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).