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When it comes to infant distress, acid reflux often gets a bum rap!
December 03, 2020
When faced with a fussy infant, it's common to think acid reflux is the cause, but a recent report indicates that it may be time to think of other causes.
How teens are connecting in high school, despite COVID restrictions
December 03, 2020
A teenager shares how students can connect, even in the COVID era.
Allergy experts weigh in on prevention strategies
December 02, 2020
Guidance offers insight on allergy prevention strategies.
Expanding early peanut introduction can increase prevention efforts
December 02, 2020
A new study suggests that extending early peanut introduction efforts can head off more allergy development.
Acetaminophen is not the best choice for fever in asthmatics
December 02, 2020
Acetaminophen may be the antipyretic choice for many families, but a new study asks whether it could be a problem for children with asthma.
Can nebulized magnesium reduce hospitalizations because of asthma?
December 01, 2020
A new report looks at whether nebulized magnesium could impact hospitalizations due to asthma.
Best new medical technology for 2020
December 01, 2020
The latest advances in medical technology for the pediatrician's office.
Prefilled pen may be a better way to deliver methotrexate to children with JIA
December 01, 2020
Prefilled syringes have been the way that many children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis get their methotrexate. A pilot study examines if prefilled pens might be a better option.
Can a father’s past stressors impact his child’s brain development?
November 30, 2020
It’s been long understood that a mother’s health and life before pregnancy can have an impact on her offspring’s development. An investigation offers some insight into how a father’s early life stress can alter his offspring’s brain development.
What's new on Contemporary Pediatrics: November 30 to December 4
November 30, 2020
A look at what to expect from Contemporary Pediatrics this week
CDC guidance to keep practices safe
November 27, 2020
CDC guidelines to keep you and your practice safe from COVID-19 infection.
Tackling the ear exam and hearing loss
November 27, 2020
Contemporary Pediatrics sat down with Andrew Schuman, MD, FAAP, to discuss the ear exam, hearing loss, and when to refer to audiology.
Nutritional quality seen in movies gets 2 thumbs down
November 26, 2020
Diet is impacted by more than just what a child sees in the home. An investigation examines the dietary quality seen in popular movies.
Check out Small Talk
November 26, 2020
Looking for something to listen to while making the turkey? Check out Small Talk, the bite size podcast packed with pediatric information.
Families still planning to gather for Thanksgiving
November 25, 2020
Despite public health agencies warning against gathering for Thanksgiving, many families are still planning to do so. A new poll offers some insight on why parents still plan to gather and what they are doing to try to keep everyone safe.
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.