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Pediatrics

News, opinions and meeting coverage in pediatrics.

Good Response to Obesity Treatment in Childhood Improved Outcomes Down the Line

— Findings represent "a hopeful message that early intervention truly matters," researcher says

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Are Singulair's Psychiatric Risks in Kids Overblown?

Population-based study found no higher risk than with another asthma and allergy medication class

3 Hrs Ago
Antibiotics Inferior to Appendectomy for Uncomplicated Appendicitis in Kids

Treatment failure rate at 1 year reached 34% with antibiotics versus 7% with appendectomy

3 Hrs Ago
Chronic Disease, COVID Vaccines Get Nods at Trump's Inaugural Address

President also takes a shot at the U.S. public health system

4 Hrs Ago
GLP-1 Agents' Risks and Benefits Broader Than Previously Thought

VA researchers found lower risks for 42 diverse outcomes and increased risks for 19 others

Jan 20, 2025
Chronic Disease, COVID Vaccines Get Nods at Trump's Inaugural Address

President also takes a shot at the U.S. public health system

GLP-1 Agents' Risks and Benefits Broader Than Previously Thought

VA researchers found lower risks for 42 diverse outcomes and increased risks for 19 others

Pediatrics Case Studies

What's Behind Boy's Bullous Skin Lesions After Flu Symptoms?

Mycoplasma pneumonia identified as the culprit in this case of RIME

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Persistent Lymphadenopathy and Neck Abscesses in a Healthy Boy

Histopathological test results were central to ultimate diagnosis

Doctor examining boy’s neck.
Teen Seeks Care for Delayed Growth Compared With His Twin

Case shows confluence of hormone therapy cost and limited resources in developing areas

A female nurse measures the height of a young boy.

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Childhood Vax Rates, a Rare Health Bright Spot in Struggling States, Are Slipping

Many states have recently reported an increase in people opting out of vaccines for their kids

Jan 19, 2025
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Online Sellers of Compounded GLP-1s Often Don't Mention Risks

And 40.5% noted efficacy claims not listed on the labels of their originator products

Jan 17, 2025
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Children With IBD Showed Impaired Growth Before Diagnosis

Researchers speculate that impaired nutritional status could account for preclinical loss in BMI

Jan 17, 2025
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Ozempic/Wegovy and 14 Other Drugs Selected for Medicare Price Negotiation

25 drugs chosen so far comprise about a third of Medicare Part D spending on prescription drugs

Jan 17, 2025
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Lawmakers Clash Over Whether Trump and His Nominees Will Hurt Public Health

One congresswoman named the future of vaccines as one of her biggest concerns

Jan 16, 2025
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DEA Proposes a Special Registry for Telehealth Providers of Controlled Substances

Agency also issues final rule for 6-month buprenorphine prescriptions issued over the phone

Jan 16, 2025
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FDA Authorizes Marketing of Nicotine Pouches, a First for the Agency

While niche for now, use of flavored nicotine sachets among youths raises concerns

Jan 16, 2025
 FDA MARKETING ZYN nicotine pouch products over a photo of a container of Zyn nicotine pouches.
Experts Pitch Major Overhaul to How Obesity Is Diagnosed

Global commission makes the case to move beyond BMI, incorporate other measures of body fat

Jan 14, 2025
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Preferred and Actual Location of Death Often Don't Match for Young Cancer Patients

About 30% of adolescents and young adults with cancer who wanted to die at home did not do so

Jan 14, 2025
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Timing of Vaccine Doses for Toddlers Has Improved

However, many children still lack the necessary doses to complete vaccine series

Jan 13, 2025
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Childhood Cancer Survivors Have Double the Risk of Melanoma as Adults

Radiation exposure, type and cumulative dose of chemotherapy drive melanoma risk

Jan 13, 2025
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Opinion
The What, How, and Why of Ultraprocessed Foods

The topic of UPF regulation may be just as irresistible as the foods it targets

Jan 13, 2025
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Bone Mineral Density Deficits Prevalent Among Childhood Cancer Survivors

However, modifiable risk factors suggest there are targets for intervention

Jan 10, 2025
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Opinion
I Managed Wildfire Response for a Health System. Here's What I Learned.

What health facilities can expect during the first 96 hours and how to adapt

Jan 10, 2025
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