Pediatrics
Research has shed new light on the mechanisms underlying pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), the most common cancer diagnosed in children. A study published in Frontiers in Immunology has concluded that T cell exhaustion is a crucial factor in the progression of B-cell ALL, a type of leukemia that accounts
Pediatrics
New Zealand researchers conducted a comprehensive study on the pediatric utilization of ophthalmic antibiotics, shedding light on the utilization patterns of chloramphenicol and ciprofloxacin in the eye and ear among children aged five years or under in Auckland. The study, led by the University of Auckland, analyzed 11,617 prescriptions
Pediatrics
Thailand is grappling with the challenges of implementing antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) programs in pediatric units in academic hospitals. Despite its importance in reducing antibiotic resistance, the implementation of AMS programs is hindered by various barriers. Researchers at Chulalongkorn University have identified five pediatric units in academic hospitals in Thailand, where
Pediatrics
Research conducted by Qatar University has revealed a 12.6% decrease in Fluoroquinolones sales in the first month of the Intensified Mission Indradhanush (IMI) routine immunization strategy. The study, published in the BMC Infectious Diseases journal, also found varying trends in sales of other antibiotic classes. The research suggests that
Pediatrics
Researchers from the University Medical Centre Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) have developed a new algorithm for treating mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis (AD) in pediatric patients in Europe. The algorithm focuses on topical calcineurin inhibitors as a TCS-sparing treatment strategy. This approach is intended to aid physicians in managing AD in children, particularly in
Pediatrics
Researchers at Arizona State University have introduced a pioneering approach to integrating participatory inquiry practices into AI education using science fiction films as a primary tool for examining human-technology relationships. This innovative method, known as a media-enhanced co-inquiry approach, facilitates the exploration of entanglements between humans and technology before engaging
Pediatrics
Research has highlighted the vulnerability of adolescence and pregnancy in terms of anxiety and depression development or worsening. A study at Boston Children's Hospital revealed that among 318 patients with a positive pregnancy test, 42.5% had a diagnosis of anxiety and/or depression. Furthermore, mental health was
Pediatrics
Researchers at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta have made significant progress in understanding the pathobiology of pediatric acute respiratory distress syndrome (PARDS) by developing a preclinical airway model. The model was created using a co-culture of primary human-derived small airway epithelial cells and umbilical vein endothelial cells in a
Pediatrics
A landmark study has found a significant link between states with permissive gun laws and an increase in child deaths from firearm-related violence. The research, published in JAMA Pediatrics, analyzed data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and found that more than 6,000 additional children died
Pediatrics
National IAP President Dr Vasant Khalatkar highlighted India's achievements in child health during an international conference in Mexico. The country has shown notable improvements in national immunization efforts, reduction in child mortality, and policies to strengthen pediatric care in rural areas. Dr Khalatkar also discussed the importance of
Pediatrics
A newly published case series sheds light on the rare condition of septic pulmonary embolism in children, emphasizing the need for prompt and targeted antibiotic therapy to improve outcomes. Researchers from the University of Florida Health reviewed clinical manifestations, radiographic abnormalities, and antibiotic therapy in children with septic pulmonary embolism.
Pediatrics
Research conducted at Heidelberg University Hospital in Germany has shed light on the critical role of maternal mind-mindedness (MM) in infant regulatory symptoms and disorders. The study, published in the Infant Mental Health Journal, aimed to investigate the relationship between MM, parenting stress, and global psychological distress on infant regulatory
