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The impact of vaccines on long COVID-19Research suggests that COVID-19 vaccination may serve a therapeutic effect, possibly reducing the risk of developing long COVID when administered to those currently infected.
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What’s new in children’s drugsThis past year has seen several important new drug approvals and labeling updates for children. Here is what you should know.
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Recommendations for compounded hand sanitizers during COVID-19The COVID-19 pandemic led to a shortage of hand sanitizers and a push to make up the gap with compounded hand sanitizer ensued. Recommendations were released to ensure their efficacy.
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How one child’s tragedy is making us reconsider our approach to drowning preventionA pediatrician and a mother share sobering lessons learned regarding water safety for children.
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Bad to the bone: A case of altered mental statusA 5-year-old female with no significant past medical history presented to the emergency department in 2016 with altered mental status, decreased activity, fever, and decreased oral intake. What's the diagnosis?
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2-year-old boy with atopic dermatitis flare on legsA healthy 2-year-old boy with atopic dermatitis developed intermittent flares of eczematous patches on his legs with dramatic sparing below the sock line following meals. What is the diagnosis?
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Fever and facial swelling in a neonateAn 18-day-old girl whose right cheek had become increasingly red and warm over 24 hours was directly admitted to an inpatient unit. She had firmness and pain to the affected area, fussiness, increased sleeping, and poor feeding, preferring the bottle to breastfeeding. What's the diagnosis?
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Biologics to the rescue: changing the treatment paradigm in juvenile idiopathic arthritisThe introduction of novel biologic agents has revolutionized the treatment of the disease in recent years.
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Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis: Considerations and Challenges With Oral TherapiesPeter A. Lio, MD, describes the challenges pediatric patients face with oral therapies for atopic dermatitis, focusing on ease of administration and patient adherence.
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A case of terra firma—forme dermatosisDuring the evaluation of a healthy 7-year-old boy, an asymptomatic brown “dirt-like” rash is found on the anterior neck. It has progressed over the last 2 months and does not clear with routine bathing and aggressive scrubbing by his mother with soap and water.
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Assessing COVID-19’s impact: Adolescent psychosocial functioning and suicidal ideation in outpatient pediatric practiceThe long-term impact of COVID-19 on mental health may not be known for years, but right now it's vital to assess mental health in teenagers to help them get the help they may require.
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How technology can ease provider burnout and improve patients’ health care experienceFrom AI-powered symptom checking to virtual intake tools, recent technological advances hold promise for enhancing care delivery.
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Making telehealth work in 5 stepsThere are barriers to telehealth adoption that physicians must overcome to realize the technology’s promise.
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Dermatologic differences in a diverse populationUnderstanding the difference in biology and clinical presentations of cutaneous conditions in different skin types is critical for health care professionals to treat a diverse population.
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What you need to know about the albuterol shortagesManufacturers, hospitals, and clinicians are working quickly to address the shortages of this crucial inhalation solution.
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Best practices on discussing birth control for adolescentsCounseling patients about methods of contraception and increasing access to care can help address unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.
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FDA approves scoliosis correction system for pediatric idiopathic scoliosisThe REFLECT Scoliosis Correction System from Globus Medical is intended to correct progressive scoliosis in pediatric patients while simultaneously maintaining stability and motion as well as allowing for future modulated growth.
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The weaponization of false allegations of abuseHow can one parent weaponize allegations of abuse and how can it damage a child’s mental health?
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The Future of COVID-19 VaccineTina Tan, MD, and Sean O’Leary, MD, discuss the future of COVID-19 vaccines and the possibility of a combination vaccine.
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Dangers of the TikTok Benadryl challengeTeenagers lulled into ingesting large amounts of diphenhydramine through social media are facing serious health consequences.
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Newborn’s rash involves eyes and noseA healthy 11-day-old male infant is brought to the pediatric clinic for evaluation of rash. The rash started with a 2-mm papule on the left medial epicanthal fold 4 days before the clinic visit. A day before coming to the clinic, the rash had spread to the upper left eyelid and the nasal bridge. What's the diagnosis?
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Managing genital and pelvic pain in young patientsPart 2 in a series on emergencies in pediatric and adolescent gynecology.
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Less is more: Use the shortest effective duration of antibioticsFollow best practices when prescribing antibiotics in the pediatric population
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Guiding principles in managing pediatric mental health issuesPrimary care clinicians play an essential role as first responders to children’s emotional and behavioral problems.
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Best practices on discussing birth control for adolescentsCounseling patients about methods of contraception and increasing access to care can help address unplanned pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.
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Dermatologic differences in a diverse populationUnderstanding the difference in biology and clinical presentations of cutaneous conditions in different skin types is critical for health care professionals to treat a diverse population.
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A case of lime diseaseA 17-year-old boy presents with linear brown spots on his abdomen and chest that developed when he was on a beach vacation with his family the week prior. What's the diagnosis?
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An adolescent female with abdominal pain and tachycardiaA female aged 13 years with morbid obesity and recent hospitalization for pyelonephritis presents with abdominal pain, tachycardia, and shortness of breath. What's the diagnosis?
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The 2022 coding guideWhat you need to know to avoid claim denials and to maximize practice revenue.
