Autism Triggers Nonverbal Manifestation of GI Symptoms in Children
Developmental and behavioral functioning often associated with children diagnosed with ASD may be linked to a nonverbal manifestation of gastrointestinal symptoms.
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Evaluating COVID-19 Trends in School-Aged Children
The CDC examines trends in the weekly incidence of COVID-19 among school-aged children to inform decisions about reopening schools and preventing community spread of COVID-19.
Severe, Poorly Controlled Pediatric Asthma Worsened by Allergen Sensitization
Children with severe or poorly controlled asthma with allergen sensitization have been shown to experience more asthma exacerbations and use more oral corticosteroids compared with those without allergen sensitization.
Comparing Clinical Features of Seasonal Influenza and COVID-19 in Children
Researchers conducted a retrospective cohort study to compare characteristics of children with a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19, seasonal influenza A, and influenza B.
Adolescents Not Receiving Guidance From Primary Care Providers on Adult Health Care
Research conducted by the CDC concludes that the majority of adolescents, especially those aged 12 to 14 years, are not receiving comprehensive health care transition planning by their primary care provider.
Are Epidurals Linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder? New Study Says Maybe, The Medical Community Says No
Several medical organizations are advocating for clinical practice to remain unchanged after a study suggested a link between maternal epidurals and autism spectrum disorder in offspring.
Only Two-Thirds of Parents Planning to Get Flu Shots for Their Children
One-third of parents say they will forgo the flu vaccination for their children this year, despite public health recommendations.
FDA: Diphenhydramine Overdoses Linked to New Social Media Challenge
Diphenhydramine when taken at higher than recommended doses can lead to serious health complications.
Labor Epidural Analgesia May Be Linked to ASD Risk in Offspring
A clinical diagnosis of ASD was the main outcome of the study.
Pediatric Alopecia Areata Correlates With Autoimmune and Metabolic Disorders
The prevalence of comorbidities in pediatric patients with alopecia areata was determined, using a large de-identified aggregated patient database.
Aggression Prevention Team Successful in Attenuating Violent Behavior
A rapid response team was assembled and trained to intervene early and de-escalate situations involving mental health patients.
Medication Misuse Education for Nurses Has the Potential to Contribute to Harm Reduction
A team of researchers created a quality improvement project in a healthcare organization to help psychiatric nurses understand the risks associated with medications prone to misuse.
Majority of Pediatric Primary Care Providers Do Not Screen for Developmental Delays
Primary care clinicians indicated the importance of screening for developmental delays but often did not meet recommended screening requirements.
Maternal Depression, Poverty Status Associated With Infant Anxiety
Researchers sought to determine the prevalence of potential affective and anxiety disorders of children born prematurely to mothers with depression, families in poverty, or teen mothers.
FDA Announces Measures to Continue the Decline of Youth Electronic Cigarette Use
The FDA has implemented a premarket review process for e-cigarette products in an effort to continue the decline of youth e-cigarette use in the US.
Children’s Routine Care Plummets During Pandemic
There has been a steep drop in routine medical care for low-income children in the United States during the pandemic.
How to Mitigate the Pandemic’s Impact on Young Children, Those With Special Needs
Establishing set routines and using visual materials to explain new situations are key ways to reduce pandemic-related anxiety in young children.
Comorbid ADHD More Prevalent in Boys, Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder
A retrospective study was conducted to evaluate the demographic predictors of ADHD in hospitalized children with ASD and the impact of comorbidities on length of stay.
Single-Dose Nirsevimab Provides Season-Long RSV Protection for Preterm Infants
Single-dose nirsevimab successfully reduced rates of respiratory syncytial virus-associated lower respiratory infections and hospitalizations in pre-term infants.
Early Evidence Suggests No Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 Through Breast Milk
Preliminary evidence suggests infants are unlikely to become infected with SARS-CoV-2 via breast milk.
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