Pediatrics

January vs. December babies: Youngest kids in the class most likely to be diagnoses with ADHD
Immaturity relative to peers may be misattributed as symptoms of ADHD.
How teens perceive their weight may have greater effect on suicidal ideation than actual BMI
‘The first thing a physician does is weigh children and adolescents and plot their growth on a growth chart. That is a brilliant but often missed opportunity to simply ask a child or adolescent ‘How do you feel about your weight?’’

Measles cases are rising in Canada . . . but are highly preventable through vaccination

Healthcare providers can help address vaccine hesitancy and ensure patients have access to reliable information on measles prevention.
ADHD med use in pregnancy and neurodevelopmental disorders in children

Study and meta-analysis examine exposure to methylphenidate, amphetamines and atomoxetine during pregnancy and neurodevelopmental disorders in offspring.
First Canadian guidelines now available for post-COVID-19 condition (PCC)

McMaster experts release comprehensive evidence-based guidelines for diagnosis, management, prevention and treatment of ‘long COVID.’
Pediatric care in Alberta underfunded and putting kids at risk: medical association

Dr. Sam Wong, president of the pediatrics section for the association, says recent flu seasons have become more distressing for children and patients because of wait times verging on 12 hours.
Youths with OCD show deficits in ‘cue integration’ compared to adults: study

The study examined how Pavlovian cues influence compulsive avoidance in adults and youths with OCD.
How does caffeine affect young adolescents' sleep, puberty and behaviour?

When kids consume caffeine, they don’t necessarily consume it on a regular basis, or in consistent quantities like adults often do.
Interactive tool shows lead levels in water in individual Ontario schools and daycares

How does where you went to school do on these tests?
Caring for patients with ASD

Pharmacists can play a key role on the care team and in communicating with patients with autism spectrum disorder and their families.

January vs. December babies: Youngest kids in the class most likely to be diagnoses with ADHD

How teens perceive their weight may have greater effect on suicidal ideation than actual BMI

Measles cases are rising in Canada . . . but are highly preventable through vaccination

ADHD med use in pregnancy and neurodevelopmental disorders in children

First Canadian guidelines now available for post-COVID-19 condition (PCC)

Pediatric care in Alberta underfunded and putting kids at risk: medical association

Youths with OCD show deficits in ‘cue integration’ compared to adults: study

How does caffeine affect young adolescents' sleep, puberty and behaviour?

Interactive tool shows lead levels in water in individual Ontario schools and daycares

Caring for patients with ASD