The FDA, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and National Institutes of Health (NIH) have released a consensus statement regarding premature infant nutrition and necrotizing ...

Contemporary Pediatrics' editor-in-chief Tina Tan, MD, FAAP, FIDSA, FPIDS, talks RSV immunization and the availability of prevention tools. In this video interview, Tina Tan, MD, FAAP, FIDSA, FPIDS, ...

The pediatrician's role in prescribing trofinetide for Rett syndrome ...

This decision marks the second time the FDA has issued a complete response letter (CRL) for dasiglucagon to treat hypoglycemia in patients 7 days and up with congenital hyperinsulinism. The FDA has ...

Steven Selbst, MD, discusses a recent trend in emergency medicine where non-operative management of appendicitis is being considered as an alternative to traditional surgery. At the 2024 American ...

While rates of exclusive breastfeeding have slightly increased between 2016 and 2022, they remain under the Healthy People 2030 goal. Only a slight increase in the prevalence of exclusive ...

In this Q&A, Kay Rhee, MD, medical director of the Medical Behavioral Unit and research director in the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at the University of California San Diego School of ...

Angela Chun, MEd, MD, FAAP, discusses common causes of pediatric joint pain, serious red flags, and the importance of timely diagnosis of conditions like JIA and silent uveitis. At the 2024 American ...

At the 2024 AAP National Conference, Steven Selbst, MD, highlighted the rise in accidental THC ingestions among children, urging pediatricians to counsel parents on the dangers of improperly stored ...

In this article, Colleen Sloan explores key nutrition strategies that pediatricians can confidently share with families to help their young athletes perform at their best. Carbs are good. Salt is ...

Angela Chun, MEd, MD, FAAP, shares tips on distinguishing mechanical vs inflammatory joint pain in children, emphasizing timing, activity, and key physical exam maneuvers. At the 2024 American Academy ...

New research shows US schools' violence prevention programs have stagnated, with only 1 in 10 requiring classroom discussions on bullying and harassment. While violence prevention education has seen ...