background
Severe untreated decay affects a child’s growth, body weight, quality of life as well as cognitive development, and the effects extend beyond the child to the family, the community and the health care system. Early health behavioural factors, including dietary practices and eating patterns, can play a major role in the initiation and development of oral diseases, particularly dental caries. The parent/caregiver, usually the mother, has a critical role in the adoption of protective health care behaviours and parental feeding practices strongly influence children’s eating behaviours. This study will test if an early oral health promotion intervention through the use of brief motivational interviewing (MI) and anticipatory guidance (AG) approaches can reduce the incidence of early childhood dental decay and obesity.

Growing up before growing out: secular trends in height, weight and obesity in 5–6-year-old children born between 1970 and 2006

Growing up before growing out: secular trends in height, weight and obesity in 5–6-year-old children born between 1970 and 2006 — Smith et al. 98 (4): 269 — Archives of Disease in Childhood.

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Abstract

Background This was a whole-population study of height, weight and obesity prevalence in 5–6-year-old children born between 1970 and 2006 in the Grampian region, north east Scotland.

Methods Heights and weights collected as part of routine primary school medical entry were obtained from different sources. Obesity was defined as body mass index (BMI)≥98th centile.

New technology to improve children’s mental health services | Department of Health

Norman Lamb, Care and Support Minister announced £2million today for new handheld computers to boost children’s mental health services.

via New technology to improve children’s mental health services | Department of Health.

Three quarters of babies consume too much energy, finds UK survey | BMJ

Three quarters of babies and young children in the United Kingdom are consuming more energy than they need, warn results from the first national survey to comprehensively assess infant nutrition

via Three quarters of babies consume too much energy, finds UK survey | BMJ.

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Family meals can help children reach their 5 A Day: a cross-sectional survey of children’s dietary intake from London primary schools

Family meals can help children reach their 5 A Day: a cross-sectional survey of children's dietary intake from London primary schools — Christian et al. 67 (4): 332 — Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.

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Abstract
Background This study aims to explore how the home food environment and parental attitudes and values affect children’s fruit and vegetable (F&V) intake.

Child Health Horizon Scanning Volume 2 Issue 3

Child Health Horizon Scanning | from Library and Information Health Network North West (LIHNN).

The latest edition of the Child Health Horizon Scanning is out and available. Produced by NHS Libraries North West, Horizon Scanning is : “Bringing together best practice, innovation and future risks to support the commissioning process and service redesign.

Children and Families Bill 2012-13 — UK Parliament

To make provision about children, families, and people with special educational needs; to make provision about the right to request flexible working; and for connected purposes

via Children and Families Bill 2012-13 — UK Parliament.

School closures and influenza: systematic review of epidemiological studies -BMJ Open

School closures and influenza: systematic review of epidemiological studies — Jackson et al. 3 (2) — BMJ Open.
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Abstract
Objective To review the effects of school closures on pandemic and seasonal influenza outbreaks.

Risk of narcolepsy in children and young people receiving AS03 adjuvanted pandemic A/H1N1 2009 influenza vaccine: retrospective analysis | BMJ

Risk of narcolepsy in children and young people receiving AS03 adjuvanted pandemic A/H1N1 2009 influenza vaccine: retrospective analysis | BMJ.

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Abstract
Objective To evaluate the risk of narcolepsy in children and adolescents in England targeted for vaccination with ASO3 adjuvanted pandemic A/H1N1 2009 vaccine (Pandemrix) from October 2009.

BBC News – Brighton and Hove considers anti-child drinking contracts

Contracts to be signed by parents pledging not to give their children alcohol are being considered by authorities in Brighton and Hove.

via BBC News – Brighton and Hove considers anti-child drinking contracts.

Department of Health sets out plans for doctors to cut UK child death rates | BMJ

The government has announced a new drive to reduce the rate of child mortality in the United Kingdom, which is currently one of the worst in Europe

via Department of Health sets out plans for doctors to cut UK child death rates | BMJ.

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Department of Health sets out plans for doctors to cut UK child death rates | BMJ

The government has announced a new drive to reduce the rate of child mortality in the United Kingdom, which is currently one of the worst in Europ

via Department of Health sets out plans for doctors to cut UK child death rates | BMJ.

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Impact of instrument error on the estimated prevalence of overweight and obesity in population-based surveys

BMC Public Health | Abstract | Impact of instrument error on the estimated prevalence of overweight and obesity in population-based surveys.

Abstract (provisional)

Background

The basis for this study is the fact that instrument error increases the variance of the distribution of body mass index (BMI). Combined with a defined cut-off value this may impact upon the estimated proportion of overweight and obesity. It is important to ensure high quality surveillance data in order to follow trends of estimated prevalence of overweight and obesity. The purpose of the study was to assess the impact of instrument error, due to uncalibrated scales and stadiometers, on prevalence estimates of overweight and obesity.

Key risks to children’s health are socioeconomic, says global health report | BMJ

Specific calls for global action on health and other social issues can have a major effect on children’s life chances, concludes a report that compared data on laws and public policies affecting children in 191 countries.

via Key risks to children’s health are socioeconomic, says global health report | BMJ.

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The impact of smoke-free legislation on fetal, infant and child health: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol – BMJ Open

The impact of smoke-free legislation on fetal, infant and child health: a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol — Been et al. 3 (2) — BMJ Open.

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Abstract

Introduction Second-hand smoke (SHS) exposure is estimated to kill 600 000 people worldwide annually. The WHO recommends that smoke-free indoor public environments are enforced through national legislation. Such regulations have been shown to reduce SHS exposure and, consequently, respiratory and cardiovascular morbidity. Evidence of particular health benefit in children is now emerging, including reductions in low birthweight deliveries, preterm birth and asthma exacerbations. We aim to comprehensively assess the impact of smoke-free legislation on fetal, infant and childhood outcomes. This can inform further development and implementation of global policy and strategies to reduce early life SHS exposure.

