Harvard – Claire McCarthy, MD
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a growing problem worldwide. While a nearsighted child can see close objects clearly, more distant objects look blurry. Part of this growing problem, according to experts, is that children are spending too much time indoors looking at things close to them rather than going outside and looking at things that are far away.
Science Daily – Staff Writer
The new study, in the latest issue of the journal Obesity conducted by the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre (CPC), was based on a national nutrition and physical activity survey undertaken by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), and further backs the ‘Protein Leverage Hypothesis’.
Read More: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2022/11/221108082623.htm
The Conversation – Annette Regan and Flor M. Munoz
RSV can be difficult to distinguish from other respiratory infections since the symptoms are common to other illnesses – runny nose, sneezing, congestion, coughing, fever, decreased appetite and wheezing. In most cases, RSV is mild and will improve at home. However, in certain cases, it can cause severe illness and require hospital treatment.
The Indian Express – Staff Writer
Acne is a common skin problem that is seen in both adults as well as teenagers. In the latter, it is commonly seen during the transition period — from a child to an adult — when the body goes through a lot of hormonal changes. But, is this acne preventable? If so, what can be done about it?
Taking to Instagram, team Rujuta explained in a video that teenage acne are breakouts that are seen on the face, between the period of 8 years and 18 years. Unlike adult acne, it does not leave a mark or a scar, provided one does not pick on it or pinch it. Also, this form of acne is seen on the top layer of the skin, and therefore, does not stay for long.
Verizon – Jason Fanelli
I’ve been playing video games for over three decades, turning what once was a hobby into a writing career. I remember the clashes I’d have with my own parents back in the day, ranging from how long I could play to what games I could play to my mood while playing. Fun fact: They used to keep my consoles plugged into an outlet controlled by a light switch, so if I wasn’t listening to them, my progress was lost with a single flip.
Read More: https://www.verizon.com/about/parenting/healthy-gamer-habits