Experimental studies suggest that exposures may impact respiratory health across generations via epigenetic changes transmitted specifically through male germ cells. Studies in humans are, however, limited. We aim to identify epigenetic marks in offspring associated with father's preconception smoking. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2023
• August 2023

Rett syndrome is a genetically caused neurodevelopmental disorder associated with functional deficits and comorbidities. This study investigated relationships between genotype, functional abilities and comorbidities and quality of life in Rett syndrome. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2021
• September 2021

Currently, there are few robustly evaluated social and emotional wellbeing (SEWB) measures available for use with Aboriginal youth in research, policy, and practice. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
• Our research
• Reports and Findings
• 2021
• August 2021

Multi-jurisdictional cohort of mother-infant pairs to measure the uptake, safety and effectiveness of antenatal IIV and dTpa vaccines in three Australian jurisdictions ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2019
• June 2019

This cross-sectional study examined parental well-being in caregivers of children with one of three genetic disorders associated with intellectual disability. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2017
• November 2017

To investigate quality of life (QOL) and psychosocial well-being in youth with neuromuscular disorders (NMDs) who are wheelchair users. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2017
• May 2017

Vitamin D is involved in the regulation of the immune system and it may play a role in the development, severity and course of asthma and other allergic... ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2016
• January 2016

Delayed or impaired language development is a common developmental concern, yet there is little agreement about the criteria used to identify and classify... ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2016
• July 2016

Our aims were to characterize the abnormal breathing patterns and abdominal bloating, investigate the distribution of these by age and mutation type and examine their impact and management from a caregiver perspective. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2017
• April 2017

Our findings suggest that the chance of having psychotic like experiences is more likely for adolescents with certain personality traits. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2014
• January 2014