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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 8d

Backup camera mandate linked to fewer severe pediatric backover injuries: Backover trauma occurs when a pedestrian is struck by a motor vehicle in reverse. Researchers reported both fatal and severe injuries in children under age 5 have decreased. #medsky #pedsky

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 8d

The study, "The Association of Maternal Adverse Childhood Experiences with Preterm Birth of Their Infants," found that #mothers with 2 or more ACEs were nearly twice as likely to deliver #preterm as those with fewer or no ACEs.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 8d

Michael Levas, MD, of Project Ujima and Children's Wisconsin presented data at the 2025 AAP National Conference that demonstrated nearly 1 in 4 children with #firearm injuries had prior #ED visits for crashes or violence. #AAP

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 8d

New research published at the 2025 AAP National Conference has revealed an emerging #suicide method that involves the ingestion of sodium nitrite. The method is increasingly being used by adolescents and young adults. #AAP

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 9d

In another video interview from the 2025 AAP National Conference & Exhibition, Diane Straub, MD, of Children's Hospital Colorado, discussed the current climate related to adolescent sexual health.

Watch our brief discussion with Straub here: www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/diane-s...

Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 9d

From the AAP National Conference & Exhibition:

Melanie Cree, MD, discussed approaches to evaluating primary amenorrhea and managing conditions such as Turner syndrome, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and the female athlete triad.

Full interview: www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/melanie...

Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 12d

According to a presentation at the 2025 AAP National Conference & Exhibition in Denver, #opioid exposures among US-children are showing concerning trends, with steady increases in pre-teen cases over the past 5 years. #medsky

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 12d

From the AAP National Conference:

Hands-on menstruation education fosters confidence, reduces stigma, and equips adolescents with practical skills for menstrual health, according to an abstract presented at the conference.

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Hands-on menstruation education program improves adolescent preparedness, confidence

Hands-on menstruation education fosters confidence, reduces stigma, and equips adolescents with practical skills for menstrual health.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 12d

Today marks the first day of the 2025 @AAPexperience from Denver, Colorado! #medsky #pedsky

Follow us on our website, contemporarypediatrics.com, for continued coverage, including expert interviews.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 13d

Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report stated the federal agency recorded the most pediatric, influenza-associated deaths since the 2009-10 season, with 280 deaths reported.

Full data analysis: www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/cdc-rep...

Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 13d

The FDA has authorized for marketing Essilor Stellest eyeglasses for children aged 6 to 12 years to correct hashtag#myopia and slow its progression.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 14d

Several members of our Editorial Advisory Board have commented on the CDC's #ACIP meeting last week.

See a preview below, and click the link for a full recap of the meeting. #MMR #COVID19 #vaccine

Read more: www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/reactio...

Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 15d

Get an inside look as to what to expect from the 2025 AAP National Conference & Exhibition, held in Denver, Colorado, from September 26-30.

See who will be giving key notes, what to expect on AI, mental health, and much more. #medsky #pedsky

AAP: www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/what-to...

What to expect from the 2025 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition

A quick look into some of the top sessions occurring at the 2025 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, being held from September 26-30, 2025, in Denver, Colorado.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 19d

The #CDC's ACIP has completed its 2-day September meeting with 4 votes on #COVID-19 vaccine-related recommendations. #pedsky #medsky

Read more, including coverage from yesterday regarding MMR, MMRV, and Hepatitis B: www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/acip-to...

Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 20d

The CDC's ACIP is in session for day 1 of a 2-day meeting to discuss several vaccine updates and proposed recommendations, including for MMRV, Hepatitis B, and COVID-19, to be discussed Friday.

Read more on the meeting here: www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/acip-to...

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · 26d

Study investigator Ji-Hyun Lee, MD, PhD, explains her study that evaluated brief exposure to inhaled anesthesia during surgery among infants.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Sep 5

If you are still getting caught up this short holiday week, we have you covered with our FDA Focus recap video. #Medsky #Pedsky

Watch as we take you through some of the top FDA news items from the month of August, from approvals to pipeline updates.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Sep 4

Thank you for sharing and following us, Dr. Hill!

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Sep 3

New today:

Arcutis has submitted of a supplemental New Drug Application (sNDA) to the FDA, seeking to expand the indication for roflumilast (ZORYVE) cream 0.3% to treat plaque psoriasis in children as young as 2 years.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Sep 3

Richard Bermudes, MD, psychiatrist and chief medical officer at BrainsWay and associate physician at UC Davis, explains why a discussion on #screen behavior and habits should be a part of well visits among #children and #adolescents.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Sep 2

As we move into September, take a look back on our top #FDA stories from August with our monthly recap.

Take a look at the highlights below, and click the link for more information on each FDA news item we reported on in August. #Medsky #Pedsky

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FDA news in pediatrics: August 2025

A look back at the FDA submissions and regulatory decisions in the pediatric health care space from August 2025.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Aug 19

Also today, the AAP has released its own immunization schedule, highlighting that it recommends all children aged 6 to 23 months receive a COVID-19 vaccine, as this group is the highest risk for severe infection. #Medsky #Pedsky

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American Academy of Pediatrics releases immunization schedule

The AAP recommends all children aged 6 to 23 months receive a COVID-19 vaccine, as this group is the highest risk for severe infection.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Aug 19

Breaking #FDA news:

The federal agency has issued a complete response letter to PTC Therapeutics for its Friedreich's ataxia treatment, vatiquinone. The FDA stated substantial evidence of efficacy was not demonstrated.

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FDA issues CRL for vatiquinone to treat Friedreich's ataxia

If approved, vatiquinone would have been the first therapy approved for pediatric patients with FA.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Aug 14

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed encouraging hashtag#vaccination increases among hashtag#adolescents in 2024 compared to 2023. #Pedsky

Find a snapshot of the data below, and click the link for the full report.

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Contemporary Pediatrics @contemppeds.bsky.social · Aug 13

In her latest #nutrition column for Contemporary Pediatrics, registered dietician Colleen Sloan, PA-C, RDN takes a look at pre-game, mid-game, and post-game #sports nutrition tips, as fall sports get ever closer.

Read from our Back-to-School issue: www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/sports-...