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January 31, 2013

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Kids can survive cardiac arrest with longer CPR

Children who experience in-hospital cardiac arrest may survive to discharge with fewer neurologic problems if they receive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for a longer time, says new research. » More

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Medication, lifestyle changes best for kids with T2DM

Children and adolescents newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) should be given metformin therapy and dietary and activity guidance as first-line treatments for the disease, says AAP. » More

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NSAIDs problematic for children's kidneys

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen and naproxen given for pain or fever may cause acute kidney injury in children, even when taken in the correct dose, according to new research. » More

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Chlorhexidine baths in PICUs reduce infections

Bathing children who are hospitalized in pediatric intensive care units (PICUs) with chlorhexidine solution once daily can reduce their risk of bloodstream infections, according to a study from Johns Hopkins Children's Center. » More

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