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Respiratory Syncytial Virus Disease Burden and Nirsevimab Effectiveness in Young Children From 2023-2024
2024
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· U.S. Public Health Service,
· University of Rochester,
· University of Cincinnati,
· Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center,
· Vanderbilt University,
· Texas Children's Hospital,
· Baylor College of Medicine,
· University of Washington,
· University of Pittsburgh,
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This study looks at the impact of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in young children during the 2023-2024 season. It describes how two new RSV prevention …
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Early Estimate of Nirsevimab Effectiveness for Prevention of Respiratory Syncytial Virus-Associated Hospitalization Among Infants Entering Their First Respiratory Syncytial Virus Season - New Vaccine Surveillance Network, October 2023-February 2024
2024
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· Vanderbilt University,
· Seattle Children's Hospital,
· Baylor College of Medicine,
· University of Rochester
This study examines the effectiveness of nirsevimab, a monoclonal antibody, in preventing RSV-related hospitalizations in infants during their first RSV season. Conducted from October 2023 …
Supporting the Family After the Death of a Child or Adolescent
2023
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs,
· University of Nebraska,
· Courageous Parents Network,
· National Association of Social Workers (NASW),
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This article focuses on helping families cope after losing a child or teenager. It describes the emotional challenges parents and siblings face during this difficult …
Caregivers Asking About Firearms in Homes Their Children Visit
2025
· University of Colorado,
· University of Michigan,
· Vanderbilt University,
· Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt
This article describes how caregivers often feel unsure or uncomfortable asking if there are guns in the homes their children visit. It explains that many …
Parent-ish
This webpage features Parent-ish, a resource for parents provided by Children’s Mercy. The site offers helpful information and advice on parenting topics, health tips, and …
Safe Sleep, Safe Babies
This webpage describes ways to keep babies safe while they sleep. It explains that babies should always sleep on their backs, alone, and in a …
Talking to Kids About Tragedies
2019
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This webpage describes how parents and caregivers can talk to kids about tragic events. It suggests being honest but using age-appropriate language, listening to children's …
We Care (Trauma-Informed Care)
This webpage explains how trauma-informed care is used to support children and families. It helps people who have experienced difficult or stressful events by understanding …
Powering Families: A Learning Series from Children’s Mercy
This webinar series offers guidance to parents and families to support their children’s health and well-being. It covers important topics, including safety and mental health, …
Resources for Children with Complex Medical Needs
This webpage offers resources available for children who have complex medical needs. It lists programs, support services, and helpful links for families and caregivers. The …