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March 28th 2025
Vitamin E intake, specifically α-tocopherol, may reduce the development of peanut allergies and anaphylaxis in newborns.
March 14th 2025
The authors note that further research is needed to clarify cost-effectiveness, long-term adherence, and psychosocial impacts of oral immunotherapy.
March 12th 2025
Eculizumab, a humanized monoclonal antibody, was first approved for adults with generalized myasthenia gravis in 2017.
March 7th 2025
The cancers linked with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) exposure included nonastrocytoma gliomas, acute myeloid leukemia, and Wilms tumors.
The treatment is currently undergoing evaluation in an investigational preclinical program and is projected to be in human trials in 2026.
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Multidisciplinary Team, Smartphone App Improve Asthma Control in Kids
A pair of new studies looks at the effect of care from a multidisciplinary team of providers and use of a smartphone app on asthma adherence in young patients.
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HPV Vaccine Doesn't Affect Sexual Activity in Teen Girls
Perceptions of the risk of contracting a sexually transmitted disease after receiving the first dose of the HPV vaccine were not associated with rates of risky sexual activity among adolescent girls, a study finds.
Hyponatremia Complicates Outcomes for Kids After Neurosurgery
A study finds that children who develop hyponatremia after surgery for intracranial tumors are at heightened risk for a range of negative outcomes.
Teen Boys Worry About Body Image, Too
Although eating disorders are assumed to mainly affect teenaged girls, a recent study finds that young men are also preoccupied with body image.
Vaccination Prevented Millions of Flu Cases During 2012-2013 Season
A CDC report finds that vaccination had a particularly profound effect on high-risk populations, but that higher rates of coverage would have prevented millions more cases of flu.
Speedy Antiviral Treatment Improves Outcomes for Kids with Flu
Children hospitalized with severe cases of flu were more likely to survive if they received antivirals within 48 hours of symptom onset than if they received the medications later, a new study finds.
Drop in Ear Infections Attributed to Pneumococcal Vaccine
A reduction in pediatric health care visits related to otitis media between 2001 and 2011 appears to be due to uptake of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, according to the results of a new study.
Teen Vaccinations May Prevent Whooping Cough Hospitalization in Infants
Hospitalization rates of infants due to whooping cough were generally significantly lower after recommendations were expanded to advise all adolescents to receive the Tdap vaccine.
Teens Developing Healthier Habits
Efforts to help reduce childhood obesity in the United States may be working, according to new research that indicates adolescents are adopting healthier behaviors.
Many Caregivers Unable to Demonstrate Proper Use of Kids' Asthma Inhalers
All but a handful of adults who care for children with asthma failed to properly demonstrate the essential steps involved in using a metered-dose inhaler, according to a recently published study.
Nonprescription Products for Managing Cough, Cold, and Flu
Patients overwhelmed by the options in these product categories will appreciate a pharmacist's guidance.
Many Teens Report Misuse of Opiates, Sedatives
Almost 1 in 10 adolescent patients at an emergency department reported misusing opioids or sedatives, and few had a current home prescription for the medication they misused.
Hyponatremia in Kids: Caused by Supplemental Fluid?
Hospitalized children were more likely to develop hyponatremia after receiving hypotonic fluids than after receiving isotonic intravenous fluids, a study found.
Flu Can Be Deadly in Healthy Kids
A study of influenza-related pediatric deaths from 2004 through 2012 finds that almost half of children who died had no known high-risk medical complications.
Treatment of Chronic Pain in Children
Sherilyn Driscoll, MD, a pediatrics physiatrist at the Mayo Clinic, discusses how treatment of chronic pain in children has changed.
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First Exposure to Solid Food May Predict Type 1 Diabetes in Infants
Infants already at an increased genetic risk for developing type 1 diabetes mellitus may be even more likely to be diagnosed with the condition if they are introduced to solid foods too early or too late.
Vaccine Coverage Remains High Among Toddlers
Vaccination rates for children aged 19 to 35 months remained high in 2012, though they fell short for some vaccines and varied from state to state and based on family income.
Hyponatremia Worsens Pneumonia Symptoms in Hospitalized Kids
A recent study finds that hyponatremia may increase pneumonia severity in hospitalized children.
Antibiotics Recommended for All Toddlers with Ear Infections
A team of researchers has recommended that all cases of acute otitis media in children aged 6 months to 2 years be treated with antibiotics, disagreeing with guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Missed Vaccinations Increase Whooping Cough Risk in Young Kids
A child's risk of developing pertussis increased along with the number of doses of the diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis (DTaP) vaccine he or she had missed, a study finds.
Non-Adherent Kids Make More Hospital Trips
A review of previous studies finds that children with chronic conditions who fail to take their medications as prescribed are more likely to visit the emergency department and be hospitalized.
Youths Who Use Antipsychotics Face Increased Diabetes Risk
Children and young adults who used antipsychotics were 3 times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those taking other psychotropic medications, according to the results of a recent study.
Children Given Antibiotics for UTIs Without Urine Testing
A substantial portion of children treated with antibiotics for urinary tract infections are not given a urine test first, according to the results of a new study.
Fits and Starts: Researchers Investigate Workings of and Treatment for Febrile Seizures
Two recent studies shed new light on potential treatments for febrile seizures, the most common seizure form in children younger than 5 years old.
Uncontrolled Asthma in Pregnancy Leads to Complications for Children
A new study finds that in children whose mothers had asthma attacks during pregnancy were at increased risk of a range of health problems.
Adenotonsillectomy for Childhood Sleep Apnea
Discussing Healthy Eating With Teens More Beneficial Than Discussing Weight Loss
The ABCs of Pediatric Multivitamin/Multimineral Supplements
Parents and caregivers need help selecting appropriate supplements, which should be used as adjuncts to a balanced, healthy diet.
Parents Choose Retail Pharmacy Clinics for Convenience
Pharmacy-based retail clinics, which offer extended hours and low prices, are an increasingly popular option for pediatric care.
Juvenile Arthritis Camp Helps Kids Be Kids
At summer camps such as Camp Milagros in Northern California, kids with juvenile arthritis get the opportunity to take part in a normal and safe summer camp experience.