A study found that prompt blood sugar control following a gestational diabetes diagnosis can reduce a child's risk of obesity. In a recent interview with Contemporary Pediatrics, Rana Chehab, PhD, MPH ...

Secukinumab now treats moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa in patients 12 years and older, making it the first IL‑17A biologic option for teens. The FDA has approved secukinumab (Cosentyx) for ...

Generative AI usage is rapidly increasing across all age groups, with 72% of adolescents reportedly using it for companionship. While AI can support early language development and personalized ...

The FDA has approved Wellcovorin (leucovorin calcium) to treat adult and pediatric patients with cerebral folate deficiency linked to a FOLR1 gene variant. By addressing folate transportation issues ...

A Yale University study found that when parents improved their stress management, their parenting behaviors improved, and the risk of early childhood obesity in their offspring decreased. A 12-week ...

In LEVEL UP period 2, most patients who switched from dupilumab to upadacitinib achieved higher skin clearance and itch relief by 16 weeks. The FDA declined approval of RGX-121 for MPS II, citing ...

The latest update to the HEEADSSS psychosocial interview for adolescents includes new questions on electronic media use in addition to its time-tested strategies for identifying the critical stressors ...

Despite the growing involvement of fathers in their children’s lives, there persists a lack of focus on fathers in pediatric care. Updated guidelines can help pediatricians to better engage fathers in ...

Discover mental health screening tools for the pediatric primary care provider. The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners called to prioritize integrating pediatric mental health into ...

Evidence suggests some pharmaceutical excipients in medications may have adverse effects on pediatric patients. Here’s what you should know. Ultimately, there is a paucity of safety data for several ...

A CDC report shows only 23% of U.S. teens get enough sleep, with disparities highlighting the need for targeted health interventions. The findings regarding sleep behaviors highlight a trend of ...

Explore essential resources and toolkits for managing the ongoing stimulant medication shortage affecting ADHD treatment and patient care. Drug shortages have historically led to economic impacts, ...