JMIR Pediatrics and Parenting

Anaemia remains a significant public health concern with adverse effects among children. Non-invasive screening assessments enable early detection and prompt treatment of anaemia. However, there is limited literature on the use of such screening assessments available.

Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is a chronic rheumatic condition requiring long-term, multidisciplinary treatment, which consumes significant healthcare resources and family energy. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of digital interventions on patient outcomes in individuals with JIA.

With the provision of home infusion therapy in children with acute or long-term illness on the rise, eHealth technologies have the potential to bridge the transition between hospital and home. However, eHealth interventions intended to support parents in managing home infusion therapy are sparse. Gaining insight into the needs and experiences of parents and healthcare professionals is crucial to developing feasible and sustainable eHealth interventions that target their needs. This study describes the first phase of a research study designed to develop and evaluate an eHealth intervention to support home infusion therapy.

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Accurate third-trimester birth weight prediction is vital for reducing adverse outcomes, and machine learning offers superior precision over traditional ultrasound methods.

Over the past three decades, digital and screen media have evolved from broadcast, stationary platforms to a complex environment of interactive, omnipresent, mobile media. Thus, clinical guidance centered around unidimensional concepts such as ‘screen time’ must be modernized to help families navigate the intricate digital ecosystems of readily available entertainment and information.

This Research Letter addresses the trends, patterns, and potential health disparities in healthcare utilization among children with medical complexity before and during COVID pandemic, through a retrospective chart review study. Our findings show significant differences in the average number of visits per patient over the years and support the adoption of telehealth consultation while being cautious about demographic disparities.

Evolving societal trends are resulting in fathers having an increasing influence on the health-related behaviors that children develop. Research shows that most fathers are committed to their role and when equipped with knowledge, can have a positive impact on their child’s health. However, parenting resources typically target mothers, with fathers being excluded. While evolving mobile phone technology provides an efficient means for delivering parenting resources, many fathers find that mobile health (mHealth) technology does not provide material they can engage with.

Parents of preschool-aged children are a key focus for interventions to shape healthy lifestyle behaviors and support risk reduction for obesity from an early age. In light of limited existing evidence on the use of mobile technology to promote healthy lifestyle behaviors among young children, we sought to gather parental priorities regarding a mobile app focused on guided goal setting across the domains of diet, physical activity, media use, and sleep.

Offering contraceptive methods at pharmacies without a prescription is an innovative solution to reduce the incidence of unintended pregnancies among adolescents and young adults (AYA). Pharmacy-prescribed contraception may increase the convenience, simplicity, and affordability of contraceptives.

Increasing opioid and other substance use has led to a crisis of epidemic proportions with substance use now a leading cause of US maternal morbidity and mortality. Interventions will only be effective if those who would benefit are identified early and connected to care. Apps are a ubiquitous source of pregnancy information, but their utility as a platform for evaluating substance use during pregnancy is unknown.

As adolescents increasingly engage with digital experiences, the internet serves as a platform for social interaction, entertainment, and learning. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this trend, with remote learning and restricted physical interactions driving changes in internet behavior. Adolescents spent more time on gaming and social media, reflecting a notable shift in use patterns.