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Emerging Trends and Treatments in Pediatric Obesity Key Takeaways*: Dr. Chan noted that: In recent years, there has been a concerning increase in rates of pediatric obesity and obesity-related complications, such as type 2 diabetes. Children with obesity are four times more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, and studies have shown that type 2 […]

Fish Consumption during Pregnancy and Impacts on Child Health Kristen Lyall, ScD (A.J. Drexel Autism Institute); Emily Oken, MD, MPH (Harvard Medical School and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute); Margaret Karagas, PhD (Geisel School of Medicine and Dartmouth College) Key Takeaways*: Dr. Oken noted that: Fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential […]

Unveiling Maternal Health Disparities: Addressing the Impact of Racism Key Takeaways*: Dr. Amutah-Onukagha noted that: Historically, women of color have disproportionately experienced reproductive injustices exacerbated by medical bias, unequal distribution of resources, and a lack of consistent, timely prenatal care and obstetrics. There are still many challenges and inequities occurring today, including under-resourcing and underfunding […]