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Looking at the epidemiology of COVID-19 in pediatrics
November 25, 2020
A new study examines the epidemiology of pediatric COVID-19 cases in a large cohort.
FDA approves Zokinvy to reduce death from Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome
November 24, 2020
The US Food and Drug Administation (FDA) has approved Zokinvy to reduce risk of death due to Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome and to treat some progeroid laminopathies.
Effects of childhood lead exposure on the brain seen in midlife
November 24, 2020
A new investigation reports on the long-term effect of lead exposure found in brain imaging of midlife adults.
The relationship of parental eating behaviors and their children and adolescents’ weight
November 23, 2020
Encourage parents to model healthful eating behaviors and positive relationships with good eating habits.
“Stay home” to improve COVID-19 numbers
November 23, 2020
Infectious Disease Society of America offered a look at the current treatment options for COVID-19 and stressed the need to maintain precautions to keep people safe.
Golimumab could improve type 1 diabetes outcomes
November 23, 2020
Golimumab has shown great promise in treating autoimmune conditions. An investigation looks into whether patients with type 1 diabetes may also benefit from the drug.
In case you missed it: November 16 to November 20
November 20, 2020
It was a very busy week for the Contemporary Pediatrics team.
Are HPV vaccine interventions cost-effective?
November 20, 2020
The United States has been working on increasing human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine coverage, with many potential interventions suggested. Are these interventions both effective and cost-effective?
Examining the efficacy of BMI “report cards”
November 20, 2020
Screening children for their body mass index (BMI) and sending “report cards” to parents has been suggested as an intervention to combat childhood obesity. Are they really as effective as some think?
What impacts the concussion recovery process?
November 19, 2020
Over the past couple of decades, the recovery process for concussions have changed. A report looks at what factors could impact a pediatric patient’s recovery process.
Looking at the unintended consequences of obesity campaigns
November 19, 2020
As the obesity epidemic has intensified, the number of public health campaigns have also increased. A report looks at the potential unintended consequences of these campaigns.
Subgaleal hematoma after takedown of braided hair
November 19, 2020
A previously healthy 2-year-old African American female with braids presented to our hospital with 2 days of right-sided face and head swelling. What's the diagnosis?
How school closures may have impacted children’s life expectancy
November 18, 2020
The debate over schools re-opening during the pandemic hasn’t abated and isn’t likely to with the start of a third wave. A model offers insight into how the school disruptions may impact the life expectancy of the affected children.
Does prenatal exposure to valproate increase risk of intellectual disability?
November 18, 2020
An investigation looks at whether prenatal exposure to antiepileptics such as valproate are linked to risk of intellectual disability.
Greetings from Dr. Tan!
November 18, 2020
Dr. Tan shares her 3 must read articles in the November 2020 issue of Contemporary Pediatrics.