Tag: Kids: Misc.
~2,300 Pediatric Injuries From Ceiling Fans Seen in U.S. EDs Each Year
Risk for injury by being lifted or tossed up by caregiver was increased for children younger than 3 years
Pandemic Tied to Greater Weight Gain in Youths 10 to 12 Years Old
Effects of the pandemic on weight gain were most pronounced in low-income youth
AAP Addresses Management of Pediatric Mental, Behavioral Health Emergencies
Recommendations include increase in research funding to screen and identify those at risk, connect with resources
Gut Microbiota Influences Survival After Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant
Diversity and composition of gut microbiota before transplantation associated with survival
Neighborhood Disadvantage Not Tied to Severe Sleep Apnea in Children
However, there was an association seen between obesity and severe obstructive sleep apnea in children
More Health Problems Seen for Latino Children in States With Systemic Inequity
Odds of chronic physical health condition, at least two mental health conditions increased for those residing in states with higher levels of systemic inequity
Resources Needed for Pediatric Preventive Cardiology Programs
Biggest challenges for programs included lack of clinical resources, financial sustainability, lack of patient adherence
Antibiotics Show Little Benefit in Children Without Nasopharyngeal Bacterial Pathogens
Findings show greater benefit in symptom resolution with detected bacterial pathogens but not color of nasal discharge
Leading U.S. Pediatricians’ Group Reaffirms Support for Gender-Related Care for Minors
While the American Academy of Pediatrics reaffirmed its support for the treatments, it will also conduct an exhaustive review of the research
Lead Exposure in Utero or in Childhood Tied to Higher Risk for Criminal Behavior
However, authors say more studies are needed to quantify magnitude of risk
