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Flu season approaches record-high number of pediatric deaths; 500 new pertussis cases reported

Sean Stangland, Associate Editor
Published: April 18, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Influenza, RSV, COVID-19
Abstract
The CDC still recommends a flu shot this season for everyone 6 months and older.
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CDC reports 12.4% increase in measles cases, 10 outbreaks

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: April 18, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting 800 confirmed measles cases in 24 states, an increase of 88 cases from one week prior.
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2025 Measles Outbreak

Published: April 18, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
Measles cases in the U.S. have been climbing as vaccination rates decline. The country will lose its measles elimination status if endemic measles virus transmission continues in a defined geographic area for 12 months or more.
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CDC vaccine committee recommends new meningococcal, chikungunya vaccines

Melissa Jenco, Senior News Editor
Published: April 16, 2025
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Infectious Diseases, RSV, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
ACIP also discussed extending use of a meningococcal vaccine to infants and toddlers and a new monoclonal antibody to protect infants from RSV.
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CDC vaccine advisers may recommend COVID vaccines only for high-risk people

Melissa Jenco, Senior News Editor
Published: April 16, 2025
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Influenza, Sexually Transmitted Infections, Vaccine/Immunization, COVID-19
Abstract
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices also discussed the ongoing measles outbreak, an at-home flu vaccine, adolescent recommendations for HPV and mpox vaccines, and vaccines to protect against cytomegalovirus and Lyme disease.
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CDC report: Autism rate rises to 1 in 31 children; authors attribute increase to better understanding, more screening

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: April 15, 2025
TOPICS: Autism/ASD, Developmental/Behavioral Issues, Medical Home, Diversity, equity and inclusion
Abstract
The rate of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder continues to increase, which researchers attribute to better understanding of the disorder and increased screening.
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712 cases of measles reach nearly half of U.S. states

Steve Schering, Staff Writer and Sean Stangland, Associate Editor
Published: April 11, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Influenza
Abstract
In addition to a growing measles outbreak, there are thousands more pertussis cases compared to this time last year, and 20 more pediatric flu deaths were reported.
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Special article in Pediatrics offers guidance to pediatricians on caring for measles patients

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: April 11, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
Thanks to the widespread use of the highly effective measles vaccine, many U.S. pediatricians have never seen a case of measles.
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AAP urges congressional action as country ‘reaching a breaking point’ in ability to control measles outbreak

Melissa Jenco, Senior News Editor
Published: April 10, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
The AAP is urging Congress to stem the growing measles outbreak by unequivocally promoting vaccination as the only prevention and restoring cuts to vaccine-related funding and public health workers.
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CDC provider letter offers guidance on measles vaccination, reporting suspected cases

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: April 08, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued guidance to providers for vaccination against measles and details on how to care for and report suspected measles cases.
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Second school-age child dies from measles amid Texas outbreak; AAP president calls for urgent action

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: April 07, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
A second school age child has died of measles amid an outbreak in Texas that has infected nearly 500 people, state health officials announced.
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2 Louisiana infants die of pertussis as infections rise; pediatric flu deaths reach 168

Sean Stangland, Associate Editor
Published: April 04, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Influenza, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
Cases of pertussis increased from 7,063 in 2023 to 35,435 in 2024.
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CDC reporting 607 measles cases across 21 states; health officials urge MMR vaccination

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: April 04, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
Ongoing measles outbreaks have infected more than 600 people across 21 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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AAP speaking out against cuts to public health funds

Melissa Jenco, Senior News Editor
Published: April 02, 2025
TOPICS: Advocacy, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
Chapters are in danger of losing funds for important programs and are concerned cuts will be harmful to children in their state.
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AAP lauds Supreme Court ruling that affirms FDA denial of flavored e-cigarettes

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: April 02, 2025
TOPICS: Addiction, Public Health, Smoking
Abstract
The AAP is applauding a Supreme Court ruling that officials say validates FDA research and data used to deny applications for flavored e-cigarettes.
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AAP Fact Checked articles set record straight on measles, vaccines, more

Sean Stangland, Associate Editor
Published: April 02, 2025
TOPICS: Infectious Diseases, Media, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
Fact Checked articles address false claims about vaccines, measles, raw milk, fluoride, abusive head trauma and more.
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Illegal vaping devices with games, apps making their way into youths’ hands

Sean Stangland, Associate Editor
Published: April 01, 2025
TOPICS: Addiction, Public Health, Smoking
Abstract
E-cigarettes designed to look like personal smart devices can deliver flavored nicotine and addictive apps to hook teens.
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Balancing act: Decision to report suspected child abuse can be nuanced

Sarah Northrop, M.D., FAAP
Published: April 01, 2025
TOPICS: Administration/Practice Management, Child Abuse and Neglect, Child Care
Abstract
While underreporting suspected abuse is a serious concern, overreporting can have unintended consequences for children and families.
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Equip parents with strategies to respond to persistent infant crying

Angela Doswell, M.D., FAAP, and Natasha Jouk, M.D., FAAP
Published: April 01, 2025
TOPICS: Child Care, Fetus/Newborn Infant
Abstract
Interventions should address infant crying and its effect on caregivers.
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Pediatricians can improve child health through advocacy, education

Ilan Shapiro, M.D., FAAP
Published: April 01, 2025
TOPICS: Advocacy, Media
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Pediatricians can make a difference by using social media wisely, engaging with media, being active in public policy and educating parents.
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