Canadian pediatricians call for cholesterol checks for kids as young as 2 to catch heart risks early

The Canadian Paediatric Society is recommending cholesterol screening for all children between two and 10 years old, saying ...
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Blood test offers faster, less invasive diagnosis for rare genetic diseases in children and infants

Researchers from the University of Melbourne and Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) have developed a blood test capable of rapidly diagnosing rare genetic diseases in babies and children, ...
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Lipids tests for kids can prevent midlife heart disease, Intermountain Children’s Health experts say

February is National Heart Month and a good time to remember that heart disease is usually viewed as a disease that affects adults, but the causes of heart ...
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First with kids: Dealing with blood tests

First and foremost, it is important to acknowledge that it is okay for a child or even an adult to be worried about or not like a blood test. The Trump team can’t get its story straight on the ...
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Children’s health: Understanding blood pressure readings in children

At most well-child visits, parents expect to hear about height and weight. But another important number is quietly becoming part of routine care: blood pressure. While many people think of high blood ...
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NHS trials new rapid blood test that could save children’s lives

The NHS is currently trialling a rapid blood test designed to diagnose life-threatening conditions such as sepsis and meningitis in children. The 15-minute MeMed BV blood test can swiftly distinguish ...