Pediatrics Journal Articles

• Portable Air Cleaners for Reducing Exposure to SARS-CoV-2 This study demonstrated that the use of portable HEPA air cleaners and universal masking is effective at reducing exposure to indoor aerosols containing SARS-CoV-2.
  Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, September 22, 2021
• The Association Between Citrus Consumption and Melanoma Risk Psoralen, a known photocarcinogen, is abundant in citrus products. Might consumption of citrus be associated with an increased risk of melanoma?
  The British Journal of Dermatology, September 22, 2021
• SSI After Spinal Fusion Fell After Best Practice Guidelines The implementation of recommendations in the 2013 Best Practice Guideline resulted in a significant drop in surgical site infections in spine surgery patients.
  Spine, September 22, 2021
• C-Section Anesthesia Adequacy With Two Sodium Thiopental Doses This study aimed to determine the optimal sodium thiopental dose for Caesarean section which balances depth of anesthesia with the safety of the neonate. Should we still be using STP for c-sections?
  BMC Anesthesiology, September 22, 2021
• A CRISPR-Based Diagnostic for Rapid Group B Strep Screening A newly developed CRISPR-based assay could offer a fast and accurate means of detecting group B Streptococcus.
  Emerging Infectious Diseases, September 21, 2021
• Marijuana Use Disorder and Arrhythmias: What Were They Smoking? The authors of this editorial poke several holes in a new study which purports to assess the association of arrhythmias with cannabis use disorder in teenagers.
  Europace, September 21, 2021
• Disparities in K-12 Learning Mode Access During COVID-19 This CDC report reveals disparities in full-time, in-person learning between white and minority students during the COVID-19 pandemic, with a widening of the gap as the school year progressed.
  Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, September 17, 2021
• Patterns of COVID-19 Exposure and Household Transmission A better understanding of the most common COVID-19 exposure settings could help reduce transmission among household members.
  Emerging Infectious Diseases, September 14, 2021
• Neuroimaging Genomics in Autism and Schizophrenia Find out how neuroimaging genomics could help advance our understanding of the genetic and neuropsychiatric variants associated with these conditions.
  Brain, September 14, 2021
• A Racial Equity Framework for Pediatric Professionals What can pediatric health care professionals do to ensure all children receive equitable health care services?
  Pediatric Nursing, September 13, 2021
• Perspectives of US Youth During Initial Month of COVID-19 This study aimed to assess the knowledge, beliefs, and experiences of adolescents and young adults regarding their understanding, feelings, and behaviors during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  Annals of Family Medicine, September 13, 2021
• TAVI vs. SAVR in the Context of Patient Life Expectancy TAVI or SAVR for aortic valve intervention? The answer may depend on the patient's age.
  European Heart Journal, September 13, 2021
• The Effects of HBV Infection on Natural and IVF Pregnancy A new study examines the potential impacts of hepatitis B virus on pregnancy complications and outcomes among women undergoing IVF.
  Journal of Viral Hepatitis, September 13, 2021
• Anaphylaxis and COVID-19 Vaccine: A Danger Relationship? Is there a heightened risk for anaphylactic reactions following the administration of the COVID-19 mRNA vaccines?
  Current Opinion in Allergy and Clinical Immunology, September 13, 2021
• Liver Involvement in Children With SARS-COV-2 Infection High levels of ALT could be indicative of more severe disease in children with either COVID-19 or MIS-C, both distinct presentations of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
  Liver International, September 09, 2021
• Synbiotic Supplements and Lifestyle Modifications in PCOS What impact might lifestyle modifications in combination with synbiotic supplementation have in women with PCOS?
  Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, September 09, 2021
• AI Using Electrocardiography: Strengths and Pitfalls A new deep learning model can identify patients with moderate or severe aortic stenosis using electrocardiography, but there are some disadvantages, according to this commentary.
  European Heart Journal, September 08, 2021
• COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage Among Pregnant Women Pregnant women are at increased risk for severe illness and death from COVID-19, yet vaccine coverage remains low for this group, according to this report.
  Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, September 06, 2021
• Applying Family-Centered Care to Food Insecurity in COVID-19 Could Family-Centered Care programs have a role in addressing food insecurity during the current pandemic?
  Pediatric Nursing, September 06, 2021
• Suicide Attempts Among Youth Before and During COVID-19 Suspected suicide attempts by teens and young adults have increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially among teenage girls, according to data in this report.
  Morbidity & Mortality Weekly Report, September 03, 2021