Lower Dose of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Works Well in Young Children
A smaller dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine safely triggers a strong immune response in children as young as 5 years.
Pediatrics
Sharp Increase in BMI Rates Noted for Children During Pandemic
Approximate doubling in rate of BMI increase seen between prepandemic and pandemic periods; higher increases reported for those with overweight, obesity
Persistent Obesity in Pediatric Asthma Suggests Need for Wellness Interventions
Obese asthmatic children are at risk of continuing obesity, which puts them at greater risk for asthma exacerbations.
Fauci: COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Under 12 Could Come This Fall
Many parents hoping for COVID-19 vaccines for their children younger than 12 years may get their wish this fall.
The Effect of Monitoring Devices on Inhaler Adherence and Other Asthma Outcomes
A meta-analysis identified the effects of the electronic adherence monitoring devices on inhaler adherence, exacerbations, and asthma control in children.
Bedwetting May Improve After Adenotonsillectomy for Sleep Apnea
Findings seen in secondary analysis of data for children randomly assigned to adenotonsillectomy or watchful waiting for nonsevere OSA
COVID-19 Cases Rise Sharply Among Children as School Year Starts
As the school year gets underway across the United States, new data show that COVID-19 cases among children are climbing.
Risk for Asthma at Age 4 Years Higher After Pneumonia in Infancy
Children diagnosed with pneumonia in infancy have an increased risk for prevalent asthma at age 4 years.
Thrombotic Events Linked With Higher Mortality Among Pediatric Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19, MIS-C
Researchers sought to determine the mortality rate for pediatric patients with COVID-19 or multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children who experience thrombotic events.
Decreased Occurrence of Kawasaki Disease and Multi-Inflammatory Syndrome in Children During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Researchers assessed whether the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with the occurrence of Kawasaki disease or multi-inflammatory syndrome in children.
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