Pediatric Healthcare

CRN launches new labeling guidelines for melatonin supplements

April 17, 2024 - On April 15, 2024, the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), one of the most prominent trade associations for the dietary supplements industry, issued a statement highlighting new labeling guidelines for all gummy supplements, specifically melatonin gummy supplements. Melatonin supplements have recently been critiqued for a lack of regulation...

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Pediatric Antidepressant Prescription Rates Increased 66%

by Veronica Salib

A recent study published in Pediatrics, the journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), revealed a significant increase in antidepressant prescriptions among adolescents, teens, and young...

Almost Half of Infants in the US Have Received the RSV Vaccine

by Veronica Salib

Last week, the CDC updated data on respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine uptake in the United States, revealing that almost half of infants in the US have been vaccinated. Additional data provided...

10% of Premature Births Linked to Phthalate Exposure In Utero

by Veronica Salib

Earlier this week, researchers revealed that approximately 10% of premature births in the United States are linked to prenatal phthalate exposure in a study published in the Lancet Planetary...

NY Charges Midwife $300K for Falsifying Vaccine Records

by Veronica Salib

Last week, the New York State Department of Health published a press release informing the public about charges against a Nassau County midwife who falsified vaccination records. "Misrepresenting or...

Evaluating the Series of Infant Formula Recalls in the US

by Veronica Salib

Infant formula plays a critical role in pediatric healthcare, providing an alternate route for nutrition in babies who do not breastfeed or may need more nutrients than what is provided in breast milk. Although many people, including...

34% of Conventional Baby Food Contains Pesticides

by Veronica Salib

Earlier this month, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) published an updated version of their 1995 study on pesticides in baby food. Data revealed that while some threats have been eliminated, there...

FDA Issues Warning About Probiotics Sold for Preterm Infants

by Veronica Salib

On October 26, 2023, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a press release raising concerns about probiotics sold for preterm infants. The organization has sent letters to...

Pediatric Amoxicillin Shortage Persists as Winter Approaches

by Veronica Salib

With October approaching, it has been nearly one year since the start of the amoxicillin shortage. According to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the deficiency was first identified...

FDA Issues 15 Warning Letters to Online Retailers Selling E-Cigarettes

by Veronica Salib

On August 23, 2023, the United States Food and Drug Administration distributed 15 warning letters to online retailers selling or distributing illegal and unauthorized e-cigarettes that appeal to...

Managing Pediatric Behavioral Health with Pharmacological Treatments

by Veronica Salib

Pediatric mental and behavioral health is a large field of research that can be challenging to tackle. Although these conditions are already difficult to manage in adults, pediatric care requires even more consideration when approaching...

Only 3.3% of NIH-Funded Pediatric Clinical Trials Data Is Reusable

by Veronica Salib

In a research letter published in JAMA Network Open on July 25, 2023, scientists evaluated data availability from pediatric clinical trials funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). According...

Newly Approved Monoclonal Antibody Prevents RSV in Babies and Toddlers

by Veronica Salib

On July 17, 2023, the FDA added to the arsenal of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) prevention tools by approving Beyfortus, a monoclonal antibody for preventing the infection in children two years old...

FDA Approves New Pediatric Medication for Type 2 Diabetes

by Veronica Salib

Adding to the arsenal of tools providers have to manage type 2 diabetes (T2D), the FDA has approved a new pediatric medication for managing the condition. The approval of Jardiance and Synjardy to...

A Melatonin Study Highlights a Lack of Supplement Regulation

by Veronica Salib

JAMA recently published a research letter highlighting the lack of supplement regulation by comparing the amount of melatonin and CBD in varying brands of melatonin gummies. The researchers determined...

Study Links Stimulant Prescription Rates to Teen Drug Misuse

by Veronica Salib

On April 18, 2023, JAMA Network Open published an article linking stimulant prescription rates for ADGD to teen drug misuse. The study analyzed the medical and nonmedical use of prescription stimulants...

Pfizer Recalls Migraine Medication Under Advisement From CPSC

by Veronica Salib

On March 16, 2023, just days after the FDA approved another new nasal migraine medication, Pfizer recalled its Nurtec ODT medication. Under advisement from the United States Consumer Product Safety...

Less Than 55% of Pediatric Clinical Trial Results Are Published

by Veronica Salib

In a recent research letter published in JAMA Network Open, Chris A. Rees, MD, MPH, and his colleagues analyzed how pediatric clinical trial results are disseminated or made publicly available. Rees...

Reckitt Recalls Plant-Based Infant Formula Due to Health Risk

by Veronica Salib

Reckitt, a consumer goods company, recently issued a recall on two batches of its Enfamil 12.9 oz ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Infant Formula, amounting to more than 140,000 cans, due to potential...

CDC Updates Pediatric Immunization Schedule, Including COVID Vaccine

by Veronica Salib

In a 2023 update to the recommended pediatric immunization schedule, the CDC has included recommendations for the COVID-19 vaccine starting at six months. While these guidelines do not force or mandate...

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