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Early Infant Behavior Predicts Cognitive Ability Decades Later

The study found that novelty preference and task orientation in 7-month-olds were the strongest predictors of cognitive ability at age 30.

Pediatrics July 3rd 2025

Tags: CHILD DEVELOPMENT/PUBERTY CLINICAL STUDY COGNITIVE HEALTH/MEMORY PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY PREDICTION MODELING PSYCHOLOGY

Cureus

Current State of Pediatric Direct Primary Care: A National Cross-Sectional Survey of Pediatricians

Most pediatricians not practicing DPC still express interest, but cite financial and institutional barriers as major deterrents.

Family Medicine/General Practice July 3rd 2025

Tags: BURNOUT HEALTHCARE MODELS MEDICAL EDUCATION PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

GoodRx for Healthcare Professionals

When Should You Worry About a Spider Bite? 8 Signs You Need Treatment

Spider bites that worsen after 2–3 days, develop black skin, or cause systemic symptoms like fever or vomiting may signal a venomous bite or infection.

Allergy & Immunology July 3rd 2025

Tags: ANIMAL/INSECT BITES PATIENT EDUCATION PEDIATRIC DERMATOLOGY POISONING/OVERDOSE

MDLinx

1 Doc, 3 Malpractice Suits—the Most Recent Involving a 2 Year-Old’s Death

The hospital allegedly lacked a pediatric mask and breathing tubes, delaying life-saving care during an anaphylactic emergency.

Emergency Medicine July 3rd 2025

Tags: AIRWAY MANAGEMENT ANAPHYLAXIS/ALLERGIC REACTIONS HOSPITAL OPERATIONS LEGAL MATTERS MALPRACTICE

Conexiant

Docs Advised to Offer Chaperones for Exams

The AAP recommends offering trained chaperones during sensitive exams to reinforce professional boundaries and support patient comfort, especially for vulnerable populations.

Family Medicine/General Practice July 3rd 2025

Tags: ADOLESCENT MEDICINE GUIDELINES/RECOMMENDATIONS PHYSICIAN-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP RISK MANAGEMENT TRAUMA-INFORMED PRACTICE

Medical Professionals Reference (MPR)

FDA Clears Wearable Device to Treat Nasal Congestion in Children

The Sonu Band, now FDA-cleared for children 12+, showed a -2.74 mean TNSS improvement with no adverse events in a 2-week study.

Allergy & Immunology July 3rd 2025

Tags: DEVICE/DRUG APPROVALS FDA MEDICAL DEVICES NASAL CONGESTION PEDIATRIC ALLERGIES WEARABLES

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Early Infant Behavior Predicts Cognitive Ability Decades Later

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When Should You Worry About a Spider Bite? 8 Signs You Need Treatment

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Docs Advised to Offer Chaperones for Exams

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