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Dr Hallas says: Advocate for removal of toxic heavy metals in baby foods
As advocates for child health, PNPs should actively support the Healthy Babies Bright Futures recommendations to create public health policies that ensure food safety and the removal of toxic heavy metals from infant and toddler food supplies. In fact, our advocacy should go beyond the infant food supply to all foods, to protect the health and well-being of all individuals regardless of age. Toxic metals should not be a part of anyone’s daily dietary intake.
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Close gaps in chronic asthma care with telehealth
For children with chronic conditions like asthma in rural, underserved communities, school-based telehealth can help close the gap.
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Does fast food increase risk of depression in teens?
Fast food is a common element of many teenagers’ diets. This ubiquitous nature has frustrated pediatric providers fighting the tide of pediatric obesity, but a recent small study from University of Alabama at Birmingham researchers indicates that another negative consequence could be an increased risk of depression.

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The long-lasting effects of antibiotics on preterm infants
Using antibiotics for extended periods in preterm infants can have long-term damaging effects to their gut microbiota, according to a study.

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