Kids’ Oral Health | Teen Video Contest | Bivalent Boosters & COVID-19 | HIV/AIDS Neurological Complications | Osteoporosis

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

 

Healthy Mouth for Kids

A young boy brushing his teeth.

It’s never too early to start caring for your oral health. Learn how to help young children protect their teeth, gums, and mouth. (From NIH News in Health)


Eye on the Future Teen Video Contest

A teenage girl looking into a microscope.

Calling young scientists! Submit an original video about a scientific topic important to you for a chance to win a cash prize and a trip to NIH. (From NIH’s NEI)


Bivalent Boosters Provide Better Protection Against Severe COVID-19

A mature man getting a booster shot.

Bivalent booster vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 were 37% more effective than older booster shots at reducing the risk of severe COVID-19. (From NIH Research Matters)


Neurological Complications of HIV/AIDS

An illustration of a human brain with an artificial intelligence background.

HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, primarily affects the immune system but can also lead to a wide range of severe neurological disorders. (From NIH’s NINDS)


Osteoporosis

A senior woman holding dumbbells.

Osteoporosis happens when your bones weaken and become more likely to break. Find out how you can combat this bone disease. (From NIH’s NIAMS)