The suicide rate in youths ages 10-24 years has been increasing since 2007. Suicide now is the second leading cause of death in this age group in the United States.

The presence of glyphosate and other herbicide residues in genetically modified organism-containing food products is the main concern for potential effects on child health. Pediatricians can advise families of the importance of a healthy diet that minimizes ultra-processed foods.

GSK is discontinuing the corticosteroid inhaler Flovent HFA on Dec. 31, and some payers aren’t covering the generic version.

Both therapies use a patient’s own blood cells, which are modified and given back in a single-dose infusion as part of a hematopoietic stem cell transplant.

Media reports indicate the new rules will be delayed.

From new research to practice recommendations to advocacy efforts, AAP News has been helping pediatricians stay up to date on child health issues.

Housing and health webinar series, gender-affirming care guide, coding manual.

Efforts to create a positive, nurturing environment for trainees might lead physicians to avoid giving constructive criticism due to fears of hurting residents’ feelings.

Among the benefits of AI use in medicine are detection of drug interactions and the ability to generate patient handouts. Concerns include lack of privacy, incorrect information and the potential to worsen biases.

Injury prevention policies related to furniture and button batteries as well as funding for the Pediatric Subspecialty Loan Repayment Program were among the victories for child health.

A federal government waiver that allowed schools to provide free meals to all students regardless of family income expired in June 2022.

Federal officials have announced the recall of products that may be harmful to children.

The poverty level in 2022 was defined as having an annual income of less than $29,670 for a family with two children and two adults.

The AAP is mourning the loss of members.

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While children may be drawn to energy drinks containing sugar and caffeine, doctors say such drinks can cause adverse health effects.

Rates were higher in males, youths who were White and those who identified as sexual minorities.

The Food and Drug Administration is investigating reports of quality issues with plastic syringes manufactured in China, including leaks, breakage and other problems.

This year’s campaign, “LAUNCH into Health Literacy,” seeks to improve patients’ and families’ access to, understanding and use of health information so they can better navigate health systems and communicate with their medical team.

This year’s program placed 7,700 residents into fellowship training.