Contemporary Pediatrics Staff

With a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak underway this summer, pediatric providers should maintain a low threshold to consider Cyclospora cayetanensis in children with protracted or relapsing watery diarrhea.

A new Endocrine Society guideline suggests watchful waiting rather than immediate testing for many girls with early breast development, reserving full evaluation for those with rapid progression or growth acceleration.

Pediatricians warn that fireworks, especially sparklers, are a leading cause of preventable injuries in children each summer. Here's what families should know to celebrate safely.

Outdoor meals raise the risk of food poisoning. Here's how families can keep picnics, cookouts and beach days food-safe, from coolers to grill temperatures.

Universal smartphone use during school, specifically frequent checking, is associated with decreased inhibitory control and attentional resources in teens.

GLP-1 receptor agonist use was associated with a lower risk of asthma exacerbations in adolescents with overweight or obesity.

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Test your knowledge of updated AAP recommendations for genetic evaluation of children with developmental delay and intellectual disability.

“There was no effect of lenacapavir on either estrogen containing or testosterone-containing regimens, no decrement in estradiol or testosterone levels," said Jill Blumenthal, MD, MAS.

Discover the latest in pediatric infectious diseases with Infectious Insights, a new podcast series hosted by expert Tina Tan, MD, FIDSA, FPIDS, FAAP.

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In this quiz, we test your knowledge of the AAP's new algorithm and updated recommendations for newborn screening for critical congenital heart disease.

In this quiz, we test your knowledge of the AAP's new algorithm and updated recommendations for newborn screening for critical congenital heart disease.

Efficacy for the kinase inhibitor was based on the ReNue (NCT03962543 ) trial that featured 58 adults and 56 pediatric patients.

Can you guess what condition Tiny Tim had?

In the field of pediatric care, the understanding and management of central precocious puberty (CPP) is evolving, thanks to emerging data and individualized treatment approaches.

In the final installment of our RSV Roundtable video series, our panel breaks down the importance of discussing new immunizations with patients now, and how crucial they will be in future RSV seasons.

With useful tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics, parents can ring in 2024 the right way, with healthy digital habits, increased reading, and more family activities to benefit their children.

Last year’s historic RSV season left many wondering if this was going to become a recurring trend. Physicians weigh in on what they are seeing at their institutions in terms of infection rates.

At the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference & Exhibition, a presenter shares how nutritional literacy can benefit pediatric health.

Age-appropriate diabetes support for students is detailed, encompassing legal frameworks, healthcare plans, and the essential role of school health teams in effective school management.

Peter Lio, MD, clinical assistant professor of dermatology and pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois, discusses the 2023 Society for Pediatric Dermatology Meeting held in Asheville, North Carolina, and what pearls to consider following the atopic dermatitis panel he took part in.

Check out the latest news, notes, and headlines from the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners 44th National Conference on Pediatric Health Care, held March 15-18, 2023, in Orlando, Florida.

More than 90% of respondents to a recent survey expressed concern about acne’s effect on their adolescent’s mental health and social life.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released its guidance for influenza vaccination during the 2013-2014 influenza season. As always, AAP recommends that all children and adolescents aged 6 months and older receive either the trivalent or quadrivalent influenza vaccine, and children should be immunized as soon as the vaccine becomes available.