New evidence changes guidelines for food allergies
January 16, 2020
Emerging evidence reveals that earlier introduction of highly allergenic foods into infants’ diets may actually lead to immune tolerance. Here’s what you should know.
Pat F. Bass III, MD, MS, MPH
Considerations for diagnosing ADHD
January 3, 2020
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and its comorbidities can pose significant challenges for children in your practice. It's imperative to know key symptoms as well as the criteria for the condition.
6 key symptoms of hyperactivity to consider for an ADHD diagnosis
November 21, 2019
When considering a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), it's important for the clinician to keep an eye out for symptoms of hyperactivity. Here are 6 key symptoms to aid in diagnosis.
9 symptoms of inattention to consider for ADHD
October 15, 2019
When considering a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), here are 9 symptoms of inattention to remember.
Looking at anesthetic neurotoxicity in pediatric sedation
October 11, 2019
Pediatricians need to have informed discussions with parents and caregivers about procedures for their children requiring sedation or general anesthesia. This evidence can help with those decisions.
5 criteria for diagnosing ADHD
October 2, 2019
When determining whether a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the correct diagnosis, here are 5 important criteria to consider.
6 phases of return-to-play following a concussion
August 12, 2019
When a student athlete wants to return to playing following a concussion, there are 6 phases that that athlete will need to follow to get pack to the field.
6 pitfalls to avoid in managing ADHD
August 7, 2019
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may affect a significant number of children in a pediatric practice. This article reviews diagnostic criteria, comorbidities, and complications of ADHD as well as pitfalls that confront the treating pediatrician.
Measles makes a comeback: What to know, what to do
July 11, 2019
Measles is once again a significant public health problem in the United States. Many pediatricians and most parents have never seen actual measles in a child, hence the urgent need to reeducate clinicians and caregivers about clinical manifestations and prevention of the disease.
How to identify and treat bullying
June 13, 2019
Bullying is a preventable health problem that has lasting impacts. Pediatricians need to screen patients for risk factors, empower families with coping skills, and advocate for antibullying resources in their communities.
