NIH-funded mouse study sheds light on neural risks associated with prenatal alcohol exposure

New findings may help explain the range of behavioral and learning deficits and other symptoms.

Nutritional Guidelines for Critically Ill Children Released

Guidelines on nutritional support therapy for critically ill children were jointly released by the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) and the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM).

Single-Dose PCV13 Immunogenic, Safe in Pediatric Oncology

After vaccination, more than 70 percent had protective antibody titers for S. pneumoniae serotypes

First Pediatric Double Hand Transplant Successful

The world's first pediatric double hand transplant was performed on an 8-year-old boy and, after 18 months of follow-up, physicians are cautiously optimistic about the boy's prognosis.

Parents May Be Unclear on Teens' Vaccination Needs

More than one in three don't know when their teen's next vaccination is due, survey finds

Zika: Check All Potentially Exposed Infants for Eye Damage

Eye abnormalities may be the only sign of Zika virus exposure in infants and may be present even in those without microcephaly or other central nervous system abnormalities, a new study has found.

Empowerment Linked to HRQoL in Teen, Young Adult CA Survivors

Empowerment associated with physical, psychological, social, religious, and total HRQoL

Teens Keep Building Bone After They Stop Growing: Study

10 percent of bone mass accumulates after teens reach their adult height, making healthy habits a must

Fewer U.S. hospitals can care for children

In Massachusetts, a child who winds up in an emergency room - whether for a routine or a serious problem - is likely to be transferred to a second hospital for care, a "potentially concerning" trend that's being reported by physicians throughout the United States, researchers say.

Benefit of caffeine on preemie lungs endures into childhood

A trial that is unlikely to be repeated shows that the short-term benefit to lung function of treating preterm babies with caffeine persists to age 11.

Calculator Predicts Bipolar Spectrum Disorder in Youth at Familial Risk

A novel risk calculator identifies young people at familial risk who are likely to develop bipolar spectrum disorder (BPSD) within five years, researchers say.

Conversation Cards Encourage Weight Loss Talks

Specially designed cards can identify families' concerns and help clinicians tailor their message and interventions, the authors say.

Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Alopecia Areata Severity

Significant negative correlation with SALT score, number of patches, and disease duration

Too Many Children Not Getting Epinephrine When Needed

Findings suggest ongoing education for patients and medical care professionals needed

Bedside US Preferred as Initial Screen for Cranial Shunt Failure in Children

Bedside ultrasound assessment of the optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD) is a reasonable first step for assessing suspected acute cranial shunt failure in children, researchers report.

Molecular Differences Between Pediatric and Adult Psoriasis Plaques

The pathology of pediatric psoriasis differs from that of adult psoriasis, a finding that has implications for treatment, researchers suggest.

More evidence that outdoor time may help prevent nearsightedness

Kids who spend more time outdoors and who play sports are less likely to be near-sighted, according to a recent study in a large, diverse group of urban 6-year-olds.

Early Diagnosis, Treatment Improves Vocabulary in Kids With Hearing Loss

Children with hearing loss who receive guideline-based care build a better vocabulary than those who don't, a multi-state study suggests.

Malaria drug protects fetal mice from Zika virus, NIH-funded study finds

Blocking a key placental defense may limit maternal-fetal transmission of the virus.

Rod, Cone Function Down for Children Born Extremely Preterm

Preterm group had significantly lower amplitudes of combined rod and cone, isolated cone responses

4-Food Elimination Diet Induces EoE Remission in Children

More than 60% of children with EoE had clinical, endoscopic, histologic remission after eight weeks

FDA Approves New Drug for Sickle Cell Disease

Helps reduce painful, and sometimes life-threatening, complications of the inherited blood disorder

Allergists Concerned About Bee, Wasp Venom Extract Shortage

Facing expected season-long shortage, doctors asked to urge patients to carry epinephrine auto-injectors

The Neighborhood Sandbox: A Breeding Ground for Germs

Bacteria, parasites and other nasty surprises may be hiding in the sand