In case you missed it: August 2 to 6
It was a very busy week for the Contemporary Pediatrics team.
This week’s top articles included:
Identity-based bullying linked to poorer health outcomes
Bullying due to a marginalized identity is a sad fact of life for far too many children and teenagers. A study examines how such bullying can lead to poorer health.
Does vitamin D supplementation improve asthma control?
Vitamin D supplement use has been suggested to improve a variety of health outcomes. A report investigates whether it can aid in providing better asthma control.
Impact of neighborhood disadvantage on a child’s brain
Neighborhood disadvantage can lead to suboptimal health outcomes in children. Is this true for brain structure and neurocognition?
Streptococcal infection is common trigger for HSP
A study looks into triggers for Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP).
Having "the talk" with teen patients
June 17th 2022A visit with a pediatric clinician is an ideal time to ensure that a teenager knows the correct information, has the opportunity to make certain contraceptive choices, and instill the knowledge that the pediatric office is a safe place to come for help.
Meet the Board: Vivian P. Hernandez-Trujillo, MD, FAAP, FAAAAI, FACAAI
May 20th 2022Contemporary Pediatrics sat down with one of our newest editorial advisory board members: Vivian P. Hernandez-Trujillo, MD, FAAP, FAAAAI, FACAAI to discuss what led to her career in medicine and what she thinks the future holds for pediatrics.
