Stereotypic hand movements are a feature of Rett Syndrome but few studies have observed their nature systematically. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2010
• February 2010

Few studies have examined the dietary patterns of adolescents and the social and environmental factors that may affect them during this life stage. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• Reports and Findings
• 2009
• October 2009

Accurate measurement of dietary intake is essential for understanding the long-term effects of adolescent diet on chronic disease risk. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• 2009
• October 2009

Rett syndrome (RTT) is an X-linked dominant neurodevelopmental disorder that is usually associated with mutations in the MECP2 gene. ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• 2007
• February 2007

To examine the prevalence, cumulative incidence, and survival in an Australian cohort with Rett syndrome (RTT). ...

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• 2006
• March 2006

When the COVID-19 pandemic was declared, Governments responded with lockdown and isolation measures to combat viral spread, including the closure of many schools. More than a year later, widespread screening for SARS-CoV-2 is critical to allow schools and other institutions to remain open. ...

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• 2022
• January 2022

Many children with intellectual disability live with medical comorbidities. This study examined the impacts of comorbidities on quality of life (QOL) of children with intellectual disabilities and whether impacts varied with caregiver perceptions that medical needs had been met. ...

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• 2021
• April 2021

Amidst the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, understanding the transmission dynamics of the SARS-CoV-2 virus is key to providing peace of mind for the community and informing policy-making decisions. While available data suggest that school-aged children are not significant spreaders of SARS-CoV-2, the possibility of transmission in schools remains an ongoing concern, especially among an aging teaching workforce. Even in low-prevalence settings, communities must balance the potential risk of transmission with the need for students' ongoing education. ...

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• 2021
• February 2021

This study aimed to describe the vitamin D status of pregnant women in Western Australia and identify predictors of deficiency in pregnancy. A cross-sectional study was conducted using linked data from statewide administrative data collections. ...

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• 2021
• September 2021

Newly developed quantitative chest computed tomography (CT) outcomes designed specifically to assess structural abnormalities related to cystic fibrosis (CF) lung disease are now available. CFTR modulators potentially can reduce some structural lung abnormalities. We aimed to investigate the effect of CFTR modulators on structural lung disease progression using different quantitative CT analysis methods specific for people with CF (PwCF). ...

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• 2023
• April 2023

For mothers with intellectual disability, modifiable risk factors for adverse outcomes need addressing ...

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• 2020
• April 2020

Aspergillus species and P. aeruginosa are commonly present in the lower airways from infancy ...

• 1. Telethon Kids Institute
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• 2019
• September 2019