It was a very busy week for the Contemporary Pediatrics team.
This week’s top articles included:
How the pandemic impacts suicidal behavior
The loneliness and isolation of the pandemic has wreaked havoc on the mental health of many. A report examines whether this translated into more suicidal ideation and behavior.
Impact of bisphenols on asthma morbidity
Ubiquitous in consumer products like plastic food containers, bisphenols have been linked to pediatric asthma. A report examines whether the substance has ties to asthma morbidity.
Examining the adverse event potential of rituximab
Rituximab is a common immunotherapy in pediatrics. Is it linked to long-term adverse events?
The perfect storm: Influenza and RSV during the season of COVID-19
Traditional flu season has collided with the pandemic. Here’s what you need to know.
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.
Study finds reduced CIN3+ risk from early HPV vaccination
April 17th 2024A recent study found that human papillomavirus vaccination when aged under 20 years, coupled with active surveillance for cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 2, significantly lowers the risk of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 3 or cervical cancer.