The Impact of Cesarean Delivery on Transmission of Infectious Agents to the Neonate

The rate of cesarean deliveries has increased dramatically over the past decade.

New Horse Course on Targeting Foal Disease Available

Neonate losses are a significant problem for the equine industry. In one study in an equine-dense area, 68% of foal deaths occurred within the first month of life, with 41% occurring during the first week of ...

The Marine Mammal Center Comes to the Aid of an Abandoned Neonate Hawaiian Monk Seal

A young Hawaiian monk seal was found abandoned on the island of Kauai. Rehabilitation efforts are underway to care for this animal which belongs to a species of pinniped near the brink of extinction.

In cellulitis, managed in the community, when should you refer to hospital?

According to the CKS guideline on cellulitis [1] "Consider urgent hospital admission for intravenous antibiotic treatment if: - Severe or rapidly worsening infection - Systemic illness or vomiting - Suspected ...

Noninvasive Ventilation in the Neonate

One of the most common and concerning complications seen in low-birth-weight infants is chronic lung disease.

Osteogenesis Imperfecta in the Neonate

Osteogenesis imperfecta is a rare heterozygous disorder of collagen production. It is characterized by osteopenia, blue sclera, bone deformities, and progressive hearing loss.

Current Pediatric Therapy - Volume 17 ~Free P&P~

CURRENT PEDIATRIC THERAPY Volume 17 The books are new/unused and in excellent condition.

Current Pediatric Therapy - Volume 17

CURRENT PEDIATRIC THERAPY Volume 17 The book is new and in has a slight scratch on the front of the book which is barely visible.

CORRESPONDENCE: More on Medium-Chain Acyl-Coenzyme A Dehydrogenase Deficiency in a Neonate

To the Editor: Rice and colleagues 1 report a severe neonatal presentation of medium-chain acyl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase deficiency and suggest that newborn screening results should be communicated by 72 hours ...

Strategies to Improve Vaccines for the Neonate

Background image: Vaccine & Infectious Disease Organization Aside from clean water, vaccination has proven to be the most effective means of controlling infectious diseases.