I'm a pediatrician and a mom—here's how to treat lice without stigma Four words that parents in the classroom group chat dread to read: "My kid has lice." Oct 14, 2026 0 3
How food allergy risk changes as children grow Food allergy is an important health concern in childhood, and knowing whether an allergy is likely to persist or disappear can affect medical decisions. Sensitization, however, is not the same as an allergy: specific IgE ... Oct 14, 2026 0 3
Asthma drug improves motor function and strength in children with rare muscle diseases in small trial Congenital myopathies are a group of rare, inherited muscle diseases that often cause muscle weakness in childhood. This weakness can affect, among other things, the ability to walk, stand up and use one's arms and hands, ... Oct 14, 2026 0 3
Study identifies geographic cluster of prenatally detected fetal defects in California's San Joaquin Valley Researchers have identified a geographic cluster of prenatally detected fetal defects in California's San Joaquin Valley, according to a study published in the Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Oct 14, 2026 0 2
Molecular glue degraders show early promise in reducing Alzheimer's-linked brain plaques A research team led by Indiana University School of Medicine scientists has discovered a new method for reducing the formation of amyloid plaques, which disrupt brain function in all aging adults but are particularly prevalent ... Oct 14, 2026 0 10
Survival mechanism in the brain may help explain PTSD A surprising feature of how the brain stores memories could help explain why harmless situations can sometimes quickly feel threatening, a hallmark of anxiety and trauma disorders. Oct 14, 2026 0 12
Expanded genetic testing and early transplant referrals anchor new myelofibrosis care recommendations The American Society of Hematology (ASH) has released guidelines on the management of myelofibrosis, a rare and life-threatening blood cancer. The new guidelines recommend expanded molecular testing, early transplant referral, ... Oct 14, 2026 0 3
New commentary challenges outdated claims about imaging use and the radiologist workforce A new commentary from the Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute challenges a recent claim that declining imaging use has allowed the United States to meet imaging demand without increasing the number of radiologists. The ... Oct 14, 2026 0 2
Frequent abdominal pain in children may be associated with school-related stress, peer harassment Many parents feel reassured when their child's recurrent abdominal pain is investigated and no underlying organic condition is found. However, a study by researchers at Semmelweis University, published in the International ... Oct 14, 2026 0 2
Extending Medicaid to 12 months after childbirth increases follow-up care for high-risk mothers Extending Medicaid coverage to 12 months after childbirth increased postpartum health care utilization among women with pregnancy complications such as diabetes and hypertension, according to a new study at Columbia University ... Oct 14, 2026 0 3
