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Pediatric mental health treatment exceeded prepandemic levels, with antidepressant initiation rising sharply among girls after COVID-19.

John Walkup, MD, says collaborative care, education, and psychiatric consultation can help pediatricians manage children's mental health needs.

John Walkup, MD, says pediatricians can address growing mental health needs by identifying risk factors and providing guidance early in childhood.

The AAP recommends annual flu vaccination for all children aged 6 months and older and updates antiviral guidance for the 2026–2027 season.

Infliximab or steroids may be more effective than anakinra as adjunctive therapy for children with MIS-C who do not respond to IVIG.

FDA granted priority review to Teva's ecopipam for pediatric Tourette syndrome, backed by phase 3 data showing reduced relapse risk.

Lisa Swanson, MD, describes AD as fundamentally unpredictable — a roller coaster of flares and quiet stretches that can wear down patients and families alike.

Lisa Swanson, MD, returns to diagnostic pitfalls, describing a presentation she sees often: AD in the crease of an infant's neck, which is frequently misdiagnosed as a yeast infection.

Starting antiviral therapy within 48 hours of influenza symptom onset was associated with an 81% lower hospitalization risk in children.

Permanent daylight saving time could disrupt children's circadian rhythms, affecting sleep, school performance, mood, and morning safety.

A microbial metabolite, isovalerate, and its precursor leucine restored gut barrier function in malnourished mice, a preclinical study found.

A Rutgers-led study finds teens who follow beauty influencers or watch tutorials use significantly more personal care products, many containing endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

Pediatric psychologist Jeff Temple, PhD, explains how pediatricians can help families establish healthy routines and more intentional screen use.

Ravi Jhaveri, MD, says proposed changes to the childhood vaccine schedule lack evidence and could leave vulnerable children unprotected.

Lori Handy, MD, says vaccine conversations with hesitant families should prioritize trust, follow-up, and the benefits for the individual child.

Navigate back-to-school vaccine requirements, evidence, and FAQs—plus the latest measles data and new pneumococcal options for pediatric practice.

Lori Handy, MD, says back-to-school visits give pediatricians an opportunity to revisit vaccines and address questions families encounter online.

A meta-analysis of 190 studies and 2.8 million children pinpoints eczema, delayed allergens, and antibiotics as top food allergy risks.

In 38 late preterm/early-term dyads, breast milk composition shifted by week 8 while maternal gut stayed stable, and infant gut Bifidobacterium rose.

Lisa Swanson, MD, addresses the practical barriers pediatricians face when trying to refer a patient with AD.

Lisa Swanson, MD, lays out the current JAK inhibitor landscape for pediatric AD.

New approvals and emerging data are expanding nonsteroidal topical treatment options for several chronic pediatric skin conditions.

Adverse childhood experiences may affect pediatric skin disease risk and outcomes, but researchers say evidence remains limited.

Scholar Rock says apitegromab's SMA BLA stays on track for its September 30, 2026, PDUFA date after dropping one of 2 fill-finish sites.

Executive order seeks to trim routine childhood vaccines, split combination shots, and push parent-doctor decisions—sparking debate as measles surges.

Phase 3 SMART data support the safety of clesrovimab in infants and children at increased risk for severe RSV disease across 2 seasons.

Revised Anaphylm packaging cut pouch-opening time from 17 to 3 seconds, and self-administered PK matched clinician-administered data.

A pediatric pain specialist says a dedicated procedure suite helps deliver faster, more individualized chronic pain care while restoring function.