FDA grants ABX1100 rare pediatric drug designation
Aro Biotherapeutics’ ABX1100, used to treat Pompe disease, was granted a Rare Pediatric Drug designation by the FDA.
Air pollution associated with adverse birth outcomes
Prenatal exposure to industrial air pollutants increases risk of adverse birth outcomes in infants.
Incidence rates of IBD expected to rise in Germany
There has been a significant increase of IBD overall and Crohn’s disease specifically in pediatric patients between 2000-2014.
Appointment wait times drop for family physicians, indicating shift in care
Study examines how long it takes to see a physician across United States.
New treatments for atopic dermatitis
In a recent article, researchers discussed current atopic dermatitis treatments, along with the need for safe and effective long-term treatments.
Hepatitis B risks vs vaccine risks
In 2 new education documents, Physicians for Informed Consent outlines the risks of Hepatitis B compared to the risks of the Hepatitis B vaccination.
Prenatal cannabis exposure increases risk of mental disorders
In a recent study, prenatal cannabis exposure was associated with greater risk of behavioral problems and mental health disorders in children.
Alternative and complementary medicines in pediatric care
The 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.
Dupilumab safe, effective in long-term pediatric use
Improvements in atopic dermatitis symptoms were seen in children taking dupilumab, with minimal adverse events.
Children with ADHD inattentive to other’s eyes
In a recent study, children with ADHD were slower to reorient when looking at images of faces than children without ADHD.
Maternal vaccination reduces risk of infant COVID-19 hospitalization
Infants of fully vaccinated mothers had fewer cases of hospitalization from COVID-19 than those unvaccinated.
ADHD worsens stress and decreases sleep in adolescents
ADHD has been linked with greater perceived stress and sleep problems in adolescents.
Social contagion theory for trans teens challenged
Diabetes not associated with breastfeeding ability
Investigators found minimal difference between breastfeeding rates less than 1 week postpartum of women who had diabetes pre-pregnancy, gestational diabetes only, and no history of diabetes.
Apremilast demonstrates safety, efficacy in phase 3 trial for psoriasis in pediatric patients
It was recently announced that oral Otezla is efficient in treating pediatric patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
Assisted reproductive technology increases childhood cancer risk
A recent study has associated the use of assisted reproductive technology in birth with an increased chance of developing childhood cancers.
Late-onset glaucoma may develop at longer interval after childhood cataract surgery
Study findings suggest that some cases of secondary glaucoma occur up to 16 years after the original cataract surgery.
Suicide linked to genetic factors in youths
A recent study found suicide attempts and suicide ideation were more common in children with genetic factors linked to suicide attempts.
Tapering biologics after prolonged inactive disease may benefit pediatric patients
Although effective therapies are crucial, adverse events, financial burden, and other factors make a "taper-to-target" approach appealing to both pediatric patients and their caregivers.
Program implementation reduces food insecurity during COVID-19 pandemic
Researchers saw the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer program and grab-and-go meals helped provide meals to a wide range of children after schools closed in March 2020.
FDA: Mother’s Touch Formula not fit for use in infants
The FDA had recently advised parents and caregivers to not buy or give Mother’s Touch Formula to infants.
No increased risk of insulin resistance in prednisone-exposed fetuses
Long-term corticosteroids during pregnancy is associated with maternal and fetal adverse outcomes which may influence the insulin resistance later in life.
Preconception thyroid function can predict delayed time to pregnancy, risk of spontaneous abortion
Hospitalizations from battery exposure increased from 2010 to 2017
From 2010 to 2017, battery-related emergency department visits in pediatric patients saw a significant increase.
Pediatric patients with ADHD show no dual-task deficits
Older participants had smaller dual-task performance deficits for gait and texting speed in both the ADHD group and the control group.
FDA approves ‘updated boosters’ to fight COVID-19 omicron variants
Latest emergency use authorizations for Moderna, Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines.
Disturbed sleep, depression may have bidirectional relationship through early years
The cohort study is the first to report developmental cascades between disturbed sleep and depressive symptoms throughout childhood and early adolescence.
Discussion on “How one child’s tragedy is making us reconsider our approach to drowning prevention”
In response to an article published last year, the AAP wrote a letter to the editor, which has since been refuted.
What Biden's student debt forgiveness plan means for physicians
The president’s student loan initiative only covers a portion of the average debt of medical school, but the Association of American Medical Colleges says it still does some good.
Lower pregnancy BMI, increased antibiotics may contribute to allergic sensitization
A recent study in Finland finds 2 major contributing factors to allergic disease in infants with familial risk.
