AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
A federal panel is asking for more research to support regular autism screening, stating in new draft guidance that there is not enough evidence that early, routine screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and many others are worthwhile. What is the new recommendation? |
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THE STUDENT ATHLETE
Children and teenagers who play sports are at increased risk for community-associated MRSA infections. Advising patients and their families about how easily this infection spreads can go a long way in preventing the transmission of MRSA in the locker room, on the court, and on the playing field. How common are MRSA infections? |
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5 Pediatric Tech Trends Driving Practice Success
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CLINICAL GUIDANCE
Each year, an estimated 6 million to 12 million lice infestations occur among children aged 3 to 11 years and cost an estimated $1 billion annually in treatment, lost wages, and other collateral damage. Do you know the updated guidance? |
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HAVE YOU READ THESE?
ACIP votes new policy options for MenB vaccine
Adoption of HPV vaccine increasing |
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