Contemporary Pediatrics Staff

This FAQ breaks down the AAP's updated pediatric drowning prevention policy, covering supervision, water competency, life jackets, and rescue.

A 173-mother cohort study found parenting role models—not income alone—drove the link between maternal education and COVID-19 vaccination intent.

CTx-1301 improved clinician-rated ADHD symptoms versus placebo in a phase 3 pediatric trial, but detailed safety data remain limited.

Ensitrelvir adds an FDA-approved COVID-19 postexposure prophylaxis option for adults and adolescents aged 12 years or older.

FDA cleared Masimo's pediatric Patient State Index, a SedLine EEG-based sedation score calibrated for children aged 4 and older.

CSL reported that most children receiving garadacimab remained attack-free in a recent phase 3b study of garadacimab-gxii for prevention of hereditary angioedema.

US measles cases have climbed to 2,318 in 2026, already exceeding all of 2025 and marking the country's highest annual total since 1991, as CDC data show falling MMR coverage continuing to fuel outbreaks.

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.