Child care
Risk and Phenotype of Multisystem Inflammatory Syn
Risk and Phenotype of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Danish Children Examined Before and During Omicron Wave

Danish children, both vaccinated and unvaccinated, face varying risks and phenotypes of multisystem inflammatory syndrome during the Omicron wave, highlighting the complex interplay between vaccination status and disease severity in pediatric populations.

Februery 2023

Firearms Identified as Leading Cause of Death in Y
Firearms Identified as Leading Cause of Death in Young People in the US

Firearms emerge as the leading cause of death in young people in the US, with homicides accounting for nearly two-thirds of youth gun deaths, prompting urgent attention to firearm-related violence prevention strategies.

Februery 2023

Striking a Balance in Salt Consumption
Striking a Balance in Salt Consumption

Overly restrictive salt consumption may have adverse outcomes, particularly affecting younger individuals and those from Black and other ethnic backgrounds.

Februery 2023

Largest Study to Date Reports Long COVID Symptoms
Largest Study to Date Reports Long COVID Symptoms in Children up to 14 Years Old

Long COVID symptoms are documented in children up to 14 years old in the largest study conducted to date, highlighting the need for comprehensive follow-up care for pediatric COVID-19 survivors.

Februery 2023

Disparities in Retinoblastoma Mortality Highlight
Disparities in Retinoblastoma Mortality Highlight Global Health Inequities

Children in low-income countries face a stark reality as they are 16 times more likely to succumb to retinoblastoma, the most common eye cancer, shedding light on the urgent need for improved access to healthcare and resources worldwide.

Februery 2023

FDA Experts Back mRNA Vaccines for Children Ages 6
FDA Experts Back mRNA Vaccines for Children Ages 6 Months to 5 Years

A panel of FDA experts endorses mRNA vaccines for children aged 6 months to 5 years as a critical step towards expanding pediatric vaccination efforts and curbing the spread of COVID-19 among young children.

Februery 2023

Childhood Hepatitis and Adenovirus Incidence Unrel
Childhood Hepatitis and Adenovirus Incidence Unrelated, Recent Study Finds

Recent research indicates no significant increase in the incidence of childhood hepatitis or adenovirus infections, dispelling any notion of a causal relationship between the two conditions and highlighting the need for continued surveillance of pediatric viral illnesses.

Februery 2023

Road Safety Enhancements Could Save Half a Million
Road Safety Enhancements Could Save Half a Million Lives Annually Worldwide

Improvements in road safety measures have the potential to prevent approximately half a million deaths annually worldwide, with particular benefits for the youngest and poorest populations disproportionately affected by road traffic injuries.

Februery 2023

Health Examination Guidelines for Children and Ado
Health Examination Guidelines for Children and Adolescents with Down Syndrome

Guidelines for health examinations in children and adolescents diagnosed with Down syndrome aim to improve the care and management of individuals with this genetic condition, addressing their unique healthcare needs and promoting optimal health outcomes.

Februery 2023

Pharmacokinetic Insights into Ciprofloxacin Treatm
Pharmacokinetic Insights into Ciprofloxacin Treatment for Complicated Urinary Tract Infection in Children

Serum and urinary pharmacokinetics of ciprofloxacin are documented in children with complicated urinary tract infection, providing valuable insights into drug dosing and optimization strategies for this patient population.

January 2023