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Pediatric News0031-398X441January 2010 © 2010 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. healthpermissions@elsevier.comhttp://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700011/abstract?rss=yesWASHINGTON — The number of teenagers reporting marijuana use is up slightly over the last 2 years, along with the proportion of those reporting any illicit drug use, according to the biannual Monitoring the Future survey, which is conducted for the National Institute on Drug Abuse.Teen Marijuana Use Up Slightly in 2 YearsALICIA AULT10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70001-1Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1News11http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700023/abstract?rss=yesApproximately 1% of 8-year-old children in the United States meet criteria for an autism spectrum disorder, based on results of a nationwide study of 8-year-olds conducted in 2006. The findings were published in a surveillance summary as part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.About 1% of U.S. 8-Year-Olds Have Autism Spectrum DisordersHEIDI SPLETE10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70002-3Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1News11http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700035/abstract?rss=yesPediatric News is changing its look and content to meet your information needs. Over the last year, we listened as you and our editorial advisers described how you want to read the news.PEDIATRIC NEWS Unveils a New Look for the New YearCatherine Cooper Nellist, Mary Jo Dales10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70003-5Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1News22http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700047/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Substance use is low in adolescents seeking bariatric surgery.Substance Use Low in Teens Seeking Bariatric SurgeryHEIDI SPLETE10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70004-7Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1News22http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700059/abstract?rss=yesVital Signs: Who's to Blame for the Health Care System's Problems?10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70005-9Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1News22http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700060/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Children with IBD have a significantly increased risk for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.IBD in Kids Tied to Lupus, Rheumatoid ArthritisMIRIAM E. TUCKER10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70006-0Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1News45http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700072/abstract?rss=yesThe Food and Drug Administration had been expected to rule on the approval of the Prevnar 13 vaccine for pneumococcal disease by the end of the year, but as of press time, the agency had not announced its decision.No Word From FDA on Prevnar 13 ApprovalAlicia Ault10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70007-2Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1News44http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700084/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Four criteria suggested monthly monitoring was advisable in 75% of 70 infants with congenital hypothyroidism in the first 6 months of life and in 35% during the second 6 months.Monitoring Hypothyroid Infants Monthly AdvisedMIRIAM E. TUCKER10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70008-4Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1News88http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700096/abstract?rss=yes DR. JACKSON is chief of pediatric infectious diseases at Children's Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, Mo., and professor of pediatrics at the University of Missouri–Kansas City. Dr. Jackson has participated in federally funded trials of the H1N1 and rotavirus vaccines. She has no disclosures regarding vaccine manufacturers. E-mail her at pdnews@elsevier.com.Predictions for 2010: Flu, Resistance, and MoreMARY ANNE JACKSON10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70009-6Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1ID Consult99http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700102/abstract?rss=yesPHILADELPHIA — Community-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus skin infections occur significantly less often among children with atopic dermatitis than among other outpatients with skin and soft tissue infections, based on a retrospective study of 78 children.CA-MRSA Found Less Often in Kids With Atopic DermatitisKERRI WACHTER10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70010-2Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Infectious Diseases99http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700114/abstract?rss=yesGAITHERSBURG, MD. — Studies of an inhaled formulation of the monobactam antibiotic aztreonam in patients with cystic fibrosis show that it is a safe and effective treatment for Pseudomonas aeruginosa lung infections in this population, most of a federal advisory panel agreed.FDA Panel OKs Antibiotic For Pseudomonas in CFELIZABETH MECHCATIE10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70011-4Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Infectious Diseases1616http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700126/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: One 15-mcg dose of 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine appears adequate in 93% of infants and children.Study: One Dose of H1N1 Vaccine May SufficeDOUG BRUNK10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70012-6Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Infectious Diseases1717http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700138/abstract?rss=yesWe asked our Pediatric News Editorial Advisory Board members for their predictions of what some of the top issues of importance for the pediatrics specialty will be in 2010. Here is what they wrote.Predicting the Year Ahead in Pediatrics10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70013-8Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Opinion1818http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X1070014X/abstract?rss=yes