Pediatrics

The FDA has approved guselkumab for children aged 6 years and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis or active psoriatic arthritis, making it the first IL-23 inhibitor authorized for pediatric use.

The FDA has initiated approval of leucovorin calcium tablets for children with cerebral folate deficiency, which can manifest with autistic features. What is it?

Corticosteroids following resolution of anaphylaxis should be chosen with clear, clinical rationale and reserved for select children, study authors concluded.

Incyte announced the agency's decision, which was based on findings of significant reduction in atopic dermatitis signs and symptoms during the TRuE-AD3 clinical trial.

EADV 2025: New phase 3 data reveal delgocitinib cream's efficacy for chronic hand eczema in adolescents, confirming its safety profile in adults.

In children aged 10 to <18 with T2D inadequately controlled on standard of care treatment, tirzepatide reduced HbA1c by an average of 2.2% and reduced BMI as well.

Most parents support childhood vaccines such as MMR and polio, but skepticism about seasonal and newer shots persists, along with distrust of federal agencies.

Merck's CAPVAXIVE could cover approximately 78% of invasive pneumococcal disease cases in youth with chronic health conditions, vs other approved pneumococcal conjugate vaccines.

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Family physician Sarah Sams, MD, shares how to improve pediatric vaccine coadministration using pre‑visit planning and staff coordination.

Schaffner describes the mood among his colleagues in infectious disease right now as anxious, perplexed, distressed, and angry. They expect the disruptions and their feelings to continue.

Effective pediatric vaccine conversations require trust and facts. Family physician Sarah Sams, MD, offers tips for addressing concerns without harming patient relationships.

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From EMR reports to targeted nurse visits, Sarah Sams, MD, outlines practical ways PCPs can catch up pediatric vaccinations before school starts.

New data shows pediatric pharmacotherapy prescribing rose but remained infrequent, while nutrition counseling rates changed minimally.

Fremanezumab is now the only CGRP antagonist indicated for prevention of migraine in adults and preventive treatment of episodic migraine in pediatric patients.

An NHANES-based cross sectional study found that 1 in 5 of the treatment-eligible youth lacked adequate insurance and one-third had no routine place for health care.

Only 92.5% of kindergartners received the recommended 2-shot MMR series in 2024-25 and rates were similarly low for DTaP and polio, according to the CDC.

The AAP acknowledges challenges for families but emphasizes mandatory vaccination as crucial for safe school environments.

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Neffy, a needle-free epinephrine nasal spray, showed promise as a safe alternative for treating anaphylaxis in children with food allergies in a phase 3 trial.

Maternal depression significantly disrupts parenting behaviors, impacting child development and emotional bonding, according to an updated international literature review.

Moderna’s Spikevax receives full FDA approval for use in children at increased risk for COVID-19, expanding protection ahead of the 2025–2026 virus season.

RAD 2025. Peter Lio, MD, shares details from his presentation on shared decision making when treating children with atopic dermatitis.

RAD 2025: Lisa Swanson, MD, shares insights on pediatric atopic dermatitis, addressing questions from both a dermatologist's and an allergist's perspective.

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Youth depression is often diagnosed during crisis events, underscoring the need for primary care education and enhanced collaborative care resources.

Cases of whooping cough in the US more than doubled in 2024, and 2 infants have died from the infection. Here is background on the infection and vaccine.

Telehealth visits in pediatric primary care were linked to lower antibiotic prescribing rates for respiratory infections compared with in-person visits.

Children born before 34 weeks of gestation exhibited significant cognitive deficits by age 9-10, independent of genetic and socioeconomic factors, reported researchers.