Pediatrics
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Ruxolitinib cream for atopic dermatitis is in regulatory home stretch
Topical JAK inhibitor displayed dual mechanisms of benefit in pivotal trials.
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Comic books help explain type 1 diabetes to all ages
Overcoming the challenges in managing type 1 diabetes can sometimes feel like an unappreciated superpower.
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Pediatric TB – more work needed, especially with HIV-coinfection
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Novel oral agent effective in teens with atopic dermatitis
Teens who received abrocitinib along with medicated topical therapy showed significant improvement in the severity of their AD at the end of the...
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Heavier girls hit hormonal puberty earlier, but develop breasts later
Reproductive hormone levels increased earlier in girls with overweight or obesity, compared with those with normal weight.
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Data on atopic dermatitis risk factors are accumulating
“The list of culprits is ever increasing,” Dr. Zelma Chiesa Fuxench said.
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Emerging treatments for molluscum contagiosum and acne show promise
"The treatment of molluscum is still an unmet need," Dr. Kircik said.
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COVID-19 vaccination recommended for rheumatology patients
The threat posed by COVID-19 for people with rheumatic diseases outweighs concerns about vaccination against SARS-CoV-2, says the American College...
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7 key changes: The 2021 child and adolescent immunization schedules
There are few changes this year, mostly minor.
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New cases of child COVID-19 drop for fifth straight week
Weekly cases fall to a level not seen since late October and new deaths drop below double digits.