You might wonder how your baby breathes while still in your womb, surrounded by amniotic fluid. After all, the lungs are not filled with air before birth, and your baby relies entirely on the placenta ...

Randomized trial compares valved holding chambers for albuterol inhalation therapy ...

Under current budget pressures in social and health care services, even small but effective improvements matter in everyday practice. A new study shows that valved holding chambers (VHCs) used to ...

You may feel excited to see your growing baby during an ultrasound scan. They may move, stretch, or even suck their thumb. But some movements may feel strange to watch on the screen, such as the ...

As humans evolved over many thousands of years, our bodies developed a system to help us when we start running and suddenly need more oxygen. Now, using that innate reflex as inspiration, UCLA ...

Eating disorders in mums-to-be are linked to a heightened risk of asthma and wheezing in their children, irrespective of the type of disorder, presence of co-existing depression/anxiety, or the timing ...

Most children will have minor illnesses that can be safely treated at home with rest and basic care. However, some symptoms ...