Why more male than female newborns may get the crucial vitamin K shot ScienceNews By: Aimee Cunningham 15 June 2026 at 16:00 Vitamin K lowers the risk of bleeding, including in a circumcision. That procedure may explain a disparity in which infants are more likely to get the shot.
A new guideline links care for heart, kidney and metabolic diseases ScienceNews By: Aimee Cunningham 10 June 2026 at 21:43 A guideline treats heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes and obesity as connected conditions under one umbrella: CKM syndrome.
More young people are looking to AI chatbots for mental health help ScienceNews By: Aimee Cunningham 1 June 2026 at 16:00 A new survey estimates 8 million young people use AI chatbots for help when stressed, angry or sad, an increase from 2024.
Screening all kids for type 1 diabetes can catch more cases early ScienceNews By: Aimee Cunningham 21 May 2026 at 16:00 Identifying children with early signs of type 1 diabetes makes a difference to their health. A new study suggests wider screening is effective.