Pediatrics

A new research review looks at what the literature actually says about acetaminophen and pregnancy
The latest research review looked at 43 studies and concluded that the most rigorous ones, such as those that compare siblings, provide strong evidence that taking the drug commonly known as paracetamol outside of the U.S. does not cause autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities.
Participants wanted: Help evaluate a new online program on promoting healthy sleep for early childhood
Healthcare professionals have the chance to take the professional development program, with a view to evaluating it.

POP QUIZ: Preventing exercise-induced bronchoconstriction in children

Can you tell which statement about using salbutamol to prevent exercise-induced bronchoconstriction in children is false?
New consensus guidance on anesthesia and sedation while breastfeeding

Multidisciplinary group issues guidelines for the perioperative management of patients who are breastfeeding, on behalf of the Association of Anaesthetists (U.K.).
Should acetaminophen or an opioid be added to ibuprofen for pediatric musculoskeletal injury pain?

Canadian researchers examine whether the addition of acetaminophen or hydromorphone to ibuprofen improves pain relief in children with acute limb injury.
U.S. cuts the number of vaccines recommended for every child, a move slammed by physicians

The U.S. took the unprecedented step Monday of cutting the number of vaccines it recommends for every child—a move that leading medical groups said would undermine protections against a half-dozen diseases.
Greater access to JAK inhibitors is needed for rheumatic diseases in children

Canadian Rheumatology Association advocates for greater pediatric access to JAK inhibitors, which can be given orally rather than subcutaneously or intravenously.
New guidelines for emergency dept. management of acute migraine in children

Canadian Paediatric Society issues guidance on managing moderate to severe migraine in children unresponsive to home therapy with acetaminophen, ibuprofen and/or a triptan.
Ontario Hospital Association urges vaccinations ‘as soon as possible’ amid skyrocketing flu cases

This comes a day after health officials in the Ottawa area announced that three children between the ages of five and nine had died of influenza A complications in the first two weeks of December.
Canadian Paediatric Society supports making melatonin a prescription drug for children and teens

CPS provided their submission to Health Canada's consultation on melatonin for pediatric sleep issues.

A new research review looks at what the literature actually says about acetaminophen and pregnancy

Participants wanted: Help evaluate a new online program on promoting healthy sleep for early childhood

POP QUIZ: Preventing exercise-induced bronchoconstriction in children

New consensus guidance on anesthesia and sedation while breastfeeding

Should acetaminophen or an opioid be added to ibuprofen for pediatric musculoskeletal injury pain?

U.S. cuts the number of vaccines recommended for every child, a move slammed by physicians

Greater access to JAK inhibitors is needed for rheumatic diseases in children

New guidelines for emergency dept. management of acute migraine in children

Ontario Hospital Association urges vaccinations ‘as soon as possible’ amid skyrocketing flu cases

Canadian Paediatric Society supports making melatonin a prescription drug for children and teens