JAMA Pediatrics

11/25/2025

A large population-based study in Norway found substantial prevalence of avoidant/restrictive food intake patterns, particularly transient and persistent forms, with affected children at higher risk for developmental challenges and neurodevelopmental diagnoses.

This cohort study investigates the prevalence of avoidant/restrictive food intake (ARFI) in the general pediatric population, developmental characteristics of affected children, and the genetic underpinnings of ARFI symptoms.

11/24/2025

Testicular torsion is a common cause of testicular pain. It occurs when the testicle twists on its cord (called the spermatic cord), resulting in immediate decreased blood flow.

This JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page describes the symptoms and treatment for testicular torsion in boys.

https://ja.ma/3Kl7Swa

11/24/2025

Among more than 340,000 Oregon births, transferred community deliveries carried increased odds of fetal death, low Apgar scores, and medical interventions versus planned hospital births. Completed community births generally showed decreased risk of interventions and comparable perinatal outcomes.

https://ja.ma/4oWxXRd

11/23/2025

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that affects the breathing system and causes symptoms like runny nose, cough, and sore throat.

This JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page describes RSV in children and how to prevent its spread. https://ja.ma/4ptPwYY

11/22/2025

Despite recommendations from major health organizations like the CDC and AAP, neonatal male circumcision rates in the US declined from 2012 to 2022, particularly among White neonates. https://ja.ma/44nFf8k

11/21/2025

The US government spent over $27 billion from 2015 to 2022 on drugs with deferred or incomplete pediatric trials mandated by the Pediatric Research Equity Act, which affects compliance with required testing before drug approval. https://ja.ma/3M0dL2l

11/20/2025

"The pediatric su***de crisis is not abating, and clinicians and systems need more evidence-based tools now and in the future." Learn more in this Editorial. https://ja.ma/484SPyt

11/19/2025

Editorial: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces historic Medicaid funding cuts, challenging states to safeguard children's health coverage and prompting calls for innovative, comprehensive care solutions. https://ja.ma/47P5M0I

11/19/2025

Medicaid paid for 48% of pediatric hospitalizations and 51% of total hospital charges; pending funding cuts could strain health systems, especially in rural communities that rely heavily on Medicaid support. https://ja.ma/48nDU3S

11/19/2025

Systematic Review: Despite rising youth su***de rates, current evidence for effective interventions is limited, highlighting the need for novel, developmentally and trauma-informed treatments and multilevel interventions. https://ja.ma/3JS2Y9T

11/18/2025

Once-weekly navepegritide increased growth velocity and improved skeletal alignment and quality of life in children with achondroplasia, with a safety profile comparable to placebo. https://ja.ma/43yY1cC

11/17/2025

Momentary screen use was linked to lower positive and negative affect in young children, but interactive activities and co-use with others boosted positive mood. https://ja.ma/4piwdSk