Morgan Ebert, Executive Editor

A study presented at the American Academy of Pediatrics 2024 National Conference finds children with disabilities in foster care face lower permanency rates and higher mortality risks, calling for specialized support and interventions.

A study presented at the AAP 2024 National Conference & Exhibition finds Black infants are 40% more likely to die from congenital heart disease than White infants, highlighting persistent racial health disparities.

On average, participants treated with levacetylleucine for 12 weeks had better fSARA scores compared to when they received a placebo.

Biogen's Phase 2/3 study showed a higher dose of nusinersen improves motor function in SMA infants, with plans for regulatory submission to advance treatment.

The investigational drug demonstrated promise in mitigating hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn by blocking harmful antibodies.

A recent study finds kangaroo care boosts brain development in premature infants, showing even brief skin-to-skin contact leads to better cognitive outcomes at 1 year.

The survey report shed light on the crucial role of bedtime routines in children aged 1-6 years. The findings of the survey emphasized the significance of establishing consistent bedtime routines for children in this age group.

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The third and final episode in our series looks at what is in the pipeline as well as a discussion around FDA guidance.

The second episode in our series looks to address clinical management in a time when antimicrobial resistance appears to be growing.

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This series looks to discuss several topics around these infections including diagnosis, treatment, challenges in managing UTIs in patients with dementia and neurogenic bladders, antibiotic resistance, and considerations for patients and caregiver engagement.

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A recent poll reveals that teens primarily consume caffeine through soda, tea, coffee, and energy drinks, with parents expressing concern about the health risks associated with excessive intake.

In this Q&A, Anne Bird, MD, discusses the results of a recently published study observing the impact Rady Children's Hospital's new mental health program has had on their patients and mental health symptoms.

According to new study data presented at the 2024 Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting, dupilumab (dupixent; Sanofi and Regeneron) demonstrated positive safety and efficacy results for up to 1 year in infants and preschool-age children with atopic dermatitis.

A study recently published in Nature Mental Health found how social stress in adolescence can have long-lasting effects in female mice, with implications for postpartum depression (PPD) in humans.

A recently published study in JAMA sought to determine if there is a link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and children’s risk of developing autism, ADHD, or intellectual disabilities.

NeuroStar Advanced Therapy becomes the first and only transcranial magnetic stimulation therapy cleared by the FDA as an adjunct treatment for patients 15 years and up with depression.

IXINITY is now approved to treat all patients with the hemophilia B to help control bleeding episodes, as well as reduce the frequency of them.

Online orders began this week for the first over the over-the-counter contraceptive, Opill (norgestrel; Perrigo).

Mothers who are overweight or obese are more likely to breastfeed for shorter durations or not breastfeed at all when compared to mothers of normal weight, according to new research presented in a poster session at the NAPNAP 2024 National Conference on Pediatric Health Care in Denver, Colorado.

Results from a recent laboratory test revealed benzene was found in multiple benzoyl peroxide acne products.

The federal agencies announced the availability of additional doses of nirsevimab-alip (Beyfortus; Sanofi) for infants at high-risk of infection.

This decision makes Owlet’s Dream Sock the first and only over-the-counter medical-grade pulse oximeter that is cleared for use in infants, according to the company.

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Meghan Harrison, DO; and Brittany Perry, DO, discuss including early autism screening in the primary health care setting, following their session presented at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, held in Washington DC.

Susan J. Kressly, MD, FAAP, shares tips and aspects of her session, "How to Ensure You Will Be Paid What You’re Worth," presented at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, in this Contemporary Pediatrics® interview.

In this Contemporary Pediatrics® interview, Marian F. Earls, MD, MTS, FAAP, and Kori Flower, MD MS MPH, FAAP, discuss their session "How to Include Screening for Social Emotional Health in Your Practice," presented at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

Cassidy Foley Davelaar, DO, FAAP, CAQSM, shares some of the findings from her research on how social media affects young athletes and their body image at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.