Are you protecting your adolescents and young adults from contracting meningitis B?
March 21st 2023This commentary describes the story of Kimberly Coffey and the role pediatric/adolescent practitioners play in the prevention of invasive meningococcal meningitis by discussing with parents, adolescents, and young adults the value of accepting the meningitis B vaccine (MenB).
Will primary prevention strategies reduce the incidence of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome?
April 26th 2022It may not be included in the differential diagnosis and can seem like it's cyclic vomiting syndrome, but a cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome diagnosis can be found through diligent history and compassionate care.
Adolescent marijuana use and anticipatory guidance: What does the evidence support?
April 8th 2021Over the past 9 years, a number of states have legalized the recreational use of marijuana in adults aged 21 years and older. Although teenagers aren't legally allowed to consume the substance, the legalization for adults can make it more available to teenagers and young adults. This article covers the latest evidence and offers recommendations for talking to teenagers.
Are primary prevention strategies altering the course of the perfect storm?
February 23rd 2021As the 2020-2021 influenza season loomed, many in health care worried that the seasonal disease would add to the extraordinary burden of coronavirus disease 2019 and create a perfect storm. Have various prevention strategies helped prevent this potential issue?