Children with spina bifida, a malformation of the spinal cord that can lead to mobility impairments and hydrocephalus—a buildup of fluid in the brain—face significant risk of cognitive difficulties ...

Children with spina bifida, a malformation of the spinal cord that can lead to mobility impairments and hydrocephalus — a buildup of fluid in the ...

Is your newborn breathing fast? Newborn babies can exhibit some unusual breathing patterns, most of which are not cause for alarm. If you've noticed your newborn breathing fast or a bit irregularly, ...

NEW YORK - High fungus levels in the home can cause breathing problems, even pneumonia, for infants, new research suggests. Dampness in the basement or other rooms is known to cause breathing problems ...

Every year, over 1.3 million babies globally are born with Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), a silent but potentially fatal condition. These structural abnormalities can drastically affect a newborn's ...

Croup is an inflammation of the larynx (throat), trachea (windpipe), and bronchi (tubes that connect the trachea to the lungs). It occurs primarily in young children. Croup arises from a respiratory ...

Welcoming a newborn into the world is an exciting and emotional experience for parents. Along with the joy of parenthood, there comes a deep sense of responsibility, as newborns require constant care ...

Researchers at WashU Medicine and their collaborators have found that newborns who receive surgery for a severe form of spina bifida are more likely to suffer from breathing disruptions during sleep ...