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A case of progressive joint pain and rash in a 5-year-oldA 5-year-old nonverbal boy with autism spectrum disorder and global developmental delay presented to the emergency department with bilateral lower-extremity bruising and progressive difficulty ambulating. What's the diagnosis?
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Youth cannabis use and depression, suicidal behavior, with Jesse Hinckley, MD, PhDAt PAS 2025, Jesse Hinckley, MD, PhD, presented data showing cannabis use sharply increases odds of depression and suicidal behavior in youth.
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Mother-to-child hepatitis b transmission presents economic trade-offsExpanding peripartum prophylaxis could be more cost-effective, but would likely lead to significant over-treatment.
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Leriglitazone demonstrates lesion growth deceleration in pediatric cerebral adrenoleukodystrophyMinoryx's leriglitazone showed a decrease in matrix metalloproteinase-9 concentrations in pediatric patients with cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy, according to a 24-week analysis.
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HCPs can play an important role in addressing the US infant formula shortageWhen breastfeeding is not an option, caregivers will turn to infant formulas to meet their child’s nutritional needs.
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Advancements in FDA approvals for pediatric obesity treatmentGLP-1 receptor agonists, used to treat diabetes, are now also being used for obesity in children and adolescents.
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Kathryn Xixis, MD, on developing EPAs for child neurology trainingAt CNS 2025, Kathryn Xixis, MD, highlighted the growing adoption of EPAs and outcomes-based learning in pediatric neurology.
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How to help adolescents choose the right contraceptiveDiscover effective counseling techniques and overcome barriers to empower adolescents in making informed decisions about contraception, fostering trust, confidentiality, and autonomy in reproductive health care.
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Talking ticks with Tracey Gaslin, PhD, CPNP, FNP-BC, CRNI, RN-BCIn this Q&A, nurse practitioner Tracey Gaslin, PhD, discusses tick bites in pediatric patients, from how to prevent a bite to what to do after a bite, and highlights resources available from the Fight the Bite initiative.
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Confusion with telehealth could create issuesHow a hodgepodge of federal and state telehealth waivers creates compliance concerns for providers practicing across state lines.
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Addressing early-onset colorectal cancer in pediatric practice: Prevention starts nowPediatricians play a crucial role in preventing early-onset colorectal cancer by promoting healthy diets and fiber intake among children.
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Diagnosis and treatment of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndromeHere is what pediatric health care providers need to know about this often debilitating disorder.
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Alternative and complementary medicines in pediatric careThe use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) for pediatric care dates to the ancient Egyptians and remains popular with patients, parents, and providers seeking a holistic approach to pediatric care.
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Special Report: Future Directions for STI Diagnosis and TreatmentExplore how family-centered care and early intervention in STI prevention can transform pediatric health outcomes for future generations.
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Seconds Matter: A Pearl for Improving Communication During SurgeryPresenters highlight the possible solutions to communication between the scrubbed-in surgery team and outside help that could save time.
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Altered mental state in a 2-year-old boyA 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?
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An 11-year-old boy with a petechial rash: A peculiar presentationHis vital signs in clinic were within normal limits, and the only additional finding at this time was a nontender, nonpruritic, and nonpalpable petechial rash on the bilateral lower extremities.
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Using coordinated systems of care to address the mental health crisisHow can integrated systems of care help us provide the appropriate level of high-quality care to each individual child?
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23-month-old female with cough, rhinorrhea, and increased work of breathingCan you guess the diagnosis?
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Crossover symptoms of COVID-19 and influenzaAs respiratory viruses and COVID-19 variants lurk seemingly everywhere, here’s how best to detect and differentiate.
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Must-read news from the week of June 27A look at what the Contemporary Pediatrics® team covered this week.
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What does health equity mean?A perspective on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Innovation Center roundtable on health equity.
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Adolescent in detention center presents with hallucinationsA 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?
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Epidural bleeding in an infant with hemophiliaA 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?
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Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen Spray SPF 30 recalledEdgewell Personal Care Company issued a voluntary national recall of 3 collections of Banana Boat Hair & Scalp Sunscreen due to the presence of benzene.
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Food preparation safety: Tips to avoid foodborne illness during ThanksgivingWe’ve compiled a list of key food safety tips that you need to know in order to have a safe, bacteria-free holiday.
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Empiric selection of lipid emulsion in hospitalized neonatesLipid emulsions available on the market have evolved over time. Here's the latest information.
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The rise of electric scooter injuries: What the general pediatrician needs to knowPediatric e-scooter injuries are surging as popularity rises, highlighting the need for increased awareness and safety measures to protect young riders.
