'Medium' Dose of Common ADHD Drug Most Effective for Kids

Clinicians are being warned against overtreating children with methylphenidate, and to focus on neurocognitive function over behavior, based on results of a new meta-analysis.

U.S. doctors' group says just stop vaping as deaths, illnesses rise

The American Medical Association on Monday urged Americans to stop using electronic cigarettes of any sort until scientists have a better handle on the cause of 450 lung illnesses and at least five deaths related to the use of the products.

Prolonged antibiotic treatment may alter preterm infants' microbiome

NIH-funded research finds evidence of antibiotic-resistant gut bacteria.

Sublingual Immunotherapy Safely Desensitizes Pediatric Peanut Allergies

Extended therapy for up to five years safe, shows evidence of immune modulation

Updated Recommendations, Levels of Care Categorized for Pediatric ICUs

Three levels of care include community-based, tertiary, and quaternary or specialized PICUs

Surgeon General Releases Advisory on Marijuana's Damaging Effects on the Developing Brain

Encourages youth and pregnant women not to use marijuana

New Tool Shows Promise for Diagnosing TB in HIV-Infected Children

A score based on the Xpert MTB/RIF assay and easy-to-collect clinical and imaging features could enable early treatment decisions for many HIV-infected children with tuberculosis (TB), researchers say.

New Algorithm Can Help Predict Sudden-Death Risk in Kids With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Researchers have developed a new model to predict the individualized risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD) in children with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Pureed peanuts advised for infants to stave off allergy

Feeding pureed peanut products regularly to babies before their first birthday could reduce their risk of developing peanut allergies later on, doctors advise.

Most Teen Cannabis Users Have Used Cannabis Concentrate

Concentrate users more likely to use other substances

Pediatric non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: current perspectives on diagnosis and management (Journal article)

This article aimed to summarize recent insights into NAFLD diagnosis and treatment in children, with a focus on possible future perspectives in pediatric research.

As-Needed Inhaler Use an Option for Children With Mild Asthma

Study in African-American children shows symptom-based adjustment of inhaled corticosteroids is feasible

Most HPV-Linked Cancers Due to Types Targeted by 9vHPV Vaccine

In 2012 to 2016, 92 percent of cancers attributable to HPV due to HPV types targeted by 9vHPV vaccine

Pediatric Death Higher in EDs with Lower Pediatric Readiness

Critically ill children who present to emergency departments with lower pediatric readiness have a greater risk for death, a study found.

Phase 2 Studies Find Rivaroxaban Safe for Pediatric VTE

Body weight-adjusted rivaroxaban is safe for treating children with venous thromboembolism (VTE), according to the results of three new phase 2 studies.

1 in 8 Teen Girls Has Faced 'Reproductive Coercion'

A staggering number of teen girls are experiencing an insidious form of relationship abuse: reproductive coercion.

Flu Vaccine Recommendations Updated by CDC

The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) continues to recommend routine yearly influenza vaccination for everyone aged 6 months or older who has no contraindications, according to updated recommendations for the 2019-2020 influenza season.

Coverage With HPV Vaccine Continuing to Increase in Boys

Teens whose parents received a provider recommendation had higher coverage with HPV vaccine

Tuberculosis Rates for U.S. Children Are Low and Declining

Disparities persist by race, ethnicity, geography; incidence higher for those living in U.S.-affiliated islands

Bacteremic UTI in Infants Can Be Managed With Shorter-Course Parenteral Antibiotics

Recurrent urinary-tract infections (UTIs) are no more frequent among infants with bacteremic UTI who receive shorter versus longer parenteral antibiotic treatment, according to a retrospective study.