A Yale University study found that when parents improved their stress management, their parenting behaviors improved, and the risk of early childhood obesity in their offspring decreased. A 12-week ...

Carissa M. Baker-Smithm MD, MPH, outlines how pediatricians can mitigate long-term cardiovascular risk. This video from Contemporary Pediatrics features Carissa M. Baker-Smith, MD, MPH, director at ...

AbbVie submitted FDA and EMA applications for upadacitinib (RINVOQ) in adults and adolescents with non-segmental vitiligo, supported by phase 3 Viti-Up data. Phase 2 INTEGUMENT-INFANT study results ...

The latest update to the HEEADSSS psychosocial interview for adolescents includes new questions on electronic media use in addition to its time-tested strategies for identifying the critical stressors ...

Finding an acceptable alternative to breast milk has proved to be a complicated quest that continues today. Finding an acceptable alternative to breast milk has proved to be a complicated quest that ...

Discover mental health screening tools for the pediatric primary care provider. The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners called to prioritize integrating pediatric mental health into ...

Despite the growing involvement of fathers in their children’s lives, there persists a lack of focus on fathers in pediatric care. Updated guidelines can help pediatricians to better engage fathers in ...

A recent poll reveals that teens primarily consume caffeine through soda, tea, coffee, and energy drinks, with parents expressing concern about the health risks associated with excessive intake. A ...

A CDC report shows only 23% of U.S. teens get enough sleep, with disparities highlighting the need for targeted health interventions. The findings regarding sleep behaviors highlight a trend of ...

Caregivers and parents should feel empowered to protect their children with sun-safe practices that include sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, and sun-safe activities. According to the American ...

With the introduction of point-of-care (POC) molecular assays, pediatricians can diagnosis influenza A and B during the office visit with sensitivity and specificity comparable to reference assays.

Read the latest medications for pediatric patients approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. The use of biologic therapies for managing chronic pediatric diseases such as atopic dermatitis and ...