Dr Dawson is a pediatrician specializing in adolescent medicine at Baylor Scott & White Health, Killeen, Texas. She is director of the Pediatric Clerkship and assistant professor, Texas A&M Health ...

Lori Handy, MD, MSCE, emphasizes the role of school entry as a critical time for ensuring children are caught up on routine vaccinations.

Parents and pediatricians navigate the complexities of neurodiversity, emphasizing the need for open communication and better resources for child development.

Discover the latest in pediatric infectious diseases with Infectious Insights, a new podcast series hosted by expert Tina Tan, MD, FIDSA, FPIDS, FAAP.

A study reveals declining US neonatal mortality overall, yet highlights rising deaths from fetal malnutrition, emphasizing ongoing disparities in neonatal health outcomes.

Childhood cardiovascular health is crucial for lifelong benefits, enhancing cognitive, metabolic, and mental well-being while reducing disease risks.

The FDA approves gardenia (genipin) blue as a natural food color, enhancing options for manufacturers and supporting the shift away from synthetic dyes.

A recent study reveals a staggering 763% rise in nicotine pouch ingestions among young children, highlighting urgent public health concerns.

A pro-inflammatory maternal diet during pregnancy was linked to a 16% higher risk of type 1 diabetes in offspring, Danish cohort study finds.

Dr Minnelly Luu is an assistant professor of Dermatology, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, California, and Department of Dermatology and Pathology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern ...

DR. BURKE, section editor for Journal Club, is chairman of the department of pediatrics at Saint Agnes Hospital, Baltimore. He is a contributing editor for <italic>Contemporary Pediatrics</italic>. He ...

Contemporary Pediatrics connects pediatricians with peer-reviewed articles, guideline updates, and practice strategies for real-world clinical application.