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Tachypnea Is a Poor Predictor of Pneumonia in Children

An elevated respiratory rate in children younger than 5 years is less than 50% sensitive for predicting pneumonia.

SUMMARY AND COMMENT

Rotavirus Vaccine: Benefits and a Possible RiskFree

Three new studies show that rotavirus vaccine is safe and effective, even in developing countries, but it may be risky for severely immunodeficient children.

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A New Culprit for Pharyngitis in AdolescentsFree

A gram-negative anaerobe that causes Lemierre syndrome has become a common cause of pharyngitis.

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C-Reactive Protein Level Predicts SBI in Febrile Neonates

In well-appearing neonates with fever without a source, CRP measured more than 12 hours after fever onset was a better predictor of severe bacterial infection than ANC or WBC.

SUMMARY AND COMMENT

H1N1: What Have We Learned?

An overview of the history, presentation, diagnosis, and management of 2009 H1N1 influenza, with a focus on children

SUMMARY AND COMMENT

Human Metapneumovirus: Innocent Bystander or Important Pathogen?Free

Among young children with alveolar infiltrates, HMPV was second only to RSV as a viral pathogen.

FEATURE

Looking Far Afield . . .

Some day, perhaps, we will fight HPV infection by inhibiting furin proprotein convertases.

SUMMARY AND COMMENT

A Single H1N1 Immunization for Children?

A randomized clinical trial showed that a single 15-µg dose was immunogenic for children aged 6 months or older. CME

SUMMARY AND COMMENT

Treatment of Gastroenteritis in Children

Guideline adherence was associated with 50% lower costs in the treatment of outpatients with uncomplicated acute gastroenteritis.

More Progress on Preventing HIV Infection in InfantsFree

Three trials this year pointed to the benefits of extending maternal antiretroviral prophylaxis throughout the breast-feeding period.

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