Physician Burnout Rates Vary by Medical Specialty
Nearly half of those in critical care, neurology, family medicine, ob-gyn, internal medicine report burnout
NICU Antibiotic Use Rates Declined From 2013 to 2016
Variance in rates mostly unexplained by proven infections, other clinical indications
Maternal Holding With Glucose or Breastfeeding Best Analgesic
Breastfeeding during heel stick tied to bilateral activation of somatomotor, somatosensory cortices
Many Opportunities for Doctors Using Twitter
Twitter can be used to build networks and find potential research partners; learn about research
Social Determinants Linked to Provision of Primary Care
Strong link for social complexity with primary care indicators for prevention, chronic dz management
Personalized Weighting Could Enhance Hospital Rating Tools
Incorporating needs, values, preferences of patients would make rankings more useful to them
AAP Updates Recommendations for Pediatric Flu Vaccination
All children age 6 months and older, including teens, advised to undergo annual immunization
Adding Fish Oil in Pregnancy May Lead to Higher Child BMI
Supplementation linked to higher BMI z score at age 6 years but no higher proportion of obese children
X-Rays, Blood Tests Not Advised for Children’s Concussions
CT scans may be warranted in the case of vomiting, unconsciousness, and severe, worsening headaches
American Academy of Pediatrics Updates Car Seat Guidance
Pediatricians should facilitate implementation of the recommendations with families
