Tag: Kids: Misc.
Asthma Risk Up Slightly for Planned C-Section Children
But second study finds countries with low C-section rates had higher mortality rates for infants, mothers
November 2015 Briefing – Pediatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pediatrics for November 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
Having a Dog in the Home Can Ease Children’s Anxiety Levels
Children with pets less likely to test positive for anxiety than those without
AAP Provides Guidance on Pediatric Peri-Op Anesthesia
Guidance relates to care team, resources committed to patient care, pediatric-specific techniques
Melatonin May Improve Sleep in Children With Atopic Dermatitis
Children taking melatonin fell asleep about 21 minutes sooner than those taking placebo
Exposure to Maternal Diabetes Impacts Youth Glycemic Control
Exposure to maternal diabetes in pregnancy linked to poorer glycemic control and β-cell function
RSNA: Brain Response to Food Odors Different in Obese Children
Food smells elicit stronger reactions in heavier children, small study finds
Factors ID’d That Predict Antibiotic Rx in Pediatric URI
Non-pediatrician clinicians, white race/ethnicity, age 12 to 18 years predict antibiotic prescription
Germline Mutations ID’d in 8.5 Percent of Children With Cancer
Germline mutations found in cancer-predisposing genes of 8.5 percent of 1,120 children, teens
Prenatal PFOA Exposure Linked to Excess Weight in Children
However, more research needs to be done to show cause-and-effect
