Determining whether a skin injury could be physical abuse

Christina Boull, MD, explains how pediatricians can recognize dermatologic conditions in darker skin tones and address pigment changes and treatment gaps.

Tezepelumab produced histologic remission in up to 68.9% of patients aged 12+ with EoE vs 3.5% with placebo at week 24, sustained to week 52.

Black race was the strongest predictor of T2-high inflammation in 451 children with severe asthma adjusted for social and environmental factors.

Researchers discuss how testosterone changes during early puberty may influence depression and anxiety symptoms in girls and implications for pediatricians.

A Mott Poll of 2,027 parents found 81% say having a baby costs too much; 73% strongly back state paid leave around birth.

In phase 3 SHINE-2, 50% of mirikizumab induction responders aged 6 to 17 with moderate to severe UC were in clinical remission at week 52.

Review some of the top stories from the Contemporary Pediatrics website over the last week, and catch up on anything you may have missed.

Learn when your baby is ready for solids, choose safe purees or finger foods, prevent choking, prioritize iron, and introduce allergens confidently.