Pediatrics News
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 17% of children and adolescents ages 2 to 19 in the U.S. are obese, which is defined as a BMI equal to or greater than the 95th percentile. Read more »
Report highlights mental health issues in children
A total of 13% to 20% of children living in the United States experience a mental disorder in a given year, according to a CDC report. Read more »
Smokeless tobacco use not declining among youths
Researchers found that no significant change in overall smokeless tobacco prevalence occurred between 2000 (5.3%) and 2011 (5.2%). Read more »
More Pediatrics News
Small formula doses may prolong breast-feeding
Infants experiencing high levels of weight loss in the first few days of life were breast-fed longer after initially receiving small amounts of formula. Read more »
Sublingual immunotherapy helps kids with allergies
Under-the-tongue drops may offer yet another beneficial — and stick-free — option for pediatric allergy sufferers. Read more »
AAP issues statement on home births
Regardless of the circumstances of the birth, including location, every newborn infant deserves healthcare that adheres to AAP standards, the group said. Read more »
Clinicians should be aware of 'Cinnamon Challenge’
The stunt has led to dozens of calls to poison centers and ED visits, and even hospitalizations for some adolescents. Read more »
In stroke belt, teenage years key to future risk
People who spent their teenage years in the stroke belt were 17% more likely to have a stroke in later years, according to a study. Read more »
Most children readmitted after stem cell transplant
Nearly two-thirds of children receiving stem cell transplants were readmitted within six months for treatment of unexplained fevers or other problems. Read more »
