A CDC report shows only 23% of U.S. teens get enough sleep, with disparities highlighting the need for targeted health interventions.

Across all years in the report, the CDC rated each physical activity trend with a color of red, indicating that trends are going in the "wrong direction."

Manufacturers who use red no. 3 in food and and ingested drugs will have until January 15, 2027 or January 18, 2028, respectively, to reformulate their products.

Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN, explores how diet can help manage childhood constipation.

According to the report, several key dietary behaviors such as daily fruit or vegetable intake among high school students were trending in the wrong direction.

The lead clinical trial investigator for a phase 3 study of crinecerfont in pediatric CAH patients breaks down the December 2024 FDA approval.

Of those with a minimum age or minimum interval vaccine dose, 44.9% ended up receiving extra doses to complete a vaccination series.

Neffy was first approved in September 2024 to treat type 1 allergic reactions in patients who weigh at least 66 lbs (33 kg).

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Positive interim data was reported from the ENERGY 1 trial and Expanded Access Program that featured a total of 5 infants and 1 child.

In an open-label extension of the EPITOPE phase 3 trial, the Viaskin Peanut patch had continued improvement in toddlers aged 1-3 years through 36 months.

Based on reports by NoroSTAT-participating states, the total number of outbreaks in 2024-2025 seasonal year is above the range reported 012–2020 and 2021-2024 seasonal years.

The study within a single health care system revealed that most infants born prior to December received the nirsevimab monoclonal antibody.

A recent study highlights potential reductions in macronutrient levels in breast milk because of maternal medications, though breastfeeding remains strongly recommended.

Recent research evaluated the association between screen time and autism spectrum disorder by considering socioeconomic factors as instrumental variables.

In this cross-sectional population of insured adolescents from 2018 to 2022, receipt of puberty blockers and hormones was rare.

Medical advice was sought on the fifth day of symptoms, and by this time, the child was improving clinically.

The photos in this case were taken soon after the painful and red papules appeared.

Among a low-income and racially/ethnically diverse sample of caregiver child dyads, text intervention was effective for toothbrushing, preventive dentist visits, and more.

Findings support continued caution in the use of glucocorticoids among pregnant people.

The use of pulse oximetry screening for asymptomatic newborns at or around 24 hours of life helps identify at-risk infants.

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Kick off the new year with 8 parenting goals: update vaccines, build healthy habits, enjoy outdoor time, read daily, and prioritize mental health.

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Needle-free treatments, such as Neffy and FluMist, offer promising alternatives for children and adults with needle phobia, ensuring access to critical care.