Study Characterizes Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Adults
Review shows median age of 21 years, involvement of five organ systems, and presentation four weeks after COVID-19
Blood Lead Levels Detected in Half of Children Tested
Young children with public insurance and living in communities with more pre-1950s housing and poverty at increased risk
Children’s Diet Tied to Mental Well-Being
Eating a healthy breakfast and lunch tied to better well-being scores in both primary and secondary school children
Increase in BP at Night Ups Risk for Death in Diabetes Patients
Relative to those with dip in nighttime SBP, nondippers, reverse dippers have higher prevalence of cardiac autonomic neuropathy
ASH Issues Guideline on the Use of HSCT for Sickle Cell Disease
The use of HSCT for sickle cell disease is evolving, and no randomized controlled trials were identified in the evidence review for this guideline
Racial/Ethnic Disparities ID’d in Childhood Cancer Survival
Survival disparities reduced after adjustment for health insurance and area-level socioeconomic status
PFAS Exposure in Early Pregnancy Tied to Duration of Breastfeeding
Increased serum concentrations of perfluoroalkyl substances associated with increased risk for terminating breastfeeding
Revised Guidelines Perpetuate Disparities in Lung Cancer Screening
In newly revised USPSTF guidelines, African American and Hispanic individuals continue to be less likely to be eligible for lung cancer screening
Guideline Addresses Physical Function in Cerebral Palsy Patients
Interventions to improve physical function for children, young people with cerebral palsy should include active practice of client goals
FDA Takes New Action to Improve Quality, Efficacy of Sunscreens
Proposed changes include updates to safe active ingredients and broad spectrum requirements
