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<乌鸦传媒 class='mpt-top_cat_title_description'>News, opinions and meeting coverage in pediatrics.

A computer rendering of monoclonal antibodies.

<乌鸦传媒>Targeted Agent Promising for Life-Threatening Fetal Condition

Nipocalimab improved live birth outcomes, prevented intrauterine transfusions

A photo of students gathered in a common area as they head to classes in Oregon.

<乌鸦传媒>High Schoolers' Mental Health Shows Small Improvement in CDC Survey

But persistent sadness or hopelessness remain high, especially for girls

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<乌鸦传媒>Here's Where VP Pick Tim Walz Stands on Healthcare Issues

The Minnesota governor's take on abortion, LGBTQ+ issues, and more

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<乌鸦传媒>Prescription-Free Online Semaglutide Is Risky Business

Over 40% of pharmacy sites offering GLP-1 drug without a script are known to operate illegally

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

<乌鸦传媒>Aerosmith Retires After Injury; All Zepbound Doses Now Available; Guacamole Recalled

Health news and commentary gathered by 乌鸦传媒 staff

FDA ADCOMM arimoclomol over a computer rendering of a strand of DNA.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Advisors Mostly Convinced Arimoclomol Works for Rare Genetic Disorder

If approved, this would be the first drug for Niemann-Pick disease type C

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<乌鸦传媒>Physician Fights Insurer to Cover Her Baby's Brain Cancer Treatment

Blue Cross of Idaho denied coverage for costly drug multiple times

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<乌鸦传媒>Researchers Try to Better Understand PANS/PANDAS

Stanford University group suggests new component to long controversial diagnosis

FDA ADCOMM arimoclomol over a computer rendering of a strand of DNA.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Panel to Consider Arimoclomol for Rare Genetic Disorder

This is the second time the drug has been submitted to the FDA for Niemann-Pick disease type C

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

<乌鸦传媒>Heavy Metal in Chocolate; Trump 'No Doubt' Hit By Bullet; FDA Cinnamon Warning Grows

Health news and commentary gathered by 乌鸦传媒 staff

A photo of preteen girls on the sidewalk in Brooklyn, New York.

<乌鸦传媒>As Preteen Suicides Increased, Most Youths Went Undiagnosed for Mental Health Issues

Two studies showed significant trends in youth suicide rates

A photo of a little girl playing in an urban fountain in the summer.

<乌鸦传媒>How to Prevent Heat-Related Illness in Pediatric Patients

Educating families can go a long way

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

<乌鸦传媒>Justice Ginsburg's Health Records Leaked; How Sinead O'Connor Died; H5N1 Stockpiles

Health news and commentary gathered by 乌鸦传媒 staff

A photo of a syringe resting on the lid of a glass vial.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Warns of Overdoses With Compounded Semaglutide

Multi-dose vials pose complications for self-administration

A photo of a pregnant woman at the window of a hospital room.

<乌鸦传媒>Maternal Obesity Linked to Sudden Unexpected Infant Death

Researchers found a dose-dependent link but causal mechanism remains unclear

A photo of surgeons performing frenotomy surgery on an infant.

<乌鸦传媒>AAP Releases Recs for Identifying Ankyloglossia and Its Effects on Breastfeeding

Pediatricians concerned about increase in surgical procedures

A photo of a person holding a Slurpee in front of a 7-Eleven store.

<乌鸦传媒>Are Slushy Drinks Dangerous for Small Children?

U.K. introduced regulations after glycerol in slushies may have led to illness in kids

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<乌鸦传媒>Mainstream Medicine Still Reluctant to Order Lipid Panels for Kids

Stagnant screening practices reflect controversy over practice

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<乌鸦传媒>Investigational Once-Monthly Injectable Boosts Response Rate in Acromegaly

Octreotide subcutaneous depot also improved treatment satisfaction, quality of life

A photo of a woman holding two injection pens.

<乌鸦传媒>People Without Diabetes Make Up Growing Share of GLP-1 Users

Approximately one-fourth of new users in 2023 did not have type 2 diabetes

A photo of a woman assisting a young man who is wearing an overground robot-assisted gait training suit.

