In case you missed it: June 14 to June 18
It was a very busy week for the Contemporary Pediatrics team.
This week’s top articles included:
With the joy of summer and easing of some COVID-19 restrictions, children and families are eager to be outdoors and active. Sadly, accidents, many of which are preventable, are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children and teenagers.
Impact of ultraprocessed foods on future adiposity
An investigation examines whether ultraprocessed foods are linked to worse adiposity trajectories than diets with less processed foods.
How one child’s tragedy is making us reconsider our approach to drowning prevention
A pediatrician and a mother share sobering lessons learned regarding water safety for children.
Comparing delivery room respiratory support for extremely preterm infants
An investigation looks into whether a new respiratory support system reduces intubation or death in the delivery room.
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.
