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January 2020 Briefing – Pediatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pediatrics for January 2020. This roundup includes the latest...
Girls May Receive First Autism Diagnosis Later Than Boys
Neurological, developmental, psychiatric disorders common in those with autism spectrum disorder
Maternal Depression Tied to Atopic Dermatitis in Offspring
Association shows increased rate, more persistence, and potentially more severe symptoms
Early Treatment Tied to Less Disability With Pediatric-Onset MS
Less disability seen among those initiating disease-modifying therapy within two years of clinical onset
U.S. Spends More on Health Care, but Has Worse Life Expectancy
Compared with 10 other wealthy nations, U.S. has lower life expectancy, higher suicide rates
Fracture Rate Up in Infants With Prenatal Smoking Exposure
Risk for fractures increased before age 1, with dose-dependent pattern observed
Familial Psoriasis May Not Be Tied to Obesity
Patients with familial psoriasis were younger, had a lower BMI at diagnosis versus nonfamilial psoriasis
Family Therapy Aids Youth at High Risk for Bipolar Disorder
Times between mood episodes longer for those in family-focused therapy versus enhanced usual care
Dangerous Additives Found in Illegal Pot Vaping Products in Los Angeles
Additives include vitamin E acetate, which has been implicated in vaping-related respiratory illnesses
Gender Gap Persists in Starting Salary for Physicians
Gender differences in preferences for control over work-life balance do not account for gap in salary
