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Intellectual disability in children conceived using assisted reproductive technology

The risk of intellectual disability was increased in children born after assisted reproductive technology in Western Australia from 1994 to 2002

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Australian researchers oppose funding from the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World

Research and research funding must be independent of the tobacco industry, which continues to cause so much suffering

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Congenital diaphragmatic hernia: Impact of contemporary management strategies on perinatal outcomes

This study aims to review temporal changes in perinatal management and 1-year survival outcomes of cases of congenital diaphragmatic hernia

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Impact of the Friendly Schools whole-school intervention on transition to secondary school and adolescent bullying behaviour

These findings demonstrate the immediate value of whole-school interventions to reduce bullying behaviour and associated harms among students

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Are children more vulnerable to mesothelioma than adults?

We found no greater susceptibility to mesothelioma among those first exposed to asbestos as children than those first exposed as adults

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Does perinatal exposure to exogenous oxytocin influence child behavioural problems and autistic-like behaviours to 20 years of age

This study is the first to investigate longitudinal mental health outcomes associated with the use of oxytocin-based medications during labour

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Effect of ten-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine introduction on pneumococcal carriage in Fiji: results from four annual cross-sectional carriage surveys

Direct and indirect effects on pneumococcal carriage post-PCV10 are likely to result in reductions in pneumococcal disease, including in infants too young to be vaccinated

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A realist evaluation of peer mentoring support for university students with autism

Standard peer mentoring approaches can be enhanced to meet the needs of students with ASD by including training for mentors on ASD

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Investigation of group A Streptococcus immune responses in an endemic setting, with a particular focus on J8

We analysed the stimulation of J8 antibodies in response to infection, and the role of existing J8 antibodies in protection against subsequent infection

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Oral health experiences of individuals with Rett syndrome: A retrospective study

Social advantage may provide some protection for dental health in individuals with Rett syndrome