OBESITY
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The National Center for Health Statistics recently revealed surprising information about the fast food consumption of children in the United States. Find out how many consume fast food in a day here. |
DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS
A federal panel is asking for more research to support regular autism screening, stating in new draft guidance that there is not enough evidence that early, routine screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and many others are worthwhile. Find out what the panel had to say. |
DERMCASE
The mother of a 7-year-old girl brings her to the office for evaluation of eczema. On review of symptoms, she mentions concern about a bald spot above her daughter's right ear, noticeable when she braids her hair. The bald spot has been stable; it does not itch; and it is not painful for the child. What's the diagnosis? |
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