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NEW RESEARCH
Although drug regimens such as the protease inhibitor lopinavir-ritonavir may have lowered the HIV transmission rates in newborns to less than 1%, a study finds that postnatal treatment with the combination was more likely to cause adrenal dysfunction in newborns when compared with a zidovudine-based treatment. Read about the nuances of the study and the researchers' recommendations. » More
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The myth of the hypoallergenic dog is so pervasive that even President Obama's family adopted a Portuguese water dog because of his daughter's allergies. But a new study says that neither the First Dog, Bo, nor any other breeds actually are hypoallergenic. Here's information to help you counsel parents on the pros and cons of getting a family dog and when. » More |
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NEW RESEARCH
Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) may now be internationally accepted for diagnosing diabetes, but it appears to be far less accurate for adolescents than adults, according to a new study. Read the results and analysis of a recent study here. » More |
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Do you have a story about something in your practice that deeply affected you or changed your life or career? A poignant story involving one of your patients or their parents that particularly touched you? A surprising revelation that caused you to change the way you work with your patients or your staff? Contemporary Pediatrics is looking for submissions for our Postscript. Please send your stories to Kathy Method, chief editor, at [email protected]. |
NEW RESEARCH
The age of children does seem to affect how well amblyopia responds to interventions, but a new study suggests that treating older children remains worthwhile, even if their response is less pronounced than in younger children. Find out how long to continue treatment, even for children older than 7 years. » More |
HEALTH LAW & POLICY
Designed to create an excellent care environment among patients, parents, and care providers, AAP says that the medical home should be "accessible, continuous, comprehensive, family centered, coordinated, compassionate, and culturally effective." A new study provides a perspective on accessibility to the medical home for children who may need comprehensive primary care the most—those with public health insurance. » More |
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