Babies are getting fewer ear infections than they did in the 80s and 90s, according to researchers at the University of Texas. Doctors said more breastfeeding, less exposure to tobacco smoke and a rise in vaccine use have contributed to the drop.
To address growing numbers of chronically ill children and a shortage of specialists, the American Academy of Pediatrics wants to overhaul how graduate medical education is funded. The AAP has recommended more money to train pediatric specialists and surgeons.
Terminal cancer patients who choose to die at home may live longer, according to researchers in Japan. They found that good hospice home care does not shorten life and may actually prolong survival.
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1- Pediatrics
2- American Academy of Pediatrics
3- Cancer
