Pediatrics
From the Journals
Baked milk immunotherapy may help children with cow’s milk allergy
The new trial stood out from prior research by using lower starting doses and a more gradual dose escalation of extensively heated milk.
From the Journals
Children with uncontrolled asthma at higher risk of being bullied
"Pediatricians should talk to children themselves with asthma about this and not just their parents, and efforts should be made to improve asthma...
Latest News
Poorly controlled asthma predicts COVID-19 hospitalization in children
Cohort study shows higher hospital admission rates that support vaccine prioritization for school-aged children.
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: New cases, vaccinations both decline
Despite the drop in cases, the weekly count still exceeded 100,000 for the 16th week in a row.
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: New cases increase for third straight week
Pace of vaccinations remains steady in 5- to 11-year-olds.
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: Youngest vaccinees off to a slower start
First 2 weeks produced considerably fewer vaccinations in the under-12 crowd, compared with the 12- to 15-year-olds.
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: New cases up again after dropping for 8 weeks
Less than a week after vaccine approval, initiation in those aged 5-11 years already outpaced the older children.
Opinion
Q&A: Meeting the challenge of giving COVID vaccines to younger kids
Pediatric experts share best practices for meeting the challenges of immunizing children aged 5-11 years.
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: A look at the pace of vaccination
Nearly 6 months after the vaccine was approved for children aged 12-15 years, less than half are fully vaccinated.
News
FDA authorizes Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for kids
As soon as the CDC’s director signs off on those recommendations, children can get the shots, perhaps as early as Nov. 3.