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New evidence shows timely introduction of peanuts and eggs reduces allergy risks

Families who introduce peanut butter and eggs to their baby’s diet at around six months of age can significantly reduce the chances of them developing a life-threatening allergy, according to a new study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology – In Practice.

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The feasibility of a digital health approach to facilitate remote dental screening among preschool children during COVID-19 and social restrictions

Tele-dentistry can be useful to facilitate screening of children, especially those living in rural and remote communities, and during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study evaluated the feasibility of tele-dental screening for the identification of early childhood caries (ECC) in preschoolers using an app operated by their parents with remote review by oral-health therapists.

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Child health and obesity the focus of international built environment study

Research data from more than one million Australian and Welsh children will be examined to help better understand how the built environment affects child health and obesity, as part of an international research project to be co-led by The Kids Research Institute Australia.

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ORIGINS Ch7 News Story

ORIGINS featured on Channel 7 News recently with two family stories of how ORIGINS changed their lives.

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Tips for protecting your baby in the summer heat

Paediatrician Dr Lana Bell shares her top tips for keeping your baby or toddler cool, well-hydrated and protected as the temperature soars.

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ORIGINS hits the Daily Mail

Dr Michael Mosley discusses ORIGINS in The Daily Mail

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Hong Kong researcher highlights importance of nature for children during Joondalup Health Campus visit

Joondalup Health Campus welcomed international researcher Dr Tanja Sobko to share her research on the link between mental health and time spent in nature.

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Early ORIGINS: Disease prevention starts with the early years

The Joondalup Health Campus and The Kids are investigating how childhood and adult-onset diseases can be prevented during foetal development and in the early years of life.

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