What's new on Contemporary Pediatrics: January 31 to February 4
A look at what to expect from Contemporary Pediatrics this week
Conventional wisdom says that placebos only work when patients are unaware that they are receiving one, but research in adults shows that isn't always true. An investigation examines whether children with certain gut disorders can be helped with open-label placebos.
Unintentional drug overdoses continue to rise, but most studies of the impact on mortality have focused on adults. Some new research provides insight into how much is lost when teenagers and young adults die from drug overdoses.
Plus, a look at how depression impacts the quality of life for children who have celiac disease.
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.