<乌鸦传媒>Robot-Assisted Gait Training Helps Motor Function in Kids With Cerebral Palsy

Randomized clinical trial shows advantage over standard physical therapy

<乌鸦传媒>Nasal Sprays for Respiratory Infections; Paxlovid in COVID Prevention

Also in TTHealthWatch: diabetes in kids after COVID

A photo of a heavily damaged vehicle in Tishomingo, Oklahoma in which six teenage students were killed.

<乌鸦传媒>After Crash Kills 6 Teens, NTSB Says Marijuana's Impact on Drivers Is Underestimated

Cannabis-impaired driving is a growing safety concern as more states legalize its use

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

<乌鸦传媒>Biden Health Watch; Pediatrician Killed on Bike; Olympic Medical Team Gets Uniform

Health news and commentary gathered by 乌鸦传媒 staff

A photo of Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.

<乌鸦传媒>Trump Talks Cancer Cures, 'Right to Try' as He Accepts GOP Presidential Nomination

"We're going to get to the bottom of it"

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<乌鸦传媒>IG Live July 19: Measles, Bird Flu, COVID, Oh My!

Experts unpack what recent outbreaks mean for public health

A computer rendering of blood escaping from a broken vessel.

<乌鸦传媒>Efanesoctocog Alfa Prevented Bleeding in Kids With Severe Hemophilia A

No factor VIII inhibitors developed among the 74 boys included in the study

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<乌鸦传媒>Trump Falsely Claims Babies Can Change 'Radically' After Vaccination

Fact-checking Trump's recent call with independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

A photo of a RNC 2024 Milwaukee banner at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee Wisconsin.

<乌鸦传媒>Healthcare a Minor Player in Monday Night's GOP Convention Proceedings

But transgender issues, abortion, and COVID all made an appearance

A photo of a newborn undergoing a heel prick screening test.

<乌鸦传媒>Newborn Screening Downgrades Prevalence of SMA

The first spinal muscular atrophy prevalence data based on screening came in lower than expected

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<乌鸦传媒>Smartphone App Decreased Distracted Driving and Other Noteworthy Studies This Week

This piece is devoted to four exceptional papers in JAMA Network Open

A photo of a little girl eating a bowl of couscous, avocado, tomato and cucumber.

<乌鸦传媒>Mediterranean Diet Good for Kids, Teens Too

Meta-analysis shows benefits for cardiometabolic health

A photo of a stethoscope lying on a rainbow flag.

<乌鸦传媒>The Cass Report, Evidence, and Ethical Thinking on Pediatric Gender-Affirming Care

Appropriate care for this population requires access, not restriction

A photo of a syringe in a blue rubber-gloved hand over an out of focus infant.

<乌鸦传媒>Newborn Hep B Vax Refusal Rates Dropped During Pandemic, D.C. Study Finds

Hospital setting may offer unique opportunity to increase vaccination rates

A photo of the nirsevimab (Beyfortus) packaging and syringe over a computer rendering of a respiratory syncytial virus.

<乌鸦传媒>Nirsevimab Effectiveness Against Severe RSV Holds Up in Real-World Study

Monoclonal antibody also reduced PICU admissions, need for ventilatory support

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<乌鸦传媒>Bad Air Quality in Pregnancy Hikes Cerebral Palsy Risk in Offspring

Study finds yet another problem linked to fine particulate pollution

A photo of the hands of a man affected by acromegaly next to a normal female hand.

<乌鸦传媒>Faster Hormonal Control With Personalized Acromegaly Treatment Approach

Traditional trial-and-error method won't be viable in the near future, researcher says

A photo of a pregnant woman wearing a protective mask and looking out a window.

<乌鸦传媒>Pandemic Lockdowns Might Have Prevented Wheeze in a Generation of Babies

Italian study emphasizes the role of RSV prophylaxis

A photo of a hospital emergency entrance at night.

<乌鸦传媒>ED Boarding Didn't Always Lead to Psychiatric Inpatient Stay for Youths

Only 56% went on to be admitted, and disparities were evident

A photo of a male physician preparing to vaccinate a pregnant woman.

<乌鸦传媒>Maternal RSV Vaccine Appears Safe, Real-World Study Finds

However, vaccine was associated with modest risk of maternal hypertensive disorders

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