Pediatrics
Photo Challenge
Rubbery Nodule on the Face of an Infant
A 10-month-old girl presented with a facial nodule of 7 months’ duration that started as a small lesion. On physical examination, a single 10×10-...
Conference Coverage
Are your patients ready for the transition to adult care?
AUSTIN, TEX. – Effective transition handoffs are collaborative, with care plans built around what is likely to happen with the patient over time...
Conference Coverage
Too many blood cultures ordered for pediatric SSTIs
SEATTLE – Culture draws were associated with a 20% increase in hospital length of stay.
News
FDA approvals permit double-immunoassay approach to Lyme disease diagnosis
The streamlined approach to diagnosis may speed treatment of Lyme disease.
Feature
Washington State removes exemption for MMR vaccine
New law ended “personal and philosophical” objections to child immunization as of July 28.
Conference Coverage
Psychology consult for children’s skin issues can boost adherence, wellness
From the Journals
Biologics for pediatric psoriasis don’t increase infection risk
AUSTIN, TEX. – Psoriasis itself, not biologic treatment, increases the risk of serious infections in children and adolescents.
News
Hadlima approved as fourth adalimumab biosimilar in U.S.
Hadlima gets seven of Humira’s indications.
Photo Challenge
Painless Purple Streaks on the Arms and Chest
A 10-year-old boy presented with painless purple streaks on the arms and chest of 2 months' duration. The rash recurred several times per month...
News from the FDA/CDC
New measles outbreaks reported in Los Angeles and El Paso
Measles cases now have occurred in 30 states this year.
Conference Coverage
Expert shares contact dermatitis trends
AUSTIN – Dermatologists are seeing an uptick in allergic reactions to essential oils contained in “all natural” products.