FDA Moves to Ease Nationwide Shortage of Baby Formula
The US Food & Drug Administration announced that it is continuing its efforts to boost the country’s supply of infant formula.
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50-µg mRNA-1273 Safe, Effective for Children Aged 6 to 11 Years
Two 50-µg doses of the mRNA-1273 vaccine are safe and effective for children aged 6 to 11 years.
Post-COVID-19 Inflammatory Syndrome in Children May Hinder Ocular Vessels
Children exposed to SARS-CoV-2 who developed Multisystemic Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS-C) present with specific retinal microvascular changes, a study shows.
US Baby Formula Shortage Worsens
Supply chain issues around the world are fueling a shortage of baby formula — and the problem is only getting worse.
Vaccine Effectiveness Modest for Children, Teens During Omicron
During omicron predominance, the estimated vaccine effectiveness (VE) of the BNT162b2 two-dose vaccination among children and adolescents was modest and decreased rapidly.
Idiopathic Chronic Anterior Uveitis Patients Experience Frequent Complications
Patients can maintain long-term visual health with adequate therapy.
Corneal Neurotization Improves Sensory Function, Epithelial Health
Patients with neurotrophic keratopathy who received corneal neurotization obtained improved sensory function, reduced epithelial breakdown.
Neurofibromatosis Type 1 May Induce Abnormal Retinal Pigment Epithelium Functioning
Researchers suspect patients with neurofibromatosis type 1 experience a dysregulation of melanocytogenesis, inducing abnormal polarization on both sides of RPE.
Only One in Five Parents Plan to Get COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Under 5 When Available
Only 18% of parents of children younger than 5 years say they plan to get their child vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as they can, while nearly four in 10 say they will “wait and see” before getting shots for their child.
Childhood Body Size Has Causal Impact on T1D Risk
Childhood body size has a causal influence on the risk for type 1 diabetes (T1D).
No Differences Seen in Growth for Children With Vegetarian Diet
Children with a vegetarian diet have no evidence of differences in growth or biochemical measures of nutrition.
This Caught My Eye: Links and Recommendations from Edmund Tsui, MD
Edmund Tsui, MD, social media editor for the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s journal Ophthalmology, guides readers through what’s trend-worthy in eye care.
Moderna Asks FDA to Authorize Its COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Under 6
Moderna announced that it has asked the US Food and Drug Administration to authorize the emergency use of its COVID-19 vaccine for children younger than 6 years old.
US Teen Suicides Up During Pandemic
Suicides among US teens rose during the pandemic.
Pfizer Seeks FDA Approval of COVID-19 Boosters for Children Ages 5 to 11
Pfizer Inc. announced that it has asked the US Food and Drug Administration to approve emergency use of its booster shot for children ages 5 to 11 years.
FDA Approves First COVID-19 Treatment for Use in Children
The US Food and Drug Administration approved the antiviral Veklury (remdesivir) as the first COVID-19 treatment for young children.
Demographics, Biometrics Influence Macular Thickness in Children
Axial length, lens thickness, and mean keratometry are the primary structural metrics associated with macular thickness, but living place and other demographic factors also play a role.
It’s Not Accelerated Aging: Ocular Changes in Type 1 Diabetes Evolve Uniquely
New eye model for individuals with type 1 diabetes shows affected eyes do not simply age faster, but display a unique developmental path.
COVID-19-Linked Hospitalization Up for Children During Omicron
During the period of omicron predominance, COVID-19-associated hospitalization among children aged 5 to 11 years, including among those with no underlying health conditions, was increased.
Half of Parents Report Giving Their Child Supplements Regularly
Half of parents report their child regularly has dietary supplements.
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