A study reveals declining US neonatal mortality overall, yet highlights rising deaths from fetal malnutrition, emphasizing ongoing disparities in neonatal health outcomes.

Even low-level lead exposure in early childhood may speed up memory loss, according to a new study using a cognitive task to measure forgetting rates.

Our editor-in-chief Tina Tan, MD, reacts to a new FDA COVID-19 framework that will limit eligibility for seasonal vaccination in pediatrics.

Find out how pediatricians play a crucial role in early autism diagnosis and how to advise families post-diagnosis.

All aspects of health are affected by climate change, from clean air, water, and soil to food systems and livelihoods. 1 Urgent action on the health impact of climate change is crucial to avoid ...

Discover mental health screening tools for the pediatric primary care provider.

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a rare but life-threatening condition in pediatrics, posing unique challenges in treatment and prevention within this age group. VTE incidence in pediatric patients has ...

A CDC report shows only 23% of U.S. teens get enough sleep, with disparities highlighting the need for targeted health interventions.

Lifestyle medicine and mental health management in pediatric primary care promote positive health and holistic well-being.

Caregivers and parents should feel empowered to protect their children with sun-safe practices that include sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, and sun-safe activities.

Background and magnitude of mental health problems Because of their longitudinal relationships with children and families, pediatricians have the opportunity to ask and learn about the mental and ...

Understand how to naviate the current shortage of pediatric ADHD medications.