(Reuters Health)—Parents often catch medical errors that their child’s doctor missed, according to a U.S. study that suggests families may be an untapped resource for improving hospital safety and preventing mistakes. Roughly one in 10 parents spotted mistakes that physicians did not, according to the study of safety incidents observed on two pediatrics units at…
The Genetic Factor: Research Examines Genetic Heritability for Pediatric Autoimmune Diseases
Recent research has helped further define genetic heritability for pediatric autoimmune diseases. In an interview, Dr. Hakon Hakanarson discusses how understanding common genetic factors can help develop risk prediction and treatments for such diseases as juvenile idiopathic arthritis, lupus and celiac disease…
FDA Approves Drug to Counter Opioid ODs
The FDA recently approved a form of naloxone hydrochloride in a nasal spray that will help counter opioid overdoses. The FDA also approved an ibuprofen injection as an adjunct to opioids for use in children 6 months and older…
Early Probiotics Supplementation Tied to Lower Risk of Islet Autoimmunity
NEW YORK (Reuters Health)—Exposure to probiotics in the first few weeks of life is associated with a reduced risk of islet autoimmunity, according to results from the TEDDY study. “Early supplementation of probiotics may be important but we need more research on this,” Dr. Ulla Uusitalo from University of South Florida in Tampa told Reuters…
Pediatric Rheumatologist Wins 2014 Award for Excellence in Clinical Medicine
The ACR member Dr. Marilyn G. Punaro is first pediatric rheumatologist to earn the Patricia & William L. Watson Jr., MD, award
Growing up with Juvenile Arthritis
A pediatric patient with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis shares her perspective on living with the disease, importance of pediatric rheumatology care
2013 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting: Diagnostic,Treatment Approaches Evolve for Kawasaki Disease
New data examine infliximab as a treatment option, and updated diagnostic criteria aids physicians in recognizing KD and detecting cardiac involvement in patients
2014 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium Scheduled April 3–6 in Orlando, Florida
Conference to feature practice management tips and latest findings in clinical, translational, and basic research on treating rheumatic diseases in children
2013 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting: Better Care for Pediatric Rheumatology Patients On Horizon
A robust workforce, flourishing clinical trials, broad patient registries, and consensus treatment protocols contribute to improvements for the subspecialty
2013 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting: Health Professionals In the Spotlight
ARHP members are honored with awards for research, education, advocacy, and patient care in rheumatology