Almost 50% of MIS-C cases in children showed neurologic symptoms, such as encephalopathy and hallucinations,…
Browsing: Pediatrics
Pediatrics is the branch of medicine focused on the health and medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. It covers a broad spectrum of issues, from monitoring growth and development to diagnosing and treating childhood illnesses, both acute and chronic. Pediatric research plays a critical role in improving outcomes for younger populations, whether through vaccine development, nutritional studies, or advances in genetic and developmental disorders. The field often intersects with public health, psychology, and education, aiming to support the physical and emotional well-being of children at every stage of development.
The majority of parents feel informed and confident about pandemic protocols as kids resume sports…
Finding could explain why snoring and disrupted sleep are associated with behavioral problems including inattention,…
Research finds children may be less infectious with COVID-19 than previously thought. Children may not…
Childhood obesity also more prevalent among U.S. households with low socioeconomic status. Nearly one in…
Public health trial suggests that providing tailored support for children who show early signs of…
The pandemic has worsened mental health for many teens, especially girls, as isolation and disrupted…
Twin births are rising globally, especially from fertility treatments, but survival rates remain unequal. More…
New journal article recounts Rush pediatricians’ campaign to protect children from severe burns. A 15-year…
New Insights Into Breastfeeding and Immune Health Research led by the University of Birmingham and…
Taking turns in “conversation” with caregivers relates to synchronized activation in language areas. The type…
Fewer headaches reported when school starts later, UCSF-led study shows. Research indicates that starting school…
In a retrospective case study, Mayo Clinic researchers have found that antibiotics administered to children…
In-utero exposure to the coronavirus pandemic could cause developmental difficulties and accelerated aging in the…
Increasing state and local funding for environmental, educational, and social services may lower infant mortality…
Boys and girls who experience puberty earlier than their peers have an increased risk of…
COVID-19 may not influence parents’ beliefs about the flu vaccine, with just 1/3 believing it’s…
Invited commentary raises questions about pediatric transmission. New research suggests that children can shed SARS-CoV-2,…