Despite the recognition of stigma’s role in health disparities, however, the A.A.P. guidelines remain firmly and primarily at the individual level. That is, the patient is being asked to undergo ...

A new generation of weight loss drugs has helped some people lose significant amounts of weight and improve their health.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has published its first clinical guideline for pediatricians on prescribing opioids, including explicit instructions on how and when to prescribe these ...

Although both parents and pediatricians understand the need to treat kids with hypertension, few believe the diagnosis or ...

Weight-loss medications surged in popularity this year. A survey from Kaiser Family Foundation found one in eight adults have ...

So, the American Academy of Pediatrics has taken a half step back — validating its previous support but also willing to engage in deeper studies. From the New York Times story: The American ...

Elvie, a female-founded hardware startup, has unveiled a new app-controlled smart bouncer that gently transforms into a ...