Guidelines
From the Journals
Collaboration, consultation part of AAP teen depression guidelines update
Practice preparation is now included in the guidelines.
News
nPEP for HIV: Updated CDC guidelines available for primary care physicians
To be effective, PEP needs to be initiated within 72 hours of exposure, but many people don’t know about this option.
Feature
Bright Futures 4th Edition gets a clinical refresher
New surveillance guidelines, increased focus on social determinants of health are evidence driven.
Guidelines
ACOG advises against vaginal seeding
The practice should only be performed as part of an approved research protocol.
From the Journals
IDSA updates infectious diarrhea guidelines
Molecular-based diagnostic tests are very sensitive, but may require expert analysis.
News
CDC: Zika-exposed newborns need intensified eye, hearing, and neurological testing
Findings of postnatal onset of symptoms has prompted new Zika management guidelines for infants.
Conference Coverage
VIDEO: What’s new in AAP’s pediatric hypertension guidelines
SAN FRANCISCO – Some of the advice is similar to the group’s last effort in 2004, but there are a few key changes.
From the Journals
Check children’s eyes early for best corrections
One vision screening approved for preschool children.
News
CDC: Flu vaccine recommendations broaden for pregnant women and children
More options for more people.
From the Journals
New guidelines highlight rapid, interdisciplinary treatment of PANS/PANDAS
Consortium takes aim at a pair of complex syndromes affecting children and adolescents.
Conference Coverage
New guideline: Address GTCS frequency to reduce SUDEP risk
BOSTON – Generalized tonic-clonic seizures are a major risk factor for sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP).