Special Report: Impact of Screening on Congenital Conditions
Panelists emphasize the importance of early STI screening in pediatrics, encouraging open discussions and parental involvement for better health outcomes.
Special Report: Challenges and Workflow Integration in STI Care
Experts emphasize the critical role of access and early detection in maternal-fetal health, highlighting the need for improved STI testing and collaboration.
Special Report: STI Diagnostic Innovations and At-Home Testing
Explore how diagnostic stewardship enhances infection detection and treatment, especially for adolescents seeking convenient testing options.
Special Report: New Frontiers in STI Treatment
FDA prioritizes gepotidacin, an oral gonorrhea treatment for adolescents, enhancing access and adherence in sexual health care.
Special Report: Advances in STI Screening and Treatments
Explore the latest advancements in STI screening and management, focusing on pediatric care and the critical role of early detection in newborns.
C. Buddy Creech, MD, discusses the future directions in vaccinology
C. Buddy Creech, MD, MPH, highlights advances in mRNA, monoclonals, adjuvants, and mucosal vaccines, stressing safety and parent communication.
Thomas Crawford, MD, talks advancements for spinal muscular atrophy treatment
Thomas Crawford, MD, discusses recent data for apitegromab for SMA, as well as overall developments in the field.
Key pediatric FDA decisions to watch for in Q4 2025
From another potential treatment for pediatric atopic dermatitis, to STI therapy for uncomplicated urogenital gonorrhea, take a look ahead at key PDUFA dates in Q4.
Cesar Ochoa-Lubinoff, MD, discusses practical strategies for ADHD care in the primary care setting
Pediatricians can use structured visits, rating scales, and AAP guidelines to improve ADHD diagnosis, follow-up, and care coordination.
Decline in maternal smoking linked to fewer cases of gastroschisis in US newborns
Decline in maternal smoking linked to fewer US newborns with gastroschisis, highlighting benefits of public health efforts.
Pediatric marijuana ingestions rise more than 1,000%
Unintentional marijuana ingestions in children under 5 rose over 1,000% in 7 years, with edibles and pandemic-related factors fueling the trend.
Most firearms used in youth suicides belonged to parents and were stored unsafely
Over half of youth firearm suicides involved a parent’s gun, with most stored unlocked and loaded, underscoring the need for secure storage.
Jonathan Miller, MD, on how pediatric influenza deaths highlight importance of vaccination, early recognition
Pediatric flu deaths underscore risks for healthy children and highlight importance of annual vaccination and early recognition.
Maternal adverse childhood experiences linked to higher risk of preterm birth
Mothers with multiple adverse childhood experiences faced double the risk of preterm birth, highlighting intergenerational health effects.
Sodium nitrite, nitrate self-poisoning emerges as growing suicide method among youth
Youth suicides by sodium nitrite/nitrate are rising, highlighting prevention gaps and opportunities for early medical and public health intervention.
Backup camera mandate linked to fewer severe pediatric backover injuries
Federal backup camera mandate cut pediatric backover injuries and deaths, though risks remain for children in older vehicles without cameras.
Motor vehicle and violent injuries predict future firearm injuries in children
Nearly 1 in 4 children with firearm injuries had prior ED visits for crashes or violence, highlighting opportunities for early intervention.
FDA approves guselkumab for children with plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis
FDA approves guselkumab as the first IL-23 inhibitor for children 6 years and older with plaque psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis.
Diane Straub, MD, addresses STI screening and confidential care in adolescents
Adolescent STIs are rising. Diane Straub, MD, MPH, stressed confidential care, routine screening, and balancing parental involvement at AAP 2025.
David Stukus, MD, on how early allergen introduction lowers food allergy risk
Early allergen introduction, beginning in infancy and sustained over time, can safely reduce food allergy risk, said David Stukus, MD, at AAP 2025.
Melanie Cree, MD, PhD, on multidisciplinary approaches for evaluation, management of menstrual disorders in teens
Multidisciplinary care is key in evaluating and managing menstrual disorders in adolescents.
Study: Eco-influencers spread pediatric health misinformation on TikTok
Most child health TikTok videos by non-medical eco-influencers contradicted guidelines, spreading vaccine and infant care misinformation.
Safe storage program reduces pediatric firearm risks
The “Store it Safe” program improved suicide screening and firearm storage practices, engaging families, providers, and communities statewide.
Pediatric golf cart injuries rise, with younger children most affected
Golf cart injuries among children are rising, with falls leading to head and neck injuries and a need for better safety guidelines.
Planned out-of-hospital births doubled during pandemic
Out-of-hospital births doubled during the pandemic, led by younger, educated mothers, raising concerns about maternal risks and infant outcomes.
Embedding food outreach specialists in pediatric clinics connects families with resources
Placing food outreach specialists in pediatric clinics improved food access, enrolling families in assistance programs and reducing barriers.
TikTok sexual health videos often contain misinformation, study finds
One in 5 TikTok sexual health videos by non-medical users contained misinformation, with abortion-related content showing the highest risks.
Stronger state gun laws linked to lower rates of pediatric in-home firearm homicides
States with stronger gun laws, including red flag laws, show lower rates of pediatric in-home firearm homicides, study finds.
Study finds sexual health education less effective after COVID-19
Post-pandemic middle schoolers gained sexual health knowledge but showed fewer positive belief changes, study finds.
Expanding contraceptive options for adolescents with Melissa Menezes, MD
New contraceptive options and counseling strategies aim to improve adolescent access and address patient-specific needs presentedat AAP 2025.
