The annual meeting of the American Academy of Pediatrics was held this year from Oct. 2 to 6 in San Diego. Participants included primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, pediatric surgical specialists, and other health care professionals. The conference featured scientific sessions that focused on the latest advances in the care of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
AAP: Electric and Gas-Powered Bicycles Increase Risk for Trauma, Death in Youth
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 7, 2026 (HealthDay News) -- Youth who ride electric- or gas-powered bikes have a higher risk for trauma or death when involved in collisions compared with those riding pedal bicycles, according to a study presented at the annual American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, held from Oct. 2 to 6 in San Diego.
AAP: Adolescents With Colorectal Cancer Commonly Present With Advanced Disease
MONDAY, Oct. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) -- Most adolescents with colorectal cancer present with advanced disease, and relapse is common, according to a study presented at the annual American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, held from Oct. 2 to 6 in San Diego.
AAP: Negative Turning Point in Teen Mental Health Observed in 2009 to 2010
MONDAY, Oct. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) -- Adolescent mental health appeared to reach a turning point around 2009 to 2010, which was seen across various mental health indicators, according to a study presented at the annual American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, held from Oct. 2 to 6 in San Diego.
AAP: Household E-Cigarette, Tobacco Use Tied to Worse Asthma Control in Children
FRIDAY, Oct. 2, 2026 (HealthDay News) -- Electronic cigarette and household tobacco use are associated with worse parent-reported asthma control among children with asthma, according to a study presented at the annual American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, held from Oct. 2 to 6 in San Diego.
