European Society for Paediatric Infectious Diseases - ESPID’s Post

The injustice of antibiotic resistance.      One out of every five deaths due to AMR are children under the age of five. 99% of these children are in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).    We need smarter policy and better treatments to right this wrong. In this policy paper, we lay out what needs to change and how GARDP and others are already making progress.   

Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) in children: use of fibroscan Caitlin Murphy, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, discusses her work in identifying identifying #fibroscan markers of #liver stiffness and steatosis, with #anthriopometry, #ultrasound and biochemical liver functions tests in 76 children with #MASLD. The majority of #children were found to have evidence of significant #steatosis and mild #fibrosis, both of which are completely reversible at the stage of identification. This interview took place at the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) conference 2024 in Birmingham, UK Paediatric Video Journal (PVJ) https://lnkd.in/edJsiuJ5 #RCPCH #MASLD #Fibroscan #Children #Paedaitric #Research #RCPCH24

Iam thrilled to have completed the certificate course on the Management of Tuberculosis in Children and Adolescents – Management Considerations! This course deepened my understanding of the specific challenges in diagnosing and treating TB in younger populations, including considerations for tailored treatment and care. I'm excited to apply this knowledge to improve TB management and care for children and adolescents in clinical practice. #Tuberculosis #ChildHealth #PublicHealth #TBManagement #Healthcare #MedicalEducation #TBPrevention

Survive and thrive: Improving the global AMR response for healthier children and newborns.  Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to children's survival and health worldwide, with 1 out of every 5 deaths due to AMR occurring in children under the age of five.  Even though children are disproportionately affected by drug-resistant infections, they are being left behind in the current global AMR response.  GARDP's paediatric policy paper examines the reasons for this situation and provides recommendations to put children at the centre of our AMR response.  “Newborns in many African countries are disproportionately affected by drug-resistant infections. We hope GARDP’s work will ultimately lead to a better outcome for newborns so that they are able to survive and thrive.” Professor Ntobeko Ntusi – President and CEO of the South African Medical Research Council, which supports GARDP’s neonatal sepsis programme Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dc7w_yBM #AMR #PolicyPaper #AntibioticResistance #ChildrenHealth #SurviveAndThrive 

The numbers don't lie. 1 out of every 5 people who die due to AMR is a child under 5 years old. Yet children are almost entirely left out the global public response to AMR. This is unconscionable. GARDP's work on children is one of aspects that I'm most proud of. This policy paper is part of our efforts to improve care for newborns and children with bacterial infections. https://lnkd.in/e6ivqci5

A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says about 2.3% of pregnant women had no prenatal care in 2023, up 5% from the previous year. Nearly 5% of women had prenatal care in only their third trimester. These stats are concerning and could lead to #MaternalMortality. Our 2024 Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Prevention Report equips #HealthcareLeaders with five key findings that need attention to protect and improve #MaternalHealth outcomes. Explore the report: https://lnkd.in/e6qmJySm #MaternalOutcomes

“Our goal is to improve the quality of care for individuals living with migraine by providing healthcare professionals with the tools and knowledge they need to effectively manage this complex condition.” – Suzanne Christie, CHS President The Canadian Headache Society (CHS) has released updated Migraine Prevention Guidelines for healthcare professionals. These guidelines provide the latest evidence-based strategies to improve outcomes for Canadians living with migraines. Implementation Science is an evidence-based and innovative approach to support guideline adoption and help healthcare providers adopt evidence-based strategies to enhance patient care. It is also one of Bridge’s pillars supporting CPD (continuing professional development), KT (knowledge translation) and CE (continuing education). Article: https://lnkd.in/gjeVuDdA #CHS #therapeutics #evidencebasedpractice #patientcare

We need to improve the global AMR response for healthier children and newborns.   With 1 in 5 AMR-related deaths occurring in children under five, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major threat to children's health and survival worldwide. Yet, despite this fact, children remain overlooked in the global AMR response.   GARDP’s new pediatric policy paper sheds light on the reasons for this situation and provides recommendations to put children at the centre of our AMR response.   Together with our partners, GARDP is leading efforts to center the global AMR response on children.  https://lnkd.in/ei3efywE

🌟 Attention Parents and Healthcare Providers 🌟 A recent Swedish study (Njotto, 2023) has revealed alarming data: children exposed to antibiotics in their first 2 years of life have a 50% higher chance of developing autism, presenting a relative risk of 146. This significant finding prompts a critical review of how we administrate antibiotics, especially to our youngest. As parents, the urgency to alleviate our child's discomfort is understandable, but it is essential to consider the long-term effects of early antibiotic use. Healthcare providers, while under considerable pressure to act swiftly, must exercise extreme caution in antibiotic prescription. The implications extend beyond immediate health issues, as similar patterns have been noted linking early antibiotic exposure to type 2 diabetes, obesity, autoimmune diseases, and more. I fully support when parents inquire about the necessity of antibiotics and engage in open discussions regarding potential risks, leaning toward a 'wait and see' approach, especially for conditions like otitis media, a frequent reason for antibiotic prescriptions. Let’s commit to making well-informed decisions that prioritize the long-term well-being of our children. Their health today will shape their futures tomorrow. 💕👨👩👧👦🩺 Join the conversation on responsible antibiotic use and safeguarding our children’s futures. #ChildHealth #AntibioticsAwareness #InformedDecisions #Parenting #Healthcare