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health-pediatrics1 year ago

"Study Reveals Persistent Unsafe Sleep Practices Despite Awareness of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome"

A recent analysis of sudden infant deaths found that more than three-quarters involved multiple unsafe sleep practices, such as co-sleeping and soft bedding. The study, which looked at 7,595 cases, revealed that most deaths occurred in babies under 3 months old, with a majority sharing a sleep surface and being in an adult bed at the time of death. The analysis highlighted known risk factors for sudden infant death and emphasized the need to educate families about creating safer sleep spaces for infants.

health-pediatrics2 years ago

The Mysterious Decline of a Nonstop Crying Baby

A detailed case report in the New England Journal of Medicine describes the puzzling case of an 8-week-old baby who began crying more and became increasingly irritable before rapidly declining. Despite numerous tests, including blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds, doctors were unable to determine the cause. The baby eventually showed signs of lethargy, difficulty breathing, and muscle weakness, leading to intubation and mechanical ventilation in the pediatric intensive care unit.

health-pediatrics2 years ago

"UNC Children's Faces Capacity Strain Due to Respiratory Illnesses"

UNC Children's Hospital in Chapel Hill is operating at full capacity due to a surge in respiratory illnesses, with children experiencing difficulty breathing and requiring additional support or supplemental oxygen. The hospital's pediatric emergency room has been overwhelmed, with patients waiting hours for beds, leading to delays in elective procedures. While some patients are admitted with COVID, most pediatric cases are currently caused by the flu, RSV, and rhinovirus. The hospital is urging parents to keep their child's vaccinations up to date and to keep sick children home from school to help mitigate the spread of illnesses.