Youth Suicides Up With Shortage of Mental Health Professionals
Mental health workforce shortage linked to increased suicide rate and increased youth firearm suicide rate
PRIORIX, M-M-R II Vaccines Interchangeable for MMR
Either PRIORIX or M-M-R II may be administered in any situation in which MMR vaccine is indicated
Vitamin D Supplements Do Not Reduce Asthma Exacerbations Overall
Supplements reduce risk among children with low serum 25(OH)D and have beneficial effects in children with atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis
CDC: Flu Has Started Early and With a Punch
United States has already seen 38,000 hospitalizations for flu; hospitals also treating high numbers of patients with RSV and COVID-19
Study Explores Weight Terminology That Youth Prefer, Dislike
Differences in youth preferences and emotional reactions seen across sex, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, and weight status
Guidance Provided for Identifying, Managing CP in Primary Care
A patient- and family-centered care team should be established by engaging pediatricians with the family and specialists
Disparities Seen in Treatment of Middle Ear Infections in U.S. Children
Socially disadvantaged children less likely to receive treatment for recurrent or suppurative otitis media
FDA Approves First Drug to Delay Onset of Type 1 Diabetes
Tzield targets the autoimmune issues that drive the disease, rather than its symptoms
New Pfizer Booster Shot Shows Protection Against Emerging Omicron Variants
In early data, new Pfizer COVID-19 boosters marshal antibodies against newer omicron variants
FDA: Patients Should Be Cautious When Using Online Pharmacies to Buy Meds
Red flags include pharmacies that do not require a doctor's prescription or have a licensed pharmacist to answer questions
