Pulmonology
News
Early pneumonia linked with later asthma and wheeze
Key clinical point: Lower respiratory illness in childhood is associated with later development of asthma and wheeze that can persist into...
Commentary
Selling the better mousetrap
Commentary
The 2014 AAP COID update on palivizumab
News
Reslizumab aces pivotal trials in asthma with eosinophilia
Key clinical point: A monoclonal antibody against interleukin-5 significantly reduced the frequency of clinical asthma exacerbations in an...
News
Breastfeeding-related changes in gut bacteria protect against childhood allergy
Key clinical point: Breastfeeding helps to alter the gut microbiome of infants, protecting them from pet allergies in childhood.
ID Consult
It’s time to take a stand against vaccine refusers
News
Napping may compromise night sleep in children 2 years and older
Key clinical point: For clinicians treating sleep problems among preschool-age children, investigation of napping patterns may be prudent. Major...
News
Flu vaccine induces antibodies that help fight H7N9
News
Secondhand smoke remains problematic in the United States
News
Teen screen and electronic use linked to less sleep
Key clinical point: Teens who frequently use electronic devices before bedtime get less sleep. Major finding: At least 4 hours of total daily...
Guidelines
Guideline clarifies first-line treatment for allergic rhinitis
Key clinical point: First-line treatment for allergic rhinitis should include intranasal steroids and second-generation oral antihistamines, and...