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The maturation of immune functions in pregnancy and early childhood

This book chapter explains the maturation of immune functions during pregnancy & in early childhood, and addresses the importance of early environmental...

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Technical Advance: Transcription factor, promoter, and enhancer utilization in human myeloid cells

The generation of myeloid cells from their progenitors is regulated at the level of transcription by combinatorial control of key transcription factors...

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The relationship between nutrition in infancy and cognitive performance during adolescence

Nutrition in early childhood may have a long-term association with fundamental cognitive processing speed, which is likely to be related to enhanced brain...

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Engaging, supporting and working with children and families in Tasmania’s Child and Family Centres

The results showed that Tasmania's Child and Family Centres had a positive impact on parents' use and experiences of services and supports for young children.

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Quantitative and qualitative insights into the experiences of children with Rett syndrome and their families

Early presentation of Rett syndrome, including regression and challenges for families seeking a diagnosis

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Improving delivery of secondary prophylaxis for rheumatic heart disease in remote Indigenous communities

This trial aims to improve uptake of secondary prophylaxis among Aboriginal people with ARF/RHD to reduce progression or worsening of RHD.

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A prospective investigation of dietary patterns and internalizing and externalizing mental health problems in adolescents

Our findings only lend partial support to a link between diet and mental health, specific to females consuming a Western diet and to externalizing behaviours

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A systematic approach to multiple breath nitrogen washout test quality

The application of the systematic review improved inter-observer agreement but did not affect reported multiple breath washout outcomes

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Respiratory syncytial virus is present in the neonatal intensive care unit

The results suggest that though the risk for RSV in the NICU remains low, personnel clothing are contaminated with RSV-RNA and may have a role in transmission