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Infectious disease
Impact of underlying conditions on COVID-19 severity
June 15, 2021
In adults, certain health conditions were linked to a greater risk of hospitalization and severe COVID-19 infection. A report examines whether this is true in the pediatric population.
Do flu shots during pregnancy lead to adverse childhood health outcomes?
June 14, 2021
Many pregnant women are given the season influenza vaccination to provide protection for both mother and child. A study examines whether this vaccination is linked to adverse health outcomes in childhood.
Common recreational water illnesses in children
June 09, 2021
As summer approaches, many children will spend time playing in pools, water parks, lakes, rivers, and oceans. Several serious types of infections, although relatively infrequent, have been associated with recreational water activities.
ISV congress offers vaccine updates and information on hypersensitivity
June 04, 2021
The last meeting of the COVID-19 vaccine congress from the International Society for Vaccines (ISV) provided information on the hypersensitivity events tied to mRNA vaccines as well as the most recent information on the Janssen and Novavax vaccines.
Moderna announces COVID-19 vaccine is effective and safe in teens
May 25, 2021
The company has publicized data from the TeenCOVE study of the vaccine along with plans to seek authorization in the coming weeks.
Beginning to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic: What’s next?
May 21, 2021
As the COVID-19 vaccine expands to include more of the pediatric population and restrictions continue to loosen, what's going to happen now?
ACOG advisory offers latest info for COVID-19 vaccine use in pregnant and lactating patients
May 21, 2021
A recently updated Practice Advisory from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) provides an overview of the latest guidance for COVID-19 vaccination in pregnant and lactating patients.
Promoting face covering through positive reinforcement
May 21, 2021
A study examines if promoting positive behaviors including masking leads to improved face covering in children with autism spectrum disorder and/or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Are antibodies from the COVID-19 vaccine found in breast milk?
May 20, 2021
Robust secretion of SARS-CoV-2 specific IgA and IgG antibodies were found in breast milk of breastfeeding women for 6 weeks after the first of 2 vaccinations against COVID-19.
Addressing parental concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine
May 14, 2021
Contemporary Pediatrics sat down with Dr. Donna Hallas to discuss how to communicate with parents as well as how to address vaccines missed because of the pandemic.