Poll: Can you diagnose this 13-year-old female with altered mental status?

Proper hydration is a foundational—but often underemphasized—aspect of pediatric recovery. Whether a child is bouncing back from a febrile illness, a gastrointestinal virus, or even a mild respiratory ...

“Detecting and addressing potentially modifiable factors associated with healthy development is key to optimizing a child’s potential,” wrote the study authors, led by Inbal Goldshtein, PhD, of KI ...

"Prior literature has explored the prevalence of motor impairments in autistic individuals, but estimates come from clinical, convenience, or small samples, limiting generalizability," stated the ...

In the United States, maralixibat (Livmarli; Mirum Pharmaceuticals) is approved to treat both ALGS and PFIC, now in liquid and tablet formulations. On April 14, 2025, the FDA approved a tablet ...

Poll: What's the diagnosis of this linear eruption on the leg of a 9-year-old girl?

Infants born moderately preterm had lower composite cognitive scores compared to those born at full-term s (β = −0.39; 95% CI, −0.55 to −0.22; P < .001). According to the study authors, Samson Nivins, ...

A recent study found IL-6 may help with earlier sepsis detection in pregnant women, children, and newborns, outperforming traditional diagnostic tests. A new study presented at ESCMID Global 2025 ...

While these concerns are often rooted in misinformation, they offer an opportunity to guide families back to the evidence. Seed oils are having a moment—and not in a good way. From TikTok to wellness ...

In December 2024, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) introduced updates to the critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) screening algorithm to enhance efficiency and accuracy in newborn ...

“Data from the Phase 3 ICONIC LEAD subgroup analysis demonstrate impressive efficacy rates, showing the promise of this novel therapeutic option," said Lawrence Eichenfield, MD. On April 10, 2025, ...

The World Bank Group reports that as this global health emergency escalates, devastating impacts on health and well-being will also accelerate. All aspects of health are affected by climate change, ...