U.S. Hospitals See Drastic Increase in Children with MRSA
U.S. Hospitals have seen a ten-fold increase in children with highly contagious forms of staph skin infections.
Study Finds only 42.8% of Children on Medicaid went to Dentist last year
A study conducted by the University of Pittsburgh found that only 42.8% of children in Allegheny County that are covered by Medicaid visited the dentist last year.
Montgomery County Children’s Tylenol Plant Temporarily Closes in Response to Recall
McNeil Consumer Healthcare has temporarily suspended production at the Fort Washington plant, after finding problems when conducting a quality review of their products; the plant will remain closed until the necessary corrective measures are taken.
Parents worried about popular children’s medicines being recalled
Several medications for children, including dozens of versions of Children’s Tylenol, have been recalled.
The New York Times offers advice to parents who suspect their child might have a learning disability
Lesley Alderman discusses how to determine whether a child has a learning disability, offers advice on how to navigate the local school system’s obligations in that assessment.
CDC: Autism rate is increasing
Reports the Philadelphia Inquirer:
Autism affects about 1 in every 110 American children, a 57 percent increase over the last estimate in 2002, according to a report released yesterday by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The disturbing trend reflects greater awareness and diagnosis of “autism spectrum disorders,” but may also mean more children are [...]
Study says that acetaminophen may reduce the potency of some vaccines
Babies are often given acetaminophen along with their routine vaccines, as it helps to reduce fever, which is associated with getting these shots.
Healthcare reform bills would enhance children’s dental care
There are currently twice as many children without dental coverage as there are without medical coverage.
Did you know…
….that many children get inadequate pain relief after tonsil surgery?
Did you know…
…that some preschools are keeping mental health professionals on regular staff?