Infectious Diseases in Children Current Issue

The following articles appeared in the print edition of Infectious Diseases in Children.

Table of Contents

• QIV may add greater protection for 2013-2014 flu season
• CDC: Latest cyclosporiasis cases may not be linked to Midwest outbreak
• Measles outbreaks result of unvaccinated population
• Booster dose of 4CMenB increased protection
• CDC: Antibiotic resistance a serious health threat, requires urgent action
• Symposium to highlight important issues in practice, internationally known experts
• Timing is critical with this unique influenza season Kathryn M. Edwards, MD
• IMDx assay receives FDA clearance for influenza, RSV
• New test returned rapid diagnosis for pediatric TB
• Early warning scores identified children in need of ICU care
• Listeriosis outbreak linked to unsanitary conditions at processing facility
• Reasons for mumps outbreaks in vaccinated population remain unclear
• Convenience leads many parents to retail clinics instead of PCP
• Breast-feeding could decrease ADHD risk
• LAIV4 expected to replace LAIV3 this flu season
• Progress against child mortality ‘unfinished’
• Vitamin D3 supplementation ineffective for diarrheal disease
• Sepsis risk prediction tool assessed
• Antibiotic stewardship interventions resulted in decreased treatment duration
• Rhinovirus frequently tied to pediatric CAP
• HPV and influenza vaccinations: Methods to 
improve coverage rates Edward A. Bell, PharmD, BCPS
• A 4-year-old boy with multiple edematous, 
pruritic red papules on the arms and legs Marissa J. Perman, MD
• A 6-month-old presents with intense 
crying, possible back pain James H. Brien, DO