DR. SKOLNIK is the associate director of the family medicine residency program at Abington (Pa.) Memorial Hospital. DR. NOTTE is in private practice in Chalfont, Pa. They work with EHR Practice Consultants (www.ehrpc.com), helping practices move to EHR systems. Contact them at info@ehrpc.comA Look at HardwareNEIL SKOLNIK, CHRIS NOTTE10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70014-XPediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Commentary2020http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700151/abstract?rss=yes DR. WILKOFF practices general pediatrics in a multispecialty group practice in Brunswick, Maine. E-mail Dr. Wilkoff at pdnews@elsevier.com. I snaked my way between the crowded tables of Friday evening revelers, late again. Despite continuous tweaking and re-tweaking of our schedules, we still manage to run late at least 25% of the time. If your goal is to never be too busy, you'll never be busy enough to pay the bills.Saving Lives?WILLIAM G. WILKOFF10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70015-1Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Letters From Maine2323http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700163/abstract?rss=yes DR. COHEN is in private practice in San Diego and is an American Academy of Pediatrics delegate to the American Medical Association. He also is a member of the Pediatric News Editorial Advisory Board. Dr. Cohen is on the speakers bureau for Sanofi Pasteur, GlaxoSmithKline, and MedImmune Inc. To comment, e-mail pdnews@elsevier.com.Rethinking the AAP Presidential Election ProcessSTUART A. COHEN10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70016-3Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Adviser's Perspective2424http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700175/abstract?rss=yes DR. ZIEMKOWSKI is the family medicine clerkship director at Michigan State University/Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies. He has no conflicts of interest with any of the Web sites in this column.Putting the Web to Use in PracticePETER J. ZIEMKOWSKI10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70017-5Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Commentary2424http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700187/abstract?rss=yesThe atypical antipsychotic aripiprazole has been approved for treating irritability associated with autistic disorder in children and adolescents aged 6–17 years. Irritability includes symptoms of aggression toward others, deliberate self-injuriousness, temper tantrums, and quickly changing moods, the manufacturers said.Aripiprazole OK'd for Autism-Related IrritabilityELIZABETH MECHCATIE10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70018-7Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Pediatrics2525http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700199/abstract?rss=yesResearchers have identified a “potential association” between bipolar disorder and a gene that regulates circadian rhythms, a study of children and adolescents with bipolar disorder and their families shows.Circadian Clock Genes Linked to Bipolar Disorder in ChildrenELIZABETH MECHCATIE10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70019-9Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Pediatrics2525http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700205/abstract?rss=yesSPEARFISH CANYON, S.D. — Four direction points on a Lakota Sioux medicine wheel are shaping behavioral assessments of children, with clinicians sitting elbow-to-elbow with educators and youth workers as they learn to assess development according to resiliency, strengths, and each child's private logic.New Approach to Developmental AssessmentBETSY BATES10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70020-5Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Pediatrics2626http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700217/abstract?rss=yesSPEARFISH CANYON, S.D. — Armed with stickers, chart check-off forms, and a bright picture of the Circle of Courage, Dr. Paula Duncan and her associates are teaching pediatricians, family physicians, and their staff throughout Vermont how to assess preteens and adolescents for the riskiest health challenges they face.Quality Improvement May Rely on Screening for StrengthsBETSY BATES10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70021-7Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Pediatrics2626http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700229/abstract?rss=yes DR. HOWARD is assistant professor of pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, and creator of CHADIS, the Child Health and Development Interactive System (www.CHADIS.com). E-mail Dr. Howard at pdnews@elsevier.comThe Other Face of ADHD: Inattentive TypeBARBARA J. HOWARD10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70022-9Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Consult3232http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700230/abstract?rss=yesATLANTA — A single, traumatic injury is associated with more psychiatric diagnoses and more psychotropic medication prescriptions among adolescents than among those uninjured, according to a large, prospective, cohort study.Traumatic Injury in Teens Increases Psychiatric DiagnosesDAMIAN McNAMARA10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70023-0Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Pediatrics3232http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700242/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Online social networks can have positive effects on adolescent identity formation.Clues from Social Networks Can Be ValuableROBERT FINN10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70024-2Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Pediatrics3333http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700254/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Bereaved children are significantly more likely to show symptoms of separation anxiety and conduct disorder than those who have not experienced such a loss.Death of a Parent Is Associated With Separation AnxietyROBERT