Pediatrics
Ask the Pediatrician: What can parents do about baby formula shortage?
Q: There's been a shortage of baby formula at the grocery stores and I'm starting to worry about running out. What can I do?
May 9, 2022
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Pediatrics
Kids afraid of getting shots? Here are 3 easy ways for parents to help them
Few things are more challenging than trying to vaccinate a terrified and uncooperative child. I have seen children wedge themselves into a corner and refuse to budge. I have seen them thrash and yell. And I have seen them ...
Mar 30, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Ask the Pediatrician: How can parents talk to their children about mental health issues?
Q: What are the best ways to talk to my children about mental health concerns, and should I bring this up with their pediatrician?
Feb 28, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
American Academy of Pediatrics issues guidance for children's emotional needs during COVID-19
(HealthDay)—In guidance issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics, recommendations are presented to help pediatricians support the emotional and behavioral needs of children, teenagers, and families during the COVID-19 ...
Dec 16, 2021
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Pediatrics
Pediatricians and health officials should present a united front against controversial state masking bans for schools
To keep in-person learning and protect students in schools, pediatricians and public health officials must advocate for evidence-based mitigation strategies that can reduce COVID-19 transmission—especially the Delta variant, ...
Oct 20, 2021
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Health
Doctor training and other supports promote lifesaving firearm safety conversations in pediatrics offices
Firearms are the number one cause of death in American children and adolescents, and new research shows that training programs and other supports help doctors consult parents on how to prevent these injuries.
Oct 8, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
AAP provides guidance for follow-up care for pediatric COVID-19
(HealthDay)—Children with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection should receive pediatric follow-up care to monitor for symptom resolution and screen for and address health concerns, according ...
Aug 4, 2021
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Autism spectrum disorders
Telehealth: Tips for helping kids with autism take part
(HealthDay)—Telehealth is increasing in popularity in the United States, partly due to the pandemic. But some children with autism have difficulty sitting through these virtual appointments.
Jul 5, 2021
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Autism spectrum disorders
Parents' input key when screening toddlers for autism
Early screening for autism can speed up diagnosis and treatment, and now new research shows that pediatricians are more likely to act when parents express concerns.
May 17, 2021
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Pediatrics
Ask the Pediatrician: Shouldn't my 1-year-old baby be talking by now?
My baby is turning 1 this month. Should she be talking by now?
Apr 6, 2021
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