Inconsistencies in Pediatric Pneumonia Diagnosis
A national study finds significant inconsistency among doctors when interpreting lung sounds in children suspected of pediatric pneumonia.
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Inconsistencies in Pediatric Pneumonia Diagnosis
A national study finds significant inconsistency among doctors when interpreting lung sounds in children suspected of pediatric pneumonia.
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California to Send Free Asthma Inhalers to All Public Schools
California is launching a statewide initiative to provide free albuterol inhalers and spacers to 10,000 public and charter schools to treat students during respiratory emergencies, according to Governor Gavin Newsom.
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AAP Pediatric Flu Vaccine Recommendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) issued updated recommendations for the prevention and control of influenza in children for the 2026-27 season, urging vaccination for all children aged 6 months and older.
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Trump Administration Orders Separate MMR Vaccinations
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday that revises federal recommendations for the childhood vaccination schedule, according to multiple media reports including the AP.
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Secondhand Smoke Linked to Poor Sleep Quality in Children
Secondhand tobacco smoke increased sleep interruptions in pediatric patients, even when traditional apnea measures remain unchanged.
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Sunset Healthcare Adds Pediatric NIV Mask Liners
Sunset Healthcare Solutions has added KidZzzs, the first mask liners pre-cut specifically for pediatric noninvasive ventilation (NIV).
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FDA Clears Masimo Pediatric Sedation Monitoring Tool
Masimo received FDA 510(k) clearance for the Patient State Index (PSi) , a new monitoring index that helps clinicians track brain activity and sedation levels in children during surgery and intensive care.
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Pediatric Respiratory Infections Back to Pre-Pandemic Patterns
Pediatric influenza and Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections returned to pre-pandemic levels after COVID-19 restrictions were lifted.
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CHLA Joins Sickle Cell Study on Gene Editing Method
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles joined a trial to investigate nula-cel, a gene-editing therapy designed to correct the sickle cell disease genetic mutation.
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Breztri Aerosphere Now Available in the US for Asthma
AstraZeneca’s triple-combination asthma therapy Breztri Aerosphere was approved in April 2026 for adults and pediatric patients age 12 and older.
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Global Childhood Vaccination Rates Remain Below Pandemic Levels
New UNICEF/WHO data show that high drop-out rates for measles vaccines continue to fuel disease outbreaks.
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First US Toddler Diagnosed With Rare Lung Disease
A two-year-old Indiana child is the first in the United States to be diagnosed with Rajab interstitial lung disease with brain calcifications, a rare genetic disease with only 10 known cases worldwide.
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Football vs Fútbol: Which Youth Sport Leads to More Emergency Visits?
A 10-year analysis of emergency department data shows one sport poses a greater risk of severe injury to youth athletes.
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Pediatric Interstitial Lung Disease Tied to Novel Disorder with Genetic Causes
Researchers linked loss-of-function variants in the TMEM63B gene to a novel disorder causing interstitial lung disease in some pediatric patients.
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Pediatric Risk Factors for Severe Respiratory Infections
Underlying chronic conditions and hospital transfers are major indicators of severe disease in pediatric patients with respiratory tract infections.
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Pediatric Septic Shock Therapies Perform Equally Well
Data on 9,000 children with septic shock shows no difference in kidney outcomes between two common types of IV fluids used for emergency resuscitation.
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Living With Cats Does Not Worsen Pediatric Asthma
Research involving more than 30,000 children suggests no link between household cats and asthma severity or lung function.
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Hydroxyurea Reduced Mortality for Children With Sickle Cell Anemia
A 10-year study in sub-Saharan Africa revealed that a higher dose of the oral medication Hydroxyurea improved survival and growth outcomes in children with sickle cell anemia.
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The Toll of Pediatric Long COVID
Children with long COVID report higher levels of fatigue and sleep disturbance than those with cancer or autism.
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Ozone Limits Pediatric Lung Growth Benefits of Exercise
High ozone pollution levels may counteract the respiratory healthcare improvements gained through vigorous physical activity in pediatric populations.
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Pediatric Pulmonary Rehab Improves Exercise Capacity, QoL
Pediatric pulmonary rehab programs enhance exercise capacity, strength, and quality of life even when lung function measurements remain stable.
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Asthma Risk and Ultra-processed Foods
High consumption of ultra-processed food products significantly raises the likelihood of asthma onset in school-age children, according to a longitudinal study.
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Identifying Nonasthmatic Eosinophilic Bronchitis in Children With Chronic Cough
Nonasthmatic eosinophilic bronchitis remains a frequently overlooked cause of chronic cough in pediatric patients.
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Fatal Pediatric Anaphylaxis Linked to Delays in Epinephrine Treatment
New studies suggest that airway and breathing failures are the primary causes of death in childhood food anaphylaxis, requiring a shift in emergency management protocols.
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