Current Issue —  June 2008

Fatalities from pertussis on the rise among U.S. infants

Majority of deaths from pertussis during 2000 to 2005 occurred among infants aged younger than 1 year.

New products on the horizon to prevent food-induced anaphylaxis

Consider ECG for children prescribed attention-deficit/hyperactivity meds

CDC study assessed influenza vaccine efficacy in 2007-2008 season in specific population

Influenza was detected in 191 patients; 75% of cases were type A.

Of MCV4, ADHD and ECGs

Recent guidelines reinforce the need to do thorough evaluations of our patients.

Decreased efficacy with hepatitis B vaccine noted among adolescent population at select clinical sites

AOM observation therapy methods were successful in ED setting

Observation therapy without a prescription substantially reduced antibiotic use in patients with AOM.

What’s Your Diagnosis?

A monthly case study featured in Infectious Diseases in Children, with treatment information and discussion to follow.

Spot the Rash

A monthly case study featured in Infectious Diseases in Children designed to test your skills in pediatric dermatology issues.

An update on sunscreen

As summer approaches, inform your patients about the importance of sun protection.