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A third dose of measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended in cases of mumps outbreak in which transmission is sustained despite high two-dose MMR coverage

Third Dose of MMR Vaccine Can Help Control Mumps Outbreaks

CDC advised third dose in recent outbreak with transmission despite high two-dose coverage
A simple hearing test may help identify young children at risk for autism before they're old enough to speak

Hearing Impairment May Be an Early Indicator of Autism

Researchers identify inner-ear problem that might impair speech development
Nearly 80 percent of children with epilepsy also have other health conditions

Most Children With Epilepsy Have Other Health Issues

GI disorders, headaches, attention-deficit disorder among the common comorbid conditions

July 2016 Briefing – Pediatrics

Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pediatrics for July 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
European health systems are requiring an increase in cost-sharing measures for patients 50 years of age and older

European Countries Implementing Cost-Sharing

Some financial protections are in place for poorer populations
As trampoline parks spring up across the United States

Injuries Up As Trampoline Parks Become More Popular

Fractures, sprains the most common injuries
Early mortality is the most common outcome among children born with trisomy 13 or 18

Early Mortality for Most Infants With Trisomy 13, 18

Among those undergoing surgery, first-year survival rates are high
The capitated payment breakeven rate has been calculated for a mid-size pediatric practice

Breakeven Rate Estimated for Mid-Size Pediatric Practice

Breakeven per-member per-month rate increases with increasing staffing ratio
Getting U.S. teens out of the driver's seat before midnight would reduce their risk of fatal crashes

CDC Calls for Tighter Restrictions on Teen Nighttime Driving

Midnight cut-off is too late to help; 10 p.m. would prevent more injuries
Eczema have a serious impact on patients' quality of life and overall health

Eczema’s Effect on Patient Health Can Be Extensive

Patients diagnosed with eczema may have increased risk for other conditions as well