Research Summaries

Respiratory Diseases Roundup
Respiratory Diseases Roundup
02/17/2026
Kate Young
Emerging data identify molecular subtypes of Long COVID, link pediatric disease to school absenteeism, and define occupational risk factors for persistent symptoms.
02/17/2026
Research Summary
Research Summary
02/16/2026
Kate Young
A pair of randomized clinical trials published in JAMA investigated whether adding acetaminophen or an opioid analgesic to ibuprofen improves pain relief for children with acute musculoskeletal injuries,...
02/16/2026
Research Summary
Research Summary
02/09/2026
Anthony Calabro, MA
A phase 3 randomized trial evaluated the efficacy and safety of fremanezumab for preventive treatment of episodic migraine in children and adolescents, addressing a significant evidence gap in pediatric...
02/09/2026
FDA Alert
FDA Alert
02/03/2026
Ashton L. Stahl
The FDA has approved the first treatment for children with Menkes disease, a rare genetic disorder associated with early childhood mortality.
02/03/2026
Public Health
Public Health
01/07/2026
Kate Young
The CDC has adopted updated pediatric immunization recommendations following a presidential memorandum requesting a comprehensive scientific assessment of immunization practices in peer countries.
01/07/2026
Research Summary
Research Summary
12/17/2025
Ashton L. Stahl
In a prospective cohort of children in California who were prenatally exposed to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), investigators examined whether additional exposure to SSRIs via breast milk...
12/17/2025
Public Health
Public Health
12/05/2025
Anthony Calabro, MA
On Friday, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted 8-3 on major changes to the long-standing universal hepatitis B birth-dose policy, introducing shared decision-making for infants born to...
12/05/2025
Vaccine Guide
Vaccine Guide
11/26/2025
Miranda Manier, BA
Federal, professional, and state guidance on COVID-19 vaccination diverge significantly this fall. This guide synthesizes the latest recommendations to help clinicians counsel patients and ensure access. ...
11/26/2025
Conference Coverage
Conference Coverage
11/24/2025
Kate Young
Lumasiran therapy provided durable reductions in urinary and plasma oxalate levels over five years in infants and young children with primary hyperoxaluria type 1, alongside improved nephrocalcinosis and...
11/24/2025
Meeting Coverage
Meeting Coverage
10/23/2025
Miranda Manier, BA
From shifting COVID-19 vaccine recommendations to updates on hepatitis B and MMRV, ACIP’s latest votes have direct implications for clinical practice.
10/23/2025