Joshua Fitch, Senior Editor

Study results could guide future approaches to optimize service line definitions, according to the study authors.

In this article, we recap a timeline of recent federal agency changes to routine COVID-19 vaccination intended for the pediatric population.

With the new drug application accepted with priority review, the FDA has assigned a date of November 30, 2025, to complete its review for potential approval.

The hyperpolarized contrast agent for oral inhalation can now be used in patients 6 years and older, lowering the approved indication from 12 years of age.

Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN, highlights the connection between poor dietary patterns and mental health challenges in children, and offers nutrient-focused solutions.

Federal health agencies have adjusted COVID vaccine guidance, potentially changing eligibility and access for pediatric patients. Experts respond in this article.

New phase 3b durability data revealed nirsevimab reduced RSV hospitalizations in infants by 82.7% through 180 days vs no intervention.

The decision makes hydrocortisone oral solution (Khindivi; Eton Pharmaceuticals) the only FDA-approved oral formulation of hydrocortisone.

Review some of the reactions from experts about the recent FDA approval of roflumilast foam 0.3% to treat scalp and body psoriasis in patients aged 12 years or older.

Infants and toddlers with infection history were more likely to have trouble sleeping, while preschool-aged children experienced daytime tiredness.

RFK Jr. stated he "couldn't be more pleased" to announce that COVID-19 vaccination among healthy children and pregnant women has been removed from CDC's immunization schedule.

The approved indication now includes children down to 6 weeks of age to protect against invasive meningococcal disease via serogroups A, C, W, and Y.

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Roflumilast foam 0.3% trial investigator Jennifer Soung, MD, joined us to discuss the importance of this newly FDA-approved topical treatment for patients aged 12 years or older with scalp and body psoriasis.

The once-daily, steroid-free topical is now approved to treat plaque psoriasis of the scalp and body in patients aged 12 years and older.

The expanded indication follows original approval in August 2018 for use in previously-treated patients 12 years and older.

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Albuterol-budesonide (Airsupra; AstraZeneca) resulted in a 47% reduction in severe exacerbations in mild asthma vs albuterol alone.

NVX-CoV2705 is indicated for individuals aged 12 to 64 years with an underlying condition that poses high risk for severe COVID-19 outcomes.

Severe RSV disease in 2022–2023 was most likely to occur in infants under 6 months and older children with pulmonary or neurologic conditions.

Delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl (ELEVIDYS) showed significant motor function improvements in 8- to 9-year-old Duchenne muscular dystrophy patients in part 2 of the phase 3 EMBARK study.

Somapacitan was non-inferior and had a similar safety profile and clinical outcomes compared to once-daily somatropin in improving yearly growth rates.

The nearly 4000 cases in 2023 were the highest number reported in over 30 years, the Task Force stated.

The federal agency provided BioCryst Pharmaceuticals a target action date of September 12, 2025 for potential approval of berotralstat (ORLADEYO).

The administration has set a goal date of October 31 to complete a safety review, public comment period, and to take "appropriate action" in efforts to remove products from the market.

According to the agency, it is seeking public input to "determine whether existing nutrient requirements should be revised based on latest scientific data."

This FDA decision will help to improve clarity and diagnostic accuracy of echocardiograms in pediatric patients, according to GE HealthCare.

Maternal avocado consumption during pregnancy was linked to significantly lower odds of infant food allergy at 12 months.

The in vivo hematopoietic stem cell-directed therapy received rare pediatric disease and orphan drug designations earlier this year.

"Early identification of high-risk neonates may enable targeted strategies to support respiratory health," stated the study investigators.