October 13th, 2026Pediatricians can build patient trust through better communicationTodd Wolynn, MD, MMM, FAAP, explains how pediatricians can address misinformation through empathetic communication and community engagement.Read more
November 2nd, 2026First pediatric flu death of the 2026-27 seasonCDC confirmed the first pediatric flu death of 2026-27, linked to H1N1, as early flu activity rises in 2026.Read more
October 29th, 2026West Nile virus at 5-year high in California: Protecting childrenWith California WNV activity at a 5-year high, CHLA outlines age-based repellent and bite-prevention guidance for children.Read more
October 23rd, 2026Managing infection risks in children on biologic therapiesJohanna Chang, MD, offers guidance on vaccination, infection prophylaxis, and clinical warning signs in children receiving biologic therapies.Read more
October 15th, 2026DTaP 96% effective against pertussis in Alaska outbreakCompleting the DTaP primary series was 96.2% effective against pertussis in Alaska children aged 6 months to 6 years during a record 2024 outbreak.Read more
October 7th, 2026What pediatricians should do when facing a malpractice lawsuitAt AAP 2026, Stephen Bondi, JD, MD, FAAP, outlined steps pediatricians should take after receiving notice of a malpractice claim.Read more
October 6th, 2026Patient relationships may play key role in reducing pediatric malpractice riskStephen Bondi, JD, MD, FAAP, discusses pediatric malpractice risks and the importance of relationships and communication when adverse events occur.Read more
October 5th, 2026Clinician-reported misinformation tracking guides pediatric educationA clinician-reported misinformation tracker at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia found vaccines accounted for 53.8% of 234 entries and informed education on 28 topics.Read more