https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-rss/?title=Recent%20Articles&orgId=108852&keywordId=1605 A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at Pediatrics en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:31:32 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/this-could-never-happen-to-us/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/this-could-never-happen-to-us/ "I am now six months into my pediatric residency. Within this short period of time, I have met multiple children whose lives have been forever altered by a senseless act of gun violence." Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/the-thousandth-day/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/the-thousandth-day/ As I pull on the familiar scrubs that have become my second skin, it strikes me—today marks my thousandth day as a pediatric resident. A journey that began with much uncertainty and trepidation has now reached its end. You, dear friend, have been both a storm and a sanctuary. Wed, 21 May 2025 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/the-van-bringing-healthcare-into-the-community/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/the-van-bringing-healthcare-into-the-community/ When I tagged along on Yale Community Health Care Van Mother Infant Program, I went in with an open mind. I knew that we would be riding around in an ambulance, visiting patient homes, and providing healthcare at a family’s doorstep. I was impressed by the idea and recognized its immense benefit to both patients and their families. In the clinic, we often encounter families who struggle with consistent access to transportation and require significant resources and planning on their end to attend even a 30-minute medical appointment. Fri, 28 Mar 2025 04:00:00 Z https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2025/01/17/markowitz-a-doctors-orders-connecticut-needs-a-child-tax-credit/ https://yaledailynews.com/blog/2025/01/17/markowitz-a-doctors-orders-connecticut-needs-a-child-tax-credit/ As a pediatrician working in a busy primary care clinic in New Haven, I routinely ask parents about what food their children eat for breakfast, how many words they know, if they feel down or sad and how often they need to use a certain medication. However, I never expected to be asking, “Are you planning to file taxes this year?” For the past six years I have been doing just that. The reality is that most families I connect with are stressed about affording basic necessities such as food, clothes and shelter. We have a list of referral services — food banks, mental health supports, housing resources and other social services — but I also talk to my patients about filing taxes. Fri, 17 Jan 2025 05:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/three-little-pink-caskets/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/three-little-pink-caskets/ Every parent's worst nightmare is the loss of their child. There may be exceptions, but right now, I'm going to focus on those parents who would do anything for their children, yet sometimes face the devastating reality of loss. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/the-importance-of-family-supports-in-the-nicu/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/the-importance-of-family-supports-in-the-nicu/ For as long as I have been a pediatric resident, I have been a self-proclaimed inpatient medicine person. There are some people who thrive in clinic – I am not one of them. I am one of those rare pediatric residents who has found my calling in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) amongst the tiniest of babies, ventilators, and fractions of ounces. Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/privilege/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/privilege/ I reflect on my own path to privilege, because I did not start there. Wed, 27 Sep 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/proteccion-solar-y-seguridad-en-el-agua-para-un-verano-divertido/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/proteccion-solar-y-seguridad-en-el-agua-para-un-verano-divertido/ Finalmente, ha llegado el verano y como pediatra, animo a mis pacientes y sus familias a disfrutar de actividades al aire libre. Sin embargo, hay algunos detalles importantes que todos debemos tener en cuenta para asegurar un verano seguro y saludable, especialmente en lo que respecta a la exposición al sol y la seguridad en el agua. Tue, 25 Jul 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/sunscreen-and-water-safety-for-a-fun-filled-summer/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/sunscreen-and-water-safety-for-a-fun-filled-summer/ Summer has finally arrived and as a pediatrician, I am encouraging my patients and families to spend time outside and enjoy outdoor activities. However, there are some important details we all need to keep in mind to ensure a safe and healthy summer, especially when it comes to sun exposure and water safety. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/protecting-children-from-gun-violence/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/protecting-children-from-gun-violence/ Firearm injuries are the leading cause of death for children and adolescents in the US. Closer to home in CT, we have seen the number of firearm homicides rise from 137 in 2018-19 to 241 in 2020-21, particularly among Black and Hispanic/Latinx individuals. Fri, 14 Apr 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/connecticut-husky-expansion-is-making-a-real-difference-for-our-states-children/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/connecticut-husky-expansion-is-making-a-real-difference-for-our-states-children/ One of the joys of being a pediatrician is that we can become trusted doctors for our patients and their families over the course of their lives. Until recently, I worried we could not provide this regular care for a particular subset of patients. Tue, 07 Feb 2023 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/ct-must-maintain-a-nurturing-educational-environment-for-young-children/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/ct-must-maintain-a-nurturing-educational-environment-for-young-children/ The Connecticut Office of Early Childhood is currently considering a significant change in childcare policy. They are proposing changing the teacher-child for 2-year old’s ratio in day care settings from 1:4 with a maximum of 8 children in a room to 1:5 with a maximum of  10 children in a room.  Mon, 05 Dec 2022 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/get-healthy-ct-walk-talk-with-a-doc-paw-prints/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/get-healthy-ct-walk-talk-with-a-doc-paw-prints/ Walk Talk with a Doc is a weekly opportunity to bring the community and healthcare providers together to engage in healthy activity. Mon, 25 Jul 2022 04:00:00 Z https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/theres-no-such-thing-as-a-black-cloud/ https://medicine.yale.edu/pediatrics/news-article/theres-no-such-thing-as-a-black-cloud/ A famous Chinese proverb states, “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” We challenge our medical community to acknowledge their own biases and those of others in our own institution. Speak up when you hear racist phrases and let’s transform this racist script together. Tue, 24 Nov 2020 04:00:00 Z