The nitric oxide–releasing topical is the first prescription medication approved for at-home treatment of molluscum contagiosum.

A clinical trial found CBD was safe and well-tolerated in autistic boys, with some showing behavioral improvements, though placebo effects were strong.

Cancer-specific summer camps empower children with cancer, fostering community, emotional healing, and safe fun, while providing families much-needed respite and support.

Even low-level lead exposure in early childhood may speed up memory loss, according to a new study using a cognitive task to measure forgetting rates.

A pro-inflammatory maternal diet during pregnancy was linked to a 16% higher risk of type 1 diabetes in offspring, Danish cohort study finds.

His vital signs in clinic were within normal limits, and the only additional finding at this time was a nontender, nonpruritic, and nonpalpable petechial rash on the bilateral lower extremities.

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A newly-published study identified specific groups of higher-risk children that could benefit most from monoclonal antibodies.

The FDA accepted Eton Pharmaceuticals' NDA for ET-600 for pediatric arginine vasopressin deficiency, with a target action date in February of 2026.

A week into July 2025, the total reported cases in the United States have surpassed the peak of 1274 cases recorded for all 2019.

Six medical societies, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, are suing the HHS and its Secretary to "defend vaccine policy."

Though the original target action date was not met by the FDA, KalVista's sebetralstat is now approved to treat HAE in patients 12 years and older.

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The American Academy of Pediatrics warns families to avoid home fireworks and offers safer alternatives to prevent injuries, especially in young children.

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Additionally, long sleep duration could be associated with increased odds of being reliably symptomatic at 4 weeks.

Data from the study suggest caretakers of CPP patients be vigilant for psychiatric symptoms to begin care at an early stage.

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The revised labeling will warn that patients younger than 6 years taking these medications are at greater risk of weight loss.

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The updated labeling includes a new contraindication for patients with prior or active hepatic events.

MNV-201 is being evaluated in phase 2 clinical trials for treatment of the ultra-rare, life-threatening mitochondrial disorder affecting children.

The total number of pediatric mental health hospitalizations declined in 2022, the first time observed since 2009.