Contemporary Pediatrics - Practical Information for Today's Pediatrician

North Olmsted, Ohio
Joined April 2012
In a recent study, #eviction was associated with poor health and development outcomes in infants and toddlers. buff.ly/3rxp7O5
In a new statement, the @AmerAcadPeds outlines the importance of #immunization information systems. buff.ly/3xUyqLt
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A previously healthy 11-year-old boy presents with purpuric #macules and #papules symmetrically distributed on his buttocks and upper and lower extremities. What’s the diagnosis? buff.ly/3y06bef
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Throughout human history, #technology has shaped every aspect of how we live and has allowed us to live longer, healthier lives. Read how technological advances in #pediatrics are transitioning the specialty into a new normal. buff.ly/3DXDZg0
In a recent report, the @AmerAcadPeds offered updated guidance for treating and managing #headlice. buff.ly/3DTOcdn
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In 2 recent phase 3 trials, safety and efficacy was proven in the use of #roflumilast cream 0.3% for the treatment of #plaquepsoriasis. buff.ly/3xTIggJ
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Results of the TARGET trial provide insight into the effects of tight glycemic targets versus less tight targets on maternal and perinatal outcomes among women with #gestationaldiabetes. buff.ly/3Sfhis1
Children regularly engaged in physical activities had significantly better visual and stereoacuity than those who reported moderate, light or no activity. buff.ly/3Cdwm3P
Hospitalized children treated with early #oseltamivir (Tamiflu, Gilead Sciences) for #influenza had a shorter stay and were less likely to be transferred to an intensive care unit or require other treatment. buff.ly/3C1HUqI
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Sodium thiosulfate has been approved by the @US_FDA to treat ototoxicity in pediatric patients with localized, non-metastatic solid tumors. buff.ly/3fbJw8f
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After promising outcomes in an ongoing phase 2 trial, the @US_FDA has given @pfizer's GBS6 vaccine Breakthrough Therapy Designation against Group B #Streptococcus in infants. buff.ly/3R8muML
Investigators found that women in states with child abuse or mandated reporting policies were less likely to visit #prenatal care and #postpartum health care. buff.ly/3fcba4U
Many children continue to use #melatonin for years after being prescribed the medication, according to a recent study. buff.ly/3dDj9I4
Bluebird bio has announced that their #SKYSONA therapy has been approved for pediatric use by the @US_FDA. buff.ly/3faEEjV
Medtronic has announced that their LINQ II system was given clearance for use in pediatric patients aged over 2 years by the @US_FDA. buff.ly/3DFYYUe
In a recent study, it was found that access to #contraceptive services declined during the #COVID19 pandemic. buff.ly/3qX2an6
A recent poll from CS Mott Children’s Hospital showed a large percentage of parents have noticed their children experience negative feelings toward their body image. buff.ly/3S3U1cq
In a recent study, rate of ankle #arthritis did not differ significantly between children with JIA and children without JIA. buff.ly/3DBb4hD
The @AmerAcadPeds intends on opening a center which will allow the organization to help youths navigate through #socialmedia, improving mental wellbeing and creating healthier social media use. buff.ly/3Sf4dOU
USPSTF issues first recommendation statement on type 2 #diabetes screening in children and adolescents. buff.ly/3Up0TCJ