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Robert Bassett, DO

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Adolescent in detention center presents with hallucinations

A 17-year-old boy with a history of anxiety was transported from a juvenile detention center for altered mental status, including hallucinations and agitation. What's the diagnosis?


Lynette Mazur, MD, MPH

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Epidural bleeding in an infant with hemophilia

A 7-month-old male with severe hemophilia A (less than 1% factor VIII [FVIII] activity) presented to his pediatrician with fussiness and inability to sleep for 3 days. He had received his influenza vaccine 3 days earlier. What's the diagnosis?


Kaitlyn Bader

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Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 recalled

Edgewell Personal Care Company issued a voluntary national recall of 3 collections of Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen due to the presence of benzene.


Kristi Rosa

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Food preparation safety: Tips to avoid foodborne illness during Thanksgiving

We’ve compiled a list of key food safety tips that you need to know in order to have a safe, bacteria-free holiday.


Bethany Sharpless Chalk, PharmD, BCPPS

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Empiric selection of lipid emulsion in hospitalized neonates

Lipid emulsions available on the market have evolved over time. Here's the latest information.


Steven M. Selbst, MD

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How to prevent contagious respiratory infections

A refresher on best interventions for common respiratory disorders in children.


Rebecca Baum, MD

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Learning disabilities and COVID-19: Where are we now?

The pandemic has disrupted academic progress and children with learning disabilities in particular have been impacted. Here is what pediatricians should know to help support literacy and recognize dyslexia.


Hilary Baldwin, MD

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Novel, fixed, single-dose formulation to treat adolescent acne

Tretinoin and benzoyl peroxide Cream, 0.1%/3% (Twyneo; Galderma) , is a breakthrough prescription topical acne treatment that combines the 2 key ingredients tretinoin and benzoyl peroxide.


Lisa Grabl

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Marketing tips for your practice

Harnessing digital marketing tools can help your medical practice grow.


Kent L. Reifschneider, MD

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CPP Patient Case: When to Stop Treatment

Karen O. Klein, MD, and Kent L. Reifschneider, MD, discuss a central precocious puberty (CPP) patient case regarding factors that would lead a physician to either stop treating a patient or continue with treatment.


Korey Capozza, MPH

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Unmet Needs in Managing Atopic Dermatitis

Elizabeth A. Swanson, MD, and Raj. J. Chovatiya, MD, PhD, examine challenges in managing atopic dermatitis and explore the evolving treatment landscape.


Jonathan Lai, BA, MS1

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Painful red lumpy leg

A healthy 4-year-old boy presents with painful deep-seated bumps on the front of his right leg. He also complains of a sore throat for the last 4 days. What's the diagnosis?


Sam McAleese, MD

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A look at what is in the pipeline for RSV vaccines for children

How much progress have we made in developing therapies to treat this common childhood respiratory disorder?


Anusha Anukanth, MD

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The latest Rx for sickle cell and oncology

A look at the most recent treatments for sickle cell disease and the latest pediatric oncology approvals.



Jared T. Muenzer, MD, MBA

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Tackling clinical workforce challenges through innovation and effective leadership

As providers, it’s imperative to reward engagement and build on the successes of the professionals who invest their time and talent into the mission of our organization.


Braden Neish, MBA

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Reduce patient no-shows with a personalized, digital solution-driven approach

Better technology is good for patient health and the financial health of physicians’ practices.


Freya Shepherd, MSc, BSc

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An Update on the Presentation, Nosology, and Causes of Postpartum Psychosis

Postpartum psychosis is experienced by 1 to 2 women every 1000 deliveries.


Sherry G. Cohen, FNP-C, APRN-PMH

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Sunscreen protection for children

Protection from the harsh rays of the sun is crucial for everyone—including children. Now that summer has arrived, a refresher course for your patients and their families on sun protection, which can go a long way in preventing skin damage and disorders due to the sun.


Jeffrey T. Ehmsen, MD, PhD

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Novel genetic therapies for sickle cell disease and β-thalassemia

As safe and effective gene-editing and gene-replacement therapies become more attainable, developing the delivery systems that ensure these treatments are equitably available will be equally essential.


Giuliana Grossi

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Text message intervention improves influenza vaccine uptake in pediatric population

Influenza vaccination is especially crucial among children and adolescents with chronic medical conditions that put them at high risk for severe outcomes.


Michelle Strange, MSDH RDH

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Prenatal teledentistry: because oral-systemic health links begin in the womb

Margaret Scarlett, DDS, and Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, outline how a mother's oral health can affect the oral health of her unborn child, and how teledentistry can help mothers access the care they need for themselves and their children.


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Amy Edwards, MD

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Hypothermia and abnormal eye movements in a 5-week-old infant

A 5-week-old female infant born at 38 weeks presents to her pediatrician with abnormal eye movements. What’s the diagnosis?


Melanie Stein-Etess, DO

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Altered mental state in a 2-year-old boy

A 26-month-old boy presents for mild altered mental status and balance issues following a fall the day before. There was no loss of consciousness or vomiting but he subsequently complained of left-sided head pain. What's the diagnosis?


Ann McArn, PharmD

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Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine: A glimpse into current recommendations

Infants, young children, and older adults are at the highest risk for pneumococcal infection, and viral illnesses, such as influenza, may predispose sensitive groups to pneumococcal infection.


Susan J. Kressly, MD, FAAP

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Telehealth for pediatric well visits: Sometimes the best option

The pandemic highlighted how effective telemedicine can be for providing care at well visits.



Nathaniel Beers, MD, MPA

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How are our children doing right now?

Two pediatric health care providers assess the mental and academic health of our pediatric population as we mark year 3 of the pandemic.


Kaiane Habeshian, MD

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Severe hemorrhage from infantile hemangioma

A 5-month-old girl with a large scalp infantile hemangioma (IH), present since 6 weeks of age, is evaluated in the emergency department for lethargy and pallor.


Thy Huynh, MD

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Alopecia in adolescents

Hair loss is a condition that is often distressing and difficult to treat, particularly in adolescents. Here’s what you should know.

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