Diabetic ketoacidosis — what you need to know
Diabetic ketoacidosis is a complication of uncontrolled diabetes that results from a lack of insulin and causes high levels of ketones.
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Myocarditis (heart inflammation) and the COVID-19 vaccine
The CDC is looking into reports that a small number of adolescents and young adults developed a heart issue called myocarditis after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
The ABCs of LGBTQ terminology
Here’s a quick review of LGBTQ terminology as well as an explanation of pronoun use when referring to gender identity.
Five tips from pediatricians to get ready for a summer of ‘normal’
Returning to our usual routines this summer isn’t as simple as putting on our swimsuits and heading out the door.
Why doctors ask to speak to teen patients alone
When a doctor speaks to a teen alone, the conversation is to get a feel for what is going on in their life, including school, activities and social interactions.
