New Study Finds No Link Between Autism and Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy
A new study designed to better account for hidden confounding factors has found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and the risk of neurodevelopmental conditions in childhood.
COVID-19 Vaccination Significantly Reduces Risk of Severe Inflammatory Syndrome in Kids
A new analysis of 2023 MIS-C cases reveals that the COVID-19 vaccine significantly reduces the risk of this dreaded complication.
Some Good, But Preliminary Real World Data on Those Baby RSV Shots
The first post-rollout data for the RSV antibody shot looks pretty good, but far too many little ones missed out.
More Evidence that Ignoring Safe Sleep Advice Puts Babies at Risk of Unexpected Death
A new study of thousands of cases confirms that sharing a sleep surface with a caregiver significantly increases the risk of unexpected death in infancy.
Music for Reducing Pain in Newborns
Newborns are exposed to painful procedures for good reason every day. Treating pain is important in this population, and music might play a role. At least it definitely won't hurt.
Science-Based Satire: Historic Conference Clarifies Vertebral Subluxation Causes
Did a meeting of chiropractors from around the world come to a historic consensus on the true causes of the chiropractic subluxation? No, this is satire. Still read the post though. Please.
Another Year, Another Measles Outbreak
Another year is here, and that means more measles outbreaks here and around the world as far too many children (and some parents) lack protection from the safe and effective vaccine.
A Bit of Good News: Kids Appear to Have Lower Risk of Post-COVID Conditions Than Previously Thought
Based on a recently published study using improved criteria for determining long term COVID-related health problems, it looks like kids are less likely to be negatively impacted than previously thought.
From the Vault: Infant Teething Myths and Misconceptions
Enjoy this classic post from the vault as we close out 2023. A few myths and misconceptions about infant teething.
RSV Season is Here, So Where is Our Beyfortus?
RSV season is here. So far it's better than last year, which was the absolute worst, but it should have been much better. The roll out of a safe and effective drug that dramatically reduces risk of severe disease was botched, and we still don't know why it happened.