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Cases of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are on the rise among those 20 and under in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Ana Creo, a Mayo Clinic pediatric endocrinologist, explains what signs and symptoms parents should be aware of.
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Results from a new study provide insights on evaluating high blood pressure in children. The findings appear in an upcoming issue of CJASN. Diagnostic workup for hypertension in children may include wearing a device that monitors blood pressure over 24 hours. Blood pressure load—the proportion of elevated blood pressure readings detected over 24 hours—is used in addition to average blood pressure as part of the criteria for diagnosing hypertension in children.
Read MoreThe Conversation – Leigh Vanderloo and Trish Tucker
Given the climate in much of Canada, cold, wet or snowy conditions are inescapable for many months of the year. And like it or not, weather and seasonality are a barrier to Canadian children engaging in physical activity. Consequently, we need to find a way to help children (as well as parents and educators) embrace the outdoors and stay active all year round.
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A new study has looked at a small group of children in China who had COVID-19 and recovered, finding that their symptoms were mild. The paper published today in Nature Medicine further reinforces other existing data suggesting that COVID-19 is rarely severe in children and should help allay the fears of many parents who might be worried about their children getting sick in the current outbreak.
Read MoreMoms – Megan Glosson
If you’ve been around for more than a few years, then you’re well aware of all the previous global pandemics we’ve endured. SARS, MERS, the Zika virus, and swine flu were just a few of the world’s most troublesome viruses to strike since the year 2000. However, the newest coronavirus, referred to as COVID-19, is spreading quickly and causing widespread panic across the globe.
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