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pediatric care
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New York Postpolitics12 days ago
Cleveland Clinic agrees to 20-year ban on sex-change treatments for minors
The hospital reached a settlement with the Justice Department that includes a commitment to provide detransition care. Texas Children's Hospital separately plans to open a clinic for patients seeking to reverse prior treatments.
nbcnews.compolitics20 days ago
Vanderbilt Study Finds 15 Patients Sought Directed Blood Donations Based on COVID-19 Vaccine Status
A retrospective review at Vanderbilt University Medical Center documented transfusion and surgical delays among patients who requested blood from unvaccinated donors between January 2024 and December 2025.
Forbesfinance24 days ago
UnitedHealthcare to Cut Two-Thirds of Prior Approvals for Patients Under 18
UnitedHealthcare said it will remove two-thirds of authorization requirements for members under age 18 by the end of 2026. The change applies to commercial and Medicaid plans and covers many diagnostic services, routine procedures, and specialty care.
winnipegfreepress.comworld46 days ago
Newborns Face Increased Risk of Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding as Parents Decline Shots
Newborns who do not receive a vitamin K shot at birth are 81 times more likely to develop vitamin K deficiency bleeding, a condition that can cause brain hemorrhaging, seizures and death. Between 2017 and 2024, nearly 200,000 newborns did not receive the injection, a 77 percent i…
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Doctor Discusses Raising Son with Angelman Syndrome and Its Family Impact
A physician recounts experiences raising a child diagnosed with Angelman syndrome. The condition involves developmental delays and affects communication and movement. The doctor describes changes in family dynamics and his professional approach to patient care.