December 21, 2022

Simple Nose Swab Test Might Gauge Severity of Child's RSV

While it isn't possible to tell parents how long their child will need to remain in intensive care with a serious case of RSV, new research has unearthed clues that may make it easier to predict which kids will require a longer stay.

November 9, 2022

Infant Head-Shaping Pillows Are Useless and Dangerous to Baby, FDA Warns

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October 31, 2022

Cystic Fibrosis Screening Often Misses Black, Hispanic Babies

>MONDAY, Oct. 31, 2022 – While early diagnosis of cystic fibrosis can prevent permanent lung damage, newborn screening often looks only for genetic mutations more common in white people than those found in people of color, a new study finds.