Feature Article — Parents PACK 2024: The Year in Review
Dec 17, 2024
See how well you do answering questions about information shared in 2024 Parents PACK newsletter articles.
Kyphosis
<p>Kyphosis is a forward curvature of the spine in the upper back, giving a child an abnormally rounded or “humpback” appearance. It is not caused by poor posture.</p>
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Researchers Find Rotavirus Vaccine is Safe for Use in NICU Babies
Dec 9, 2024
Risk of transmission of the rotavirus vaccine is extremely low and poses very minimal risk to NICU babies
The Melissa Ketunuti Basselier Prize in Global Child Health Inaugural Winner: Improving Children’s Lives Neighborhood by Neighborhood
Dec 4, 2024
In recognition of her impact on child health in Consuelo and beyond, Ramona Cordero was awarded the inaugural Melissa Ketunuti Basselier Prize in Global Child Health.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Doctors Receive Prestigious Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Funding Award to Study Widespread Implementation of Newborn Resuscitation
Dec 4, 2024
This study aims to expand use of supraglottic airways as a potential approach for better outcomes for newborns who require resuscitation
Personal Struggle to Professional Triumph: Addressing Lactation Services in India
Dec 4, 2024
The Lactation Department of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers a bi-annual internship to individuals who are preparing to take the International Board Lactation Consultant Exam.
Multi-Institution Study Identifies Cause of Deadly Hyperinflammatory Response in Cases of COVID-19
Dec 3, 2024
The study from the COVID-19 International Research Team may also explain a potential cause of “long COVID”
Alumni Notes Fall 2024
Dec 3, 2024
CHOP Alumni celebrated the winners of the 2024 CHOP Alumni Awards and mourned a tragic loss. See details.
Beyond the Diagnosis: Youth-focused Strategies and Solutions
Dec 3, 2024
Diagnosing and treating youth, especially for STIs, requires physicians to strike a balance of clinical expertise and empathy.
Unveiling Hidden Diagnoses: Holistic Approach to Adolescents and Young Adults Presenting with Malnutrition
Dec 3, 2024
An eating disorder diagnosis may only be part of the story when a malnourished youth comes under your care. Here are other diagnoses to consider.
Pediatricians and Drugs? Easy Access Point for Medications for Substance Use Disorders
Dec 3, 2024
As with other mental health issues, substance use disorder (SUD) can be diagnosed in primary care. Management can include prescribing medications to treat SUD.