Thrombocytopenia, a common hematologic threat to neonates, can induce severe complications including intracranial hemorrhage, particular to those premature infants with coexisting conditions. Although some nations have endeavored to understand the disease, valuable data is still scarce, especially in resource-constrained environments such as Ethiopia.
A research assigned to the Northwestern Amhara Region Comprehensive Specialized Hospitals in Ethiopia,…
In a groundbreaking session at the ESCMID Global 2025 conference in Vienna, Austria, researchers revealed the startling truth that over three million children globally succumbed to infections related to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in 2022 alone. This compelling evidence underscores an immediate need for comprehensive strategies to address pediatric AMR, especially in areas bearing the brunt…
In the midst of a health crisis, the staff of Kentucky Children’s Hospital (KCH) has managed to bring some normalcy and joy to the lives of their young patients with their annual 'Reverse Trick-or-Treat' event. This initiative, now into its seventh year, pivots the usual Halloween celebrations to cater to the hospital-bound children who might…
Infection Control Today (ICT) recently added another segment to their expert series where they present the Editorial Board Members of ICT. These are the vanguards, the emissaries who are constantly pushing the boundaries of healthcare safety through their relentless commitment to preventative care in relation to infectious diseases.
David Levine, PhD, DPT, MPH, FAPTA, is a…
With children gearing up for school resumption, head lice infestation, scientifically known as pediculosis, has once again become a prevalent concern for healthcare providers, particularly those in pediatrics. This condition, although a common nuisance worldwide, disproportionately affects school-aged children due to their frequent and close interactions at daycare centers, during playdates, and in classroom settings.…