Pediatric Care

Pediatric Emergency Care: A Coordinated Future

Summary Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinators (PECCs) are revolutionizing emergency care for children. They champion pediatric readiness, ensuring hospitals and EMS agencies can effectively handle pediatric emergencies. This article explores the evolving role of PECCs, their […]

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Kids’ ER Pain Relief: Research Needed

Summary This article emphasizes the urgent need for more research into pediatric pain management within the emergency department setting. It highlights current advancements, existing challenges, and suggests focusing on patient-centered outcomes, optimizing pain relief strategies, […]

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Kids’ Head Injury Predictions

Summary This article discusses the PECARN rule for predicting clinically important traumatic brain injuries (ciTBI) in children, its multicenter external validations, and its implications for pediatric care. It highlights the rule’s high sensitivity and negative […]

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Pollution and Pediatric Thyroid Cancer

Summary A recent study reveals a link between early-life exposure to air and light pollution and an increased risk of pediatric thyroid cancer. Researchers found that exposure to fine particulate matter and outdoor artificial light […]

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Breathing Easier: CPAP for Preemies

Summary A recent study found that extending continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment for preterm infants significantly improves lung growth and function. This simple intervention offers a promising new approach to improving long-term respiratory health […]

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Early Biliary Atresia Diagnosis

Summary This article discusses new guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for early identification of biliary atresia in infants. The guidance focuses on a three-step strategy during well-child visits between 2 and 4 […]

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Childhood Vaccination Lags

Summary Childhood vaccination rates remain below pre-pandemic levels, posing a significant threat to public health. Disruptions to healthcare services, vaccine hesitancy, and logistical challenges contribute to this concerning trend. Revitalizing vaccination efforts is crucial to […]

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Measles Outbreak: Vaccination Crucial

Summary Amidst rising measles outbreaks, experts emphasize the critical role of vaccination, particularly the MMR vaccine, in preventing severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Timely vaccination is essential for community protection and achieving herd immunity. Parents […]

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Drug Resistance: A Pediatric Crisis

Summary A recent study revealed a startling statistic: over 3 million children died from drug-resistant infections in 2022. This article explores the implications of this crisis, focusing on the disproportionate impact on children in developing […]