The impact of pre- and postnatal exposures on allergy related diseases in childhood: a controlled multicentre intervention study in primary health care

BMC Public Health | Abstract | The impact of pre- and postnatal exposures on allergy related diseases in childhood: a controlled multicentre intervention study in primary health care.

Abstract (provisional)

Background

Environmental factors such as tobacco exposure, indoor climate and diet are known to be involved in the development of allergy related diseases. The aim was to determine the impact of altered exposure to these factors during pregnancy and infancy on the incidence of allergy related diseases at 2 years of age.

Child Health Horizon Scanning Volume 2 Issue 2

Child Health Horizon Scanning.

The latest edition of the Child Health Horizon Scanning is out and available. Produced by NHS Libraries North West, Horizon Scanning is : “Bringing together best practice, innovation and future risks to support the commissioning process and service redesign

‘No jab’ youngsters at risk from measles – From Bolton News

‘No jab’ youngsters at risk from measles (From The Bolton News).

ABOUT 4,000 children in Bolton have not been fully vaccinated against measles.

Health protection specialists are urging parents to make sure their children have had both the first MMR jab and the booster injection to help stop an outbreak that has hit the borough.

Bolton’s Health Matters Evidence Summary- The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children: An Evidence Snapshot

Bolton’s Health Matters Evidence Summary The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children An Evidence Snapshot

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UK has fifth highest rate of type 1 diabetes in children, new figures show

The United Kingdom ranks fifth of 88 countries in the incidence of type 1 diabetes in children, a new analysis has shown.

via UK has fifth highest rate of type 1 diabetes in children, new figures show | BMJ.

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Blackpool to give free breakfasts to all primary school pupils

Council leader says scheme is quickest way to raise educational standards while tackling problems of poor nutrition

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Second hand smoke exposure and the risk of invasive meningococcal disease in children: systematic review and meta-analysis

BMC Public Health | Abstract | Second hand smoke exposure and the risk of invasive meningococcal disease in children: systematic review and meta-analysis.

Abstract (provisional)
Background

Invasive meningococcal disease remains an important cause of serious morbidity and mortality in children and young people. There is a growing body of literature to suggest that exposure to passive smoke may play a role in the development of the disease, therefore we have performed a systematic review to provide a comprehensive estimate of the magnitude of this effect for smoking by any household member, by individual family members, and of maternal smoking before and after birth.

Longer duration of exclusive breastfeeding associated with reduced risk of childhood asthma up to age six

Longer duration of exclusive breastfeeding associated with reduced risk of childhood asthma up to age six — Oddy 16 (1): 18 — Evidence-Based Nursing.

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Trends in adolescent eating behaviour: a multilevel cross-sectional study of 11–15 year olds in Scotland, 2002–2010

Trends in adolescent eating behaviour: a multilevel cross-sectional study of 11–15 year olds in Scotland, 2002–2010.

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Abstract

Background Improving the diet of the Scottish population has been a government focus in recent years. Health promotion is known to be more effective in affluent groups. Alongside trends in eating behaviour, changes in socioeconomic inequalities must be monitored.

Deprivation-based inequalities in under-18 conception rates and the proportion of under-18 conceptions leading to abortion in England, 1998–2010

via Deprivation-based inequalities in under-18 conception rates and the proportion of under-18 conceptions leading to abortion in England, 1998–2010.

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Abstract

Background In 1999, the UK Government launched a strategy to reduce teenage pregnancy and geographical inequalities in teenage conception rates. This study investigates how associations between deprivation and under-18 conceptions, along with subsequent abortions, since changed as teenage pregnancy rates fell.

Output based specification for child health information systems published

The ‘Output based specification’ is a child health specific supplement to existing NHS information standards documents.

The document contains high level technical requirements for information systems to be procured to underpin the delivery of child health services in England.

via Output based specification for child health information systems published | Department of Health.

The relationship between subjective wellbeing, low income and substance use among schoolchildren in the north west of England: a cross-sectional study

The relationship between subjective wellbeing, low income and substance use among schoolchildren in the north west of England: a cross-sectional study.

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Abstract

Background The consumption of tobacco, alcohol and illegal drugs by young people is a public health concern. This study aimed to explore the associations between subjective wellbeing, living in a low-income household and substance use by schoolchildren.

General practitioner experience and perception of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) care pathways: a multimethod research study

General practitioner experience and perception of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) care pathways: a multimethod research study — Hinrichs et al. 2 (6) — BMJ Open.

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Abstract

Objectives This is a pilot study with the objective of investigating general practitioner (GP) perceptions and experiences in the referral of mentally ill and behaviourally disturbed children and adolescents.

Interventions for preventing relapse and recurrence of a depressive disorder in children and adolescents

Interventions for preventing relapse and recurrence of a depressive disorder in children and adolescents – The Cochrane Library – Cox – Wiley Online Library.

Abstract
Background
Depressive disorders often begin during childhood or adolescence. There is a growing body of evidence supporting effective treatments during the acute phase of a depressive disorder. However, little is known about treatments for preventing relapse or recurrence of depression once an individual has achieved remission or recovery from their symptoms.

Interventions for increasing fruit and vegetable consumption in children aged 5 years and under

Interventions for increasing fruit and vegetable consumption in children aged 5 years and under – The Cochrane Library – Wolfenden – Wiley Online Library.

Abstract
Background
Insufficient consumption of fruits and vegetables in childhood increases the risk of future chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease.