A large U.S. #study found adults with #autism were about twice as likely to have documented #eye conditions as matched controls, underscoring the importance of accessible, autism-informed #visioncare. Read Here: buff.ly/9dq1xaS
The Division of Child Health Research and Policy
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CHeRP is a multidisciplinary research group located in the Department of Population Medicine (DPM) @deptpopmed.bsky.social Our focuses include #pediatrichealth #decisionmaking #genomic #research #qualitativeresearch
Improving #contraceptive access starts with supply. In Senegal, a new distribution model increased #postpartum contraceptive use, but additional strategies are needed to reach #underserved populations. #familyplanning #maternalhealth Read Here:
#Maternalhealth outcomes remain challenged by fragmented #care and #inequities. A new roadmap shows how payers can help improve care and support #families through #pregnancy and beyond. Read Here: buff.ly/Jlse5uc
#GLP-1 #medications are changing #obesity and #diabetes #care, but important questions remain. Experts highlight the need for robust real-world evidence to guide #clinical, regulatory, and coverage decisions. #medicaldecisionmaking #healthcare @wrightcensored.bsky.social Read Here: buff.ly/ct8G8ub
Using page timestamps to estimate #sleep disruption, researchers found a 91.5% chance of receiving an overnight page during home call. This approach could help optimize trainee schedules and reduce #fatigue. #Ophthalmology #healthcare #healthtraining Read More Here: buff.ly/OfkM0ld
Most Americans support sharing #genetic risk information within families and believe relatives have a right to know. #Patient consent remains key, even when #clinician-supported #communication is used. #healthcare #pediatric #genomic #dna Read More Here: buff.ly/AEnIdwp
In a real-world study of 50,063 individuals, #genomicscreening identified actionable monogenic #disease #risk in 8.6% of participants, supporting earlier #intervention without substantially increasing #healthcare #costs or utilization. Read More Here: buff.ly/tXi3jIX
Are #GLP-1 #medications linked to NAION? Expert guidance finds evidence remains mixed, with a possible but low overall #risk. #Patients and #clinicians should weigh benefits and risks through shared #decisionmaking. Read More Here: buff.ly/qFhhVXl
A South Texas #study shows #cardiometabolic #genetictesting is both feasible and valuable in #Hispanic communities, revealing actionable risks and strong #patient support for using #genetics in #care. Read more here: buff.ly/oiz9we0
CYP2D6 variants vary significantly by #ancestry, and many common alleles remain unclassified. Inclusive #pharmacogenomics can help improve drug response predictions for #diverse #populations. Read More Here: buff.ly/ziTKQsx
New comment by @hadleyssmith.bsky.social is featured in Am J Bioeth! Personal Utility in #Healthcare System #Decision-Making: Addressing #Ethical Tensions Through Fit-for-Purpose Measurement Approaches Read More Here: buff.ly/c0cCFxO
#Children diagnosed with ROP are more likely to develop #strabismus—risk is even higher after #treatment. Findings highlight the importance of long‑term #eye follow‑up for premature #infants. #eyehealth #pediatrics Read More Here: buff.ly/HQZ2oMy
#Maternal #health in the U.S. suffers from fragmented care and inequities. New payer‑led strategies—early #pregnancy identification, coordinated and culturally tailored care, and #equity‑focused metrics—offer a path to better outcomes through collaboration and #reform. Read Here: buff.ly/qHAzvFX
#Amblyopia is treatable when caught early. Major #disparities persist in #diagnosis and #care. #Children from minority, low‑income, or underserved groups face delayed detection and poorer access. #Equity‑focused #research and systemic change are essential. #healthequity Read Here: buff.ly/NINSpR4
AYAs with #cancer want meaningful involvement in #treatment decisions, though preferred roles vary. Most felt their actual role matched their preference. #Parents and AYAs value shared decision‑making, but more support is needed for #pediatric‑to‑adult care transitions. Read here: buff.ly/7b4RqcQ
Public attitudes toward #genomic #newborn #screening in Germany are mostly positive but shaped by low knowledge and uncertainty. Higher knowledge and income boost support, while right‑leaning views align with more concerns. Improving #genetic literacy is key. Read More Here: buff.ly/fZgtFnw
Benjamin Le Cook, PhD will present at our next CHeRP Seminar! Dr. Cook is a health services researcher focused on improving quality of life and access to treatment for individuals living with mental illness and substance use disorder. Dr. Cook's LinkedIn Page: buff.ly/rbDH3vz
Congrats to @hadleyssmith.bsky.social, Ellen Kim and Ramesh Lamsal for presenting their posters at the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics! #genetics #posterpresentation #pediatric #genomic #newbornscreening #dna
PLEX shows promising #visual recovery in acute #opticneuritis across multiple causes, with better outcomes when started early. Severe initial #vision loss, older age, prior optic neuritis (ON), and #treatment delays reduce benefit. Major complications were rare. Read More Here: buff.ly/cNVDmhp
A national #study found major variation in #strabismus #surgery charges. #Costs were higher in the Northeast, South, nonteaching #hospitals, and lower‑income areas, raising concerns about #equity and access to care. Read More Here: buff.ly/qoK4Ptr
New research links #amblyopia to higher #risks of #obesity, #diabetes, #cardiovascular #disease, reduced physical activity, and several neuropsychiatric conditions. Findings highlight the importance of early detection and #intervention. Read More Here: buff.ly/i48pFYM
Parents from underrepresented communities are highly interested in #newborn #genomic sequencing but face #barriers like procedure discomfort, limited bandwidth, and concerns about results. Researchers offer recommendations to make studies more inclusive. Read More Here: buff.ly/fax6njs
#Parents in the #NICU view #genomic testing through a “problem‑solving” lens, using results to navigate #treatment, coping, parenting, and prognosis. This commentary connects the framework to existing models and highlights future research needs. #genomictesting Read More Here: buff.ly/fHA8JYD
Opportunistic #genomic screening for familial #hypercholesterolemia showed a small, non‑significant drop in LDL‑C, with Bayesian #analysis suggesting a likely benefit. Results hint at #clinical value but need larger trials. #Genomicscreening Read More Here: buff.ly/pJiZfj0
GLP‑1RA use has been linked to a lower #cataract #risk in a large #EHR‑based #study, but key limitations in #data quality, design, and #analysis mean the findings should be interpreted cautiously. #eyehealth #GLP1 #publichealth #research #Ophthalmology Read more here: buff.ly/labIwhN
📄 New survey study shows #primarycare physicians support universal #adolescent #depression screening. Health systems should design programs that match what clinicians value to boost screening uptake. #DepressionScreening #MentalHealth #Pediatrics @wrightcensored.bsky.social Link: buff.ly/UeGAiFC
🌟 Review highlights challenges &opportunities in using #genomics in #medicine. The authors call for agile, real-world data–driven evaluation strategies and a whole-system approach to integrate genomics equitably and sustainably in #healthcare. @hadleyssmith.bsky.social Read Here: buff.ly/An6N5wn
📈 New study finds that U.S. #children with #vision impairment have 71% higher odds of living in food-insecure households. 77% greater likelihood of more severe food insecurity. This highlights a key intersection of #pediatric eye health and social risk. #HealthEquity Read Here: buff.ly/RJYYq2c
Many adoptees cite lack of #familyhealth history as their top reason for getting elective #genomictesting. Over 80% saw this as very important — highlighting the unique value of genomics for those with limited family information. #Genomics #PrecisionMedicine Read Here: buff.ly/4VF8zo8
📊 New study highlights data & methodological gaps in assessing the cost-effectiveness of traditional vs. genomic newborn screening. More rigorous models are needed to support policy decisions & avoid misleading cost estimates. #HealthEconomics #Genomics #PublicHealth Read Here: buff.ly/jvGgIpF