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New Omaha mental health center offers 24/7 support for children
Pediatric Psychiatrist says no child is beyond help: 'We are here for everyone'
Local health officials identify first pediatric flu death in Ohio
"This is a sad and serious event that breaks our hearts.”
BOOK REVIEW: Science Under Siege by Michael E. Mann and Peter J. Hotez
By Jim Heffernan Michael E. Mann, a distinguished climate scientist professor, and Peter J Hotez, a noted scientist and pediatrician, got together to produce a very good book about anti-science, which threatens…
Ohio health officials report state's first pediatric flu death this season, urge vaccinations
The Ohio Department of Health has reported the state's first pediatric flu death of the season.
Duke Health sees flu cases double in past week, spike in pediatric illnesses
Flu cases at Duke Health more than doubled in a single week. A Duke Health doctor noted that a lower vaccination rate is contributing to a more severe season than last year.
Patients in Green Bay, Appleton got new options in 2025, with more on the way
From pediatric urgent care to a new rehabilitation hospital, here's what's recently opened and what's on the way for Green Bay, Appleton
Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programs
The suit alleges HHS made the cuts in retaliation for the doctors' group speaking out against the Trump administration's positions and actions.
Pediatrics group sues U.S. agency for cutting funds for children's health programs
Earlier this month, the federal government 'abruptly terminated' grants to the group, the lawsuit says.
Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programs
The American Academy of Pediatrics sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday, seeking to block nearly $12 million in cuts to the group.
Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programs
The American Academy of Pediatrics sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday, seeking to block nearly $12 million in cuts to the group.
Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programs
The American Academy of Pediatrics sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday, seeking to block nearly $12 million in cuts to the group
This cancer-fighting molecule took 50 years to build
MIT scientists have achieved the first-ever lab synthesis of verticillin A, a complex fungal compound discovered in 1970. Its delicate structure stalled chemists for decades, despite differing from related molecules by only two atoms. With the synthesis finally complete, researchers created new variants that showed strong activity against a rare pediatric brain cancer. The breakthrough could unlock an entire class of previously unreachable cancer-fighting molecules.
Pediatrician says HHS grant cuts ‘clearly detrimental to the health of America's children’
Dr. Peter Hotez joins Meet the Press NOW to explain how grant cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services could impact millions of American children and their parents. NBC News Medical Reporter Erika Edwards reports on the Trump administration's moves to end transition-related care for minors nationwide.
HHS Cuts Children’s Health Grants After Pediatric Association Criticizes RFK Jr
An internal HHS official flagged “identity-based language,” referencing a line discussing “racism and poverty.”…
RFK Jr.'s Health Department Just Pulled Millions in Funding from the American Academy of Pediatrics
The grants involved research studying autism and sudden infant deaths.
Fact-checking Trump's speech and centrist Republicans' health care revolt: Morning Rundown
Plus, HHS terminates millions in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
CMA warns federal cuts to American Academy of Pediatrics undermine children's health
CMA President and pediatrician René Bravo, M.D., issued the following statement following the U.S. Department of Health...
American Academy of Pediatrics loses government funding after criticizing RFK Jr
Cuts, which affect projects focused on issues including early identification of autism, made without prior notice to AAP
HHS cuts millions in grants to the American Academy of Pediatrics
The move marks an escalation in the agency’s clash with the medical group, which is suing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over vaccine policy.
American Academy of Pediatrics loses HHS funding after criticizing RFK Jr.
HHS cuts key AAP grants, citing concerns about “identity-based language” and insufficient focus on agency priorities. The organization said the cuts could harm child health.
MIT-Hood Pediatric Innovation Hub convenes leaders to advance pediatric health
At the 2025 MIT-Hood Pediatric Innovation event, more than 100 leaders from academia, hospitals, and industry gathered at Boston’s Museum of Science to confront the challenges facing pediatric medicine — and to explore new, collaborative models for turning breakthroughs into better care for children.
Legacy Health strike grows as 80 urgent care, pediatric care providers plan walkouts
Nurse practitioners and physician associates at Legacy-GoHealth clinics and pediatric care plan two-day walkouts.
A Trump-touted drug for autism is now in demand, but doctors see a dilemma
Pediatricians debate leucovorin for autism treatment after Trump’s endorsement of the drug.
Record-setting gift to Boston Children's to transform pediatric behavioral health
Boston Children's Hospital announced Wednesday a record gift of $100 million that it says will "transform the future of pediatric behavioral health care."
PTC Therapeutics Announces Health Canada Approval of Sephience™ (sepiapterin) for the Treatment of Children and Adults Living with Phenylketonuria (PKU)
PTC Therapeutics Canada ULC announced that Health Canada has approved Sephience™ (sepiapterin) for the treatment of children and adults living with phenylketonuria (PKU). The approval includes broad labeling for the treatment of hyperphenylalaninemia (HPA) in adult and pediatric patients 1 month old and older with sepiapterin-responsive PKU.
Manlius pediatrician, who draws vaccine skeptics, faces felony over her kid’s vaccine records
New York put the doctor on its vaccine fraud awareness list. She’s now suing the state in federal court.
Healing comes full circle at Loma Linda University Children’s Health
Pediatric oncology nurse Heather Kono's journey with Loma Linda University Children’s Health began long before she put on scrubs.
Agora Open Science Trust Announces Nomination of M4K2009 as Lead Development Candidate for Pediatric Brain Cancer Therapy
TORONTO, December 08, 2025--Agora Open Science Trust today announced the nomination of M4K2009 as the lead development candidate for its M4K Pharma program, which applies open science to drive the development of an affordable treatment for Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), a rare and devastating pediatric brain cancer. Nominating a lead development candidate marks the point where a discovery program selects a single molecule with the highest potential to advance further towards human clin
Pediatrician and Geneticist to Receive 2026 Trinity College President’s Medal for Science and Innovation
Pediatrician and geneticist D. Holmes Morton, M.D., IDP’79, H’90 will receive the 2026 Trinity College President’s Medal for Science and Innovation, which recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the STEM fields.
University of Utah Health AirMed Perinatal Team Honored with National Award for Excellence
University of Utah Health’s AirMed Perinatal Team won a national award for excellence, recognizing their innovative approach to neonatal and pediatric care.
Holiday gatherings can spread germs. Here are a few tips to stay healthy
The holidays bring family and fun — but also a higher risk of illness. A pediatrician shares simple tips to stay healthy, from washing hands to getting your flu shot.