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In study, use of text messages reduced post-discharge ED admissions and hospital readmissions

In a recent study, immigrant women were less likely to receive access to timely prenatal care than women born in the United States.

In 2022, Chile saw an influenza season with atypical timing and severity, indicating similar cases may occur in regions such as the United States.

Seven priority areas established to strengthen the health care workforce

The CHILDhood Asthma Risk Tool has been consistent in diagnosing risk of persistent wheeze or asthma development in children aged as young as 3 years.

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.

A recent review highlighted potential methods of managing infantile epilepsies, including levetiracetam, ketogenic diet, modified Atkins diet, and surgery.

In a simulated back-to-school trial, rate of hand-to-face contact among students wearing face masks did not differ from those without face masks, and risk of infection did not increase.

In a recent statement, the US Preventative Services Task Force outlined recommendations for adolescents and adults on screening for skin cancer.

New research suggests the sleep quality of caregivers and patients with atopic dermatitis (inadequately-controlled with topical therapies) may improve with dupilumab treatment.

In honor of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month, we revisit some of this year’s top SIDS articles.

Kai Ling Kong, PhD, MS, discusses the results of a recent study revealing that music intervention can be used to prevent obesity in children.

In a recent report, the American Academy of Pediatrics outlined how burnout affects pediatricians and what steps pediatricians can take to avoid burnout.

In a recent poll, only 1 in 5 parents believed it is unsafe for children to take medicine past its expiration date, while many did not know how to properly dispose medicine.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a Vital Signs report revealing that many children with sickle cell anemia do not receive stroke screening or necessary medication.

The US Food and Drug Administration recently outlined the risks and symptoms of Cronobacter infection in young infants, and how to reduce risk of infection.

At IDWeek 2022, Patrick LLoyd, DO, presented research showing antibiotics are often administered to pediatric patients at end of life, even in cases without infection.

New 16-week data from the SPROUT trial show the PDE4 inhibitor may be highly efficacious in children and adolescents.

In a recent report, the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention outlined the rise in poor mental health and suicidal behaviors in adolescents throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

At IDWeek 2022, Taylor Wells, MD, gave a presentation on how long COVID affects the pediatric population.

A recent study in China reported increased risk of asthma after early-life exposure to particulate matter (PM), with smaller PM leading to a greater risk.

In a recent review, about 35% of participants reported experiencing online child sexual abuse.

An advisory panel for the US Food and Drug Administration voted 14-1 to withdraw 17α-hydroxyprogesterone caproate (Makena; Covis Pharma) from the market.

First Candle’s “Let’s Talk Community Chats” program has launched with the goal of increasing safe sleep in infants to combat sudden unexpectant infant death (SUID).

In a recent study, life expectancy was lower for infants in Census tract areas with a low level of opportunity for children.

The American Academy of Pediatrics, American Medical Association, and Children’s Hospital Association wrote a letter to the Attorney General urging the investigation and prosecution of organizations and individuals threatening hospitals providing evidence-based gender-affirming care to pediatric patients.

Less severe cases of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia often go undiagnosed and untreated, according to data presented at the AAP National Conference & Exhibition in Anaheim, California from October 7-11.

There is no evidence in the value of screening for depression in individuals aged 11 years and younger.

As COVID-19 continues to spread, vaccinations remain available to protect children from severe disease, hospitalization, and death.