Endocrinology
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Most early puberty symptoms are likely benign
Key clinical point: Most early puberty symptoms are benign and do not require testing or referral. Major finding: Progressive breast development...
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Changes in AAP periodicity schedule include several new screenings
Publication of an updated version of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care is in many ways a...
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Type 1 diabetes linked to excess weight gain before age 1
Extra weight gain during the first year of life is associated with an increased risk of type 1 diabetes.
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Poor pregnancy outcomes seen in teens with type 2 diabetes
Key clinical point: Pregnancies are fairly common among diabetic teens and frequently have poor outcomes. Major finding: There were high rates of...
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VIDEO: Another worry about energy drinks in kids
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WDC: Transition to adult diabetes care is tough on kids
Transitioning to adult diabetes care tripled the risk of hospital admissions for diabetic ketoacidosis, according to a Canadian study of 147...
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Metformin did not improve glycemic control in type 1 diabetes
Key clinical point: Adjunctive metformin did not improve glycemic control in overweight adolescents with type 1 diabetes. Major finding: The...
Letters from Maine
Breast milk: Good? Better? Best?
Dr. William G. Wilkoff discusses a new look at how breastfeeding is presented and promoted.
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Phone-based intervention helps drain sugary drinks from preschoolers’ diet
A smartphone intervention targeting maternal and child behavior can be effective in engaging mothers to participate, reduce their children’s sugar...
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Unsupervised, at-home closed-loop insulin delivery system
Unsupervised home use of a closed-loop insulin delivery system is feasible and safe, and more effective than sensor-augmented pump therapy for...
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ACOG: Think of menses as a vital sign in adolescents
Once girls begin menstruating, physicians should ask about the first day of the last menstrual period and the pattern of menses at every...