FINN10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70025-4Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Pediatrics3333http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700266/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Sports team participation increased the risk of binge drinking and fighting in males; it had protective effects in white females, but not black females.Teen Team Sports May Be Tied to Risky BehaviorJAY CHERNIAK10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70026-6Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Behavioral Pediatrics3434http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700278/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Lubiprostone therapy significantly improved spontaneous bowel movement frequency in children with functional constipation.Lubiprostone Improves Functional ConstipationMIRIAM E. TUCKER10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70027-8Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Clinical Rounds3636http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X1070028X/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Pediatric emergency medicine physicians may lack current knowledge about child passenger safety.Child Passenger Safety Knowledge Lacking in EDKERRI WACHTER10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70028-XPediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Clinical Rounds3737http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700291/abstract?rss=yes DR. CUMMINGS is an attending pediatric cardiologist at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children and a member of the pediatric faculty at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Cummings had no disclosures to make regarding this column. To comment, e-mail her at pdnews@elsevier.com.The Child With Familial HyperlipidemiaROSE CUMMINGS10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70029-1Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Subspecialist Consult3838http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700308/abstract?rss=yesALEXANDRIA, VA. — Soy protein–based infant formula poses “minimal concern” for adverse developmental effects in infants, according to a 14-member panel from the National Toxicology Program who reviewed data from studies of animals and humans.Toxicology Panel Finds Soy Infant Formula Poses Minimal Risk for Adverse Developmental EffectsJEFF EVANS10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70030-8Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Clinical Rounds3838http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X1070031X/abstract?rss=yesWASHINGTON — Understanding the pathogenesis of acne better equips physicians to manage the disorder and educate patients, Dr. Richard J. Antaya advised at the annual meeting of the American Academy of Pediatrics.Understanding Acne Aids in TreatmentChristine Kilgore10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70031-XPediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Clinical Rounds3838http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700321/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: In children with vitiligo, it is important to check for associated diseases such as hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and diabetes.Expert Urges Aggressive Tx of Vitiligo in KidsDAMIAN McNAMARA10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70032-1Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Clinical Rounds4040http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700333/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Some hope is being seen in survival and impairment trends for extremely preterm infants.Survival Hits 71% for Extremely Preterm InfantsSHERRY BOSCHERT10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70033-3Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Clinical Rounds4343http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700345/abstract?rss=yes DR. BEERS is an assistant professor of pediatrics at Children's National Medical Center in Washington. She also is a member of the PEDIATRIC NEWS Editorial Advisory Board and the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Residency Scholarships. Dr. Beers had no conflicts of interest to disclose. To comment, e-mail Dr. Beers at pdnews@elsevier.com.Using the Media to Convey Your MessageLEE SAVIO BEERS10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70034-5Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1On the Learning Curve4444http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700357/abstract?rss=yes Major Findings: Electronic medical records are essential to make pediatric medical homes a success, but systems for pediatricians fall short.Use of EMRs Urged to Implement Advanced Medical HomeCHRISTINE KILGORE10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70035-7Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Practice Trends4444http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700369/abstract?rss=yesThe Health and Human Services Department has released long-awaited, proposed “meaningful use” criteria for providers interested in receiving bonuses of up to $64,000 for installing or upgrading electronic health information systems.Proposed Regs Outline Criteria for EHR IncentiveJOYCE FRIEDEN10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70036-9Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Practice Trends4646http://www.pediatricnews.com/article/PIIS0031398X10700370/abstract?rss=yesThe Department of Health and Human Services has awarded more than $72 million in bonuses to nine states for enrolling more eligible children in Medicaid and for making other improvements in that program as well as the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Funding for the state “performance bonuses” was included in the CHIP reauthorization last year. The states that qualified for bonuses adopted at least five of eight prescribed program features, such as using a joint application for both Medicaid and CHIP and streamlining eligibility renewals. The rewards went to Alaska, Alabama, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oregon, and Washington.Policy & Practice: Want more health reform news? Subscribe to our podcast – search “Policy & Practice” in the iTunes storeJane Anderson10.1016/S0031-398X(10)70037-0Pediatric News 44, 1 (2010)2010-01-01Pediatric News2010-01-01441S0031-398X(10)X7001-1Practice Trends4747