Photorefractive Keratectomy Safe, Effective for Teenagers
Visual outcomes were similar to or slightly better for teenagers aged 17 and 18 years than adults aged 19 to 40 years
FDA to Approve New Use of Cancer Drug for Autism Symptoms in Kids
Research suggests leucovorin may improve verbal communication in some children, although health leaders say that it is not a cure for autism
USDA Ends Annual Reports Tracking Hunger in America
The USDA reports have been published by both Republican and Democratic administrations for nearly 30 years
Doctors Warn Pregnant Patients to Avoid Cannabis, New Guidance Says
Researchers now know that THC, the psychoactive compound in cannabis, can cross the placenta and transfer into breast milk
Rare Flesh-Eating Bacteria Claims Fifth Life in Louisiana
Cases are on the rise across the region; state has already confirmed 26 cases this year
CDC Advisers Limit MMRV Combo Vaccine, Delay Hepatitis B Vote
The panel’s vote sparked criticism from many pediatricians and health leaders
West Coast States Issue Their Own COVID, Flu, RSV Vaccine Rules
California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington recommend COVID shots for young children, older adults and pregnant women
Radiation Exposure From Medical Imaging Linked to Hematologic Cancer Risk in Children
10.1 percent of hematologic cancers in this cohort may have been attributable to radiation exposure from medical imaging
Neonatal Male Circumcision Rates Reduced From 2012 to 2022
Findings seen despite 2012 American Academy of Pediatrics guidance in support of the practice
High Exposure to Prenatal Prescribed Opioid Analgesics Likely Not Associated With ASD Risk
Associations were largely or fully attenuated using designs other than accounting for measured confounders and in sibling comparisons
