Miranda Hester

A visit with a pediatric clinician is an ideal time to ensure that a teenager knows the correct information, has the opportunity to make certain contraceptive choices, and instill the knowledge that the pediatric office is a safe place to come for help.

Pediatric patients taking 4 or more medications were more likely to experience medication errors.

Current data about naloxone use in pediatric populations is extrapolated from adult studies.

High-dose haloperidol and aprepitant were both associated with emergency department discharge.

A conversation on best practices for helping a child who is thinking of transitioning to another gender.

In Taiwan, a recent study examined whether mothers who had food safety–related risk perceptions of mercury led to lower exposure in mother and child.

While antibiotic dosing was correct, therapy duration was frequently inappropriate.

Contemporary Pediatrics sat down with one of our newest editorial advisory board members: Vivian P. Hernandez-Trujillo, MD, FAAP, FAAAAI, FACAAI to discuss what led to her career in medicine and what she thinks the future holds for pediatrics.

The US Food and Drug Administration has considered the banning of menthol products in an attempt to reduce tobacco use among adolescents. An investigation offers insight into how such bans impact the use of such products.

A look at a recently presented study on improving 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine uptake in groups that are at high risk.

When an infant presents with fractures that suggest possible abuse, but appears to be neurologically fine, clinicians should make sure to rule out occult head injury. A report looks at whether many children’s hospitals are routinely following this guidance.

Previous investigation has shown that common measurements and tools may not be as accurate in non-White patients as they are in White patients. A new investigation dives into whether pulse oximetry falls into this category.

Helen C. Wang, MD, shares key takeaways from the session she co-presented at PAS 2022.

In the latest episode of our podcast series, Jessica L. Peck, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, CNE, CNL, FAANP, FAAN shares why she got into medicine, the myths of pediatric, and what the future may hold for the specialty.

The Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) annual meeting returns to in person attendance starting today. Executive director Eileen Fenton shares what attendees can expect.

Families often turn to supplementation to ensure that children are getting the necessary nutrients. A new poll finds out what dietary concerns parents have and what type of supplements they give to their children.

The loss of a parent as a child is a traumatic experience. Exposure to trauma can impact a variety of outcomes. A report examines whether parental loss can adversely affect a child’s performance in school.

A multicenter investigation provides information on the prevalence and incidence of patchy hair loss in children, also known as alopecia areata.

Telehealth became a helpful way for patients to receive care during the pandemic. A recent report examines how the use of telehealth varied across subspecialties.

It's a hallmark of atopic dermatitis, but isn't always easy to assess. A presentation at the Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis meeting looks at available tools.

An abstract presented at the Revolutionizing Atopic Dermatitis meeting discussed the impact of treatment with dupilumab on the quality of life for children aged 6 months to 5 years with atopic dermatitis, as well as their caregivers.

The importance of accurate medical information has been underscored by 2 years of COVID-19 misinformation that has eroded trust in public health agencies and medical practitioners. A new report shows how mothers are being exposed to fluoride information and misinformation.

Dr. Paller discusses the findings of the clinical trial examining the long-term effects of ixekizumab for treating psoriasis in children.

The final episode in our podcast series on atypical anorexia discusses fat bias in health care and its impact on diagnosis and when pushback against diagnosis happens.

For extremely preterm infants, mother’s own milk may be helpful for preventing poor postnatal growth and some morbidities.

An investigation examines whether a treatment of hydrocortisone could lead to a reduction in moderate to severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia and neurodevelopmental outcomes at age 2 years.

Was the spike in pediatric cases during the Delta wave of COVID-19 linked to an increase in severe illness? A report offers some answers.

Mental health concerns for children have been greatly exacerbated by the pandemic. A new poll asked parents about their experiences with their teenager’s mental health.

Creating a heterogenous cohort in pediatric clinical trials aids in the generalizing of the results and helps ensure that data of efficacy and safety are more accurate. A report looks at data from the past 10 years to see how often race/ethnicity are reported and whether there has been improved inclusion of non-White children.

A look at the way that skin may react to COVID-19 and the vaccine for the disease.