ICare4Autism Convenes Pediatricians for a Critical Dialogue on Autism Intervention
On May 19th, 2013, The International Center for Autism Research and Education held a conference for pediatricians on "Autism: An update on genetic and clinical aspects," convening experts in ... Wed, 22 May 2013 11:33:15 -0700

National Center for Learning Disabilities Launches "LD Navigator" for Pediatric Healthcare Professionals
NEW YORK, May 22, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) today announced the launch of the LD Navigator, a free comprehensive, online resource guide about learning difficulties ... Wed, 22 May 2013 07:31:00 -0700

Georgia health leaders educates local pediatricians and nurses
Health leaders gathered Tuesday at Chehaw Park to educate pediatricians about the concerns many parents have about getting children vaccinated. The theme of the Building Bridges conference was "from hesitation Tue, 21 May 2013 15:46:42 -0700

Pediatricians Need New Approach to Emphasize the Importance of Child Health Research
U-M pediatrician says dwindling support for child, adolescent health research may be reversed by understanding connection to adult health. Tue, 21 May 2013 08:45:30 -0700

Pediatricians agree on guidelines for treating acne
Pediatricians say there is now enough evidence on effective treatments to put out the first guidelines on battling acne in children. Thu, 16 May 2013 02:23:15 -0700

Pediatricians take on gun lobby – carefully
To pediatricians, gun control is a public health issue, not a political one. But they're treading a fine line, and they know it.The American Academy of Pediatrics has begun a renewed push to try to get Congress to pass gun control measures, sending more than 100 pediatricians to Capitol Hill earlier this month. But others who have taken on the issue over the past decade have a warning for them ... Mon, 13 May 2013 02:14:46 -0700

Pediatricians take on gun lobby
To pediatricians, gun control is a public health issue, not a political one. But they're treading a fine line, and they know it. Mon, 13 May 2013 02:12:15 -0700

Pediatricians offer newborn care standards for home births
The policy comes as slightly more women choose to deliver at home, where babies face a higher death risk compared with infants born in hospitals. Mon, 13 May 2013 01:39:05 -0700

Give immigrants healthcare access: U.S. kid doctors
By Andrew M. Seaman NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A group representing U.S. pediatricians said this week that its members should pay special attention to the healthcare needs of immigrant children and support health insurance for all - regardless of legal status. "It doesn't make sense to have a policy that cares for kids but doesn't care for other kids. They are kids. They don't choose where to ... Thu, 09 May 2013 11:57:21 -0700

Pediatricians Endorse New Acne Treatment Guidelines
Title: Pediatricians Endorse New Acne Treatment Guidelines Category: Health News Created: 5/6/2013 10:35:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 5/6/2013 12:00:00 AM Mon, 06 May 2013 21:24:51 -0700