Pediatric obesity management requires a whole-child approach that considers physical, psychological, and social factors. Medication choice depends on patient preference, comorbidities, ...

In 2021, the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and the Children’s Hospital Association jointly declared a national emergency in child and adolescent ...

Discover the benefits of shea butter-based emollients in diapers, offering effective protection against diaper rash and skin irritation for babies. Disposable diapers containing an emollient protect a ...

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, ...

In part 2 of this 7-part Special Report, the discussion shifts to the US Food and Drug Administration approval of gepotidacin (Blujepa), an oral therapy for uncomplicated UTIs approved for patients as ...

In part 6 of this 7-part Special Report, panelists drive home a singular focus: guidelines are only as effective as our commitment to follow them consistently. But when we apply this to children and ...

A CDC report shows only 23% of U.S. teens get enough sleep, with disparities highlighting the need for targeted health interventions. The findings regarding sleep behaviors highlight a trend of ...

Specifically, the ACIP voted 5-2 to recommend clesrovimab (Enflonsia; Merck), which was approved by the FDA on June 9, 2025, for infants aged 8 months and younger who are not protected by a maternal ...

Music therapist Jenna Marcovitz discusses the role of pediatricians in making timely referrals to music therapy to support whole-child health. Music therapy can support pediatric patients across ...

EP: 7.Special Report: Future Directions for STI Diagnosis and Treatment In part 5 of this 7-part Special Report, panelists drive home a crucial message: screen early, screen consistently, and engage ...

Over the past decade, there has been an emergence of commercially available home devices to help monitor an infant’s vital signs during sleep. These devices aim to provide reassurance and peace of ...

To mark Sexual Health Awareness Month, Contemporary Pediatrics partnered with Contemporary OB/GYN for a cross-specialty discussion on advances in sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening and ...