Girls’ Behaviour Related To Testosterone Levels In The Womb
Levels of the sex hormone, testosterone, in the mother’s blood during pregnancy predict how girls behave at pre-school age, a study has found.
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Heavy Paracetamol Use In Pregnancy Linked To Childhood Wheezing
Women who frequently use paracetamol in late pregnancy may increase the risk of wheezing in their offspring, new research suggests.
‘Shopping List’ Of Parent’s Worries On The Menu At Child Health And Development Conference
The world-renowned Children of the 90s study will play host to a group of more than 180 top scientists and researchers on Monday (Oct 28) when they gather together to hear all about the latest developments in child health.
Pool Chemicals Do Not Damage Growth Of The Unborn Child
Women who swim regularly during pregnancy do not run the risk of reduced birth weight, according to a study published today in the journal Epidemiology.
Prolonged Use Of The Contraceptive Pill Could Increase Fertility
Women who take the oral contraceptive pill for a lengthy period could find it quicker to get pregnant once they stop than those who used it for shorter periods, according to a study published today in the journal Human Reproduction.
Early Vision Tests Help Cure Childhood Eye Problems
The long-standing debate over the need for toddlers’ eye tests is re-awakened by a new research paper published by the Children of the 90s project.
Royal Seal Of Approval For Children Of The 90s
The world-renowned study of families based at the University of Bristol will be honoured by a visit from HRH The Princess Royal today (12 July 2002).
Does A Vegetarian Diet Have Health Implications For Baby Boys?
The Children of the 90s child health project would like to issue this information in response to interest shown following an article which appeared in this week’s Sunday Express and Monday’s Western Daily Press newspaper.
150 Not Out: Children of the 90s' Record Score
Children of the 90s, the ongoing research project following the lives of thousands of Bristol schoolchildren, has itself reached a landmark in its life.
How the Tooth Fairy Could Help to Prevent Asthma
Scientists investigating the rise in asthma among Britain’s children have turned to the tooth fairy to help them in their research.