FDA Approves Vaxneuvance Pneumococcal Vaccine for Infants, Children
The FDA has expanded the approval for Merck's Vaxneuvance for prevention of invasive disease caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae to include children 6 weeks through 17 years of age.
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Maternal RSV Vaccine Reduced LRTIs, Antibiotic Rx for Newborns
An investigational RSV vaccine administered to pregnant women reduced RSV-associated lower respiratory tract infections and subsequent antibiotic prescriptions among their infants.
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Genetic Variant Leads to Fatal Case of Pediatric Interstitial Lung Disease
A genetic variant in a surfactant-producing protein led to a fatal case of interstitial lung disease in a two-year-old child, according to an analysis of the child's lung tissue.
COVID-19 Antibodies Passed from Vaccinated Pregnant Moms to Newborns
Women who receive COVID-19 mRNA vaccines during pregnancy pass high levels of antibodies to their babies, new research from NYU Langone shows.
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Physical Activity During Pregnancy Linked to Infant’s Lung Function
For the first time researchers have shown a link between lower lung function in babies born to physically inactive mothers compared to those born to active mothers.
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Enzyme Could Be Major Driver of Preeclampsia
An enzyme called protein phosphatase 2 (PP2A) appears to be a major driver of preeclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication characterized by the development of high blood pressure and excess protein in the urine.
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B&B Medical Launches Baby Tape Plus
B&B Medical Technologies’ Baby Tape Plus is a pre-cut endotracheal tube holder made from a non-irritating, latex free hydrocolloid adhesive that is skin friendly for infants.
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NICU/PICU Care for Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Infants and children are very susceptible to RSV infection and the most serious cases (usually involving bronchiolitis or pneumonia) will be admitted to NICU/PICU.
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Pregnant Vapers More Likely to Have Low-birthweight Infants
Women who use electronic cigarettes during pregnancy are 33% more likely than those who don’t to give birth to low-birthweight infants, according to a new study published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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Clinical Trial of RSV Vaccine Underway
MV-012-968 is an intranasal live attenuated RSV vaccine candidate being developed as a needle-free, adjuvant-free vaccine to protect infants and at-risk, older adults.
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Pfizer Vaccine Authorization for Kids 12-15 Imminent, Ages 2-11 Potentially This Fall
The FDA is expected to authorize the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccination for children ages 12-15 as early as this week, and the company plans to request authorization for ages 2-11 this fall.
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Pulse Oximetry Provides Higher Screening Sensitivity for CCHD in Newborns
Pulse oximetry-based critical congenital heart disease screening using Masimo SET had higher CCHD screening sensitivity than physical exam.
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Transport of Newborns on Inhaled Nitric Oxide: Logistics, Safety, New FDA Approval
The interhospital transport of infants with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) being administered inhaled nitric oxide therapy requires specialized, intensive care.
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Mothers Pass SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies to Newborns
Pregnant women infected with COVID-19 who were either asymptomatic or symptomatic passed SARS-CoV-2 antibodies to their newborns during pregnancy via the placenta.
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Cesarean Section-born Children May Face Higher Risk of Infection-related Hospitalization
Research suggests that compared to vaginally-born children, cesarean-born children may have a higher risk of infection-related hospitalization for up to five years of age.
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