Adolescents

NCCN conference highlights advances in global cancer care strategies

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The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)-a non-profit alliance of leading cancer centers-brought together more than a thousand oncology professionals at the NCCN 2026 Annual Conference in Orlando, Florida, with hundreds more joining virtually. This year’s event featured educational sessions on the latest breakthroughs in cancer prevention and treatment, clinical guidelines updates, guidance for improving cancer … Read more

Imaging study measures pancreatic fat in children and teens

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Higher fat content in the pancreas of children and adolescents with obesity is associated with an increased level of heart and metabolic risk factors, including higher than average body mass index (BMI), elevated diastolic blood pressure, higher levels of abdominal and liver fat, and insulin resistance, according to new research presented at this year’s European … Read more

Children’s screen use surged significantly during and after pandemic

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First systematic review to track long-term trends across pre- and post-pandemic periods finds dramatic rise in screen use among children and adolescents. Screen time among children and adolescents has increased significantly over the past three decades, with clear rise occurring after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new systematic review conducted at … Read more

Analyzing the disparity between youth and adult HPV uptake

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Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection worldwide and can cause various types of cancer. Prophylactic HPV vaccination is highly effective and has been recommended in Switzerland since 2007 for girls and young women aged 11 to 26 – and since 2015 also for boys and young men. Catch-up vaccination is also … Read more

Leaving home may worsen diet quality in young adults, Australian study finds

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Moving out of the parental home may do more than change where young adults live; it may also mark a lasting shift toward poorer diet quality during one of the most formative stages of life. Key takeaways Drop in diet quality Leaving the parental home was associated with a small decline in overall diet quality, … Read more

Replacing sedentary time improves insulin resistance in adolescents

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Adolescents who replaced just half an hour of sedentary behaviors, such as sitting on the couch or spending time at the computer, each day for moderate-to-vigorous physical activity or sleep may lower their insulin resistance, a key factor in preventing the development of Type 2 diabetes, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart … Read more

AI diet plans underestimate teen nutrition and miss key nutrients

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New research reveals that popular AI tools may be giving adolescents incomplete and imbalanced diet advice, raising important questions about whether these technologies are ready to guide growing bodies without expert oversight.  Study: Artificial intelligence diet plans underestimate nutrient intake compared to dietitians in adolescents. Image credit: ilona.shorokhova/Shutterstock.com Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly used for … Read more

Study finds treatment gap for young ADHD patients with substance use disorders

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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder, affecting 12%–13% of adolescents in the United States, according to some studies. The pattern of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity can interfere with daily life, raising problems at home, work or school. At the same time, individuals diagnosed with ADHD are at a higher risk of developing substance use … Read more

The new 5-minute screening tool for endometriosis detection

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A simple 5-minute test addressing major endometriosis diagnostic delays and treatment has been developed by University of Queensland researchers. The Simplified Adolescent Factors for Endometriosis (SAFE) score uses a questionnaire to identify at-risk patients and fast track specialist referrals for further investigation. Professor Gita Mishra AO, Centre Director of UQ’s Australian Women and Girls’ Health … Read more

Yale study identifies parent stress as an obesity risk factor

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In recent years, rates of childhood obesity have been rising, with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimating in 2024 that approximately one in five children and adolescents met the clinical definition of obese. But preventing childhood obesity is a complex undertaking. While encouraging a healthy diet and adequate exercise have long been two strategies … Read more