Pediatrics
Conference Coverage
Meta-analysis confirms probiotics’ pediatric safety and efficacy
ORLANDO – Use of two well-studied strains can reduce pain in a clinically meaningful way.
News
ACOG advises against vaginal seeding
The practice should only be performed as part of an approved research protocol.
News
Vaccination program cut hospital-treated RV gastroenteritis in young children
A Finnish rotavirus vaccination program more than paid for itself in secondary health care costs.
Conference Coverage
Sorting out syncope signs and symptoms in kids remains essential
CHICAGO – A new guideline from the ACC, AHA, and HRS offer guidance to discern syncope from other causes of chest pain.
Conference Coverage
Rectal swabs concurred with stool tests in children with GI illness
SAN DIEGO – Appears to be a good substitute for a bulk stool sample.
Conference Coverage
Physical inactivity in youth is an independent risk factor for schizophrenia
PARIS – Nonparticipation in organized sports tied to 4.88-fold increased risk of developing the disorder.
News
Tdap during pregnancy, or before, offers infants pertussis protection
Many women still don’t receive Tdap during pregnancy.
Article
8 viral exanthems of childhood
Some share features, making them difficult to distinguish. Others may not be on your radar. Here we review 8 you’re likely to see or need to...
Conference Coverage
ADHD meds don’t raise seizure risk in epilepsy patients
Seizure risk was actually significantly lower for individual patients while on ADHD medication.
Conference Coverage
Make teen suicide screenings a part of everyday practice
You could be saving a life.