Is Melatonin Beneficial for Pediatric Patients With Sleep Disorders?
A recently published systematic review investigated the benefits and risks of melatonin supplementation for pediatric patients with sleep disturbances.
Pediatrics
CHEST Guideline for Gastroesophageal Reflux and Chronic Cough in Children
Children with nonspecific chronic cough may not need to be routinely evaluated or treated with empirical therapy for gastroesophageal reflux without overt regurgitation.
First Anticoagulant Approved to Treat Symptomatic VTE in Pediatric Patients
The FDA has approved Fragmin, a low molecular weight heparin, for the treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism to reduce the recurrence of VTE in pediatric patients 1 month of age and older.
AAP Approves 2019 Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care
The American Academy of Pediatrics has approved the 2019 Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care, also known as the Periodicity Schedule.
Investigational Treatment for Farber Disease Gets Fast Track, Rare Pediatric Disease Designations
Enzyvant announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted RVT-801 both Rare Pediatric Disease and Fast Track designations for Farber disease.
E-Cigarettes May Threaten Goal of Achieving Tobacco Endgame
E-cigarettes have become the most popular tobacco products for youth and adolescents in the United States and offer new pathways to nicotine addiction.
AAP Releases 2019 Childhood Immunization Schedules
The 2019 recommended childhood and adolescent immunization schedules have been issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Similar Outcomes Noted in Treatment by Either General Pediatrician or Pediatric Hospitalist
Treatment by either a pediatric hospitalist or general pediatrician resulted in similar care outcomes.
Many EDs Do Not Have Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinators
Many emergency departments do not have a pediatric area or pediatric emergency care coordinator.
AAP Responds to Tear Gas Use at US-Mexico Border
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released a statement responding to the use of tear gas on families and children seeking asylum at the US-Mexico border.
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