Children

Early exposure to pet dogs linked to reduced risk of eczema in genetically predisposed children

Laboratory experiments confirmed that interaction with dogs can change the expression of the interleukin-7 receptor gene in the skin, suppressing skin inflammation.

 Early exposure to pet dogs linked to reduced risk of eczema in genetically predisposed children. Illustration.
 Smoke rises following an Israeli air strike in Gaza May 2, 2023.

'Genocide' complaint filed in Paris over deaths of French citizens in Gaza airstrike - report

 Naaman – Stitch Capsule Products

Stitch brings style home: A new capsule collection that turns summer into a fun home celebration

 Hamat Gader

Good news for parents: Free entry for children under 16 at the northern site


Coke, parking, and the long game of parenting - opinion

I do know that at some point, I, too, cut back on Coca-Cola – realizing that too much of a good thing can kill you.

Coca Cola

What's in a name? Japan cracks down on 'glittery' baby names

Names such as Pikachu, Diamond, Nike, and even Devil have become increasingly common in Japanese classrooms over the past 30 years.

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Trump administration report on US child health cited nonexistent studies, media report says

It said processed food, chemicals, stress and overprescription of medications and vaccines may be factors behind chronic illness in American children, citing some 500 research studies as evidence.

US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. attends a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, DC, April 10, 2025

The educational value of Jewish summer camp - opinion

Despite rising costs, summer camps are worth the price as they provide transformative experiences for children.

 PARTICIPANTS IN last year’s Yael Foundation summer camp in Cyprus: For generations, Jewish summer camps have been more than just a seasonal pastime, the writer states.

'Science and Jihad': How Houthi 'summer schools' indoctrinate Yemen's new generation

“Houthi summer indoctrination camps are a catastrophic project that’s been ongoing for a decade. Boys as young as 7 are taught war slogans, political loyalty, and martyrdom," Fatima Alasrar posted.

 A boy holds a pistol as he joins protesters, predominantly Houthi supporters, during a rally in solidarity with Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and with Lebanon's Hezbollah, amid Israel's conflicts with Hamas and Hezbollah, in Sanaa, Yemen November 15, 2024.

Crisis, conflict, and the kindest generation - opinion

For six years, Israeli children have known about pandemic, war, and little else, but they have not allowed their tumultuous adolescence to define them.

 NATIONAL SERVICE volunteers at the ADI Negev-Nahalat Eran rehabilitation village shower a special education student with severe disabilities with affection, as though he were their own sibling.

Linked obesity and ADHD in children: Innovative approaches to prevention and treatment - opinion

Recent studies on the link between ADHD and obesity risk shed light on contributing factors and innovative treatments.

Childhood obesity is a rising epidemic.

Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene mutation fathers 67 children; 10 develop cancer

Experts call for international limits on the number of children per sperm donor and better tracking systems.

 Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene mutation fathers 67 children; 10 develop cancer. Illustration.

Delta launches Stitch collection for perfect family style

Ahead of the summer’s big movie, the fashion chain offers Stitch-inspired pajamas, swimwear, and accessories for the whole family, priced between NIS 29.90 and NIS 199.90.

Spinning dress, Delta, NIS 99.90

Tnuva's decade-long initiative supporting children and families in Ofakim’s periphery

Tnuva and the Community Centers Company’s education and community initiative celebrates 10 years in Ofakim and moves to a new facility in Ramat Shaked.

 The "Bayit Ligdol Tov" Initiative in Ofakim

UCSF study: Social media use linked to 35% spike in kids' depression

Depressive symptoms increased by 35% as kids' social media use rose from 7 to 73 minutes per day over three years.

 UCSF study: Social media use linked to 35% spike in kids' depression.