Pediatric clinicians can learn useful information by tracking the health misinformation that their patients encounter, according to research presented during the American Academy of Pediatrics 2026 National Conference & Exhibition Oct. 2-6, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center.

Misinformation linking acetaminophen use during pregnancy to autism in children rose on TikTok after an announcement from the Food and Drug Administration, according to research presented during the American Academy of Pediatrics 2026 National Conference & Exhibition Oct. 2-6, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center.

Researchers believe broader societal changes beginning around 2009 to 2010 severely impacted the mental health of an entire generation of young people, according to research presented during the American Academy of Pediatrics 2026 National Conference & Exhibition Oct. 2-6, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center. In a 30-year analysis of data from the national Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, researchers found a significant increase in suicidal thoughts and attempts in teens after nearly two decades of previous downturns

Electronic bikes and electronic scooter injuries among children and teens increased nearly four-fold at one California hospital between 2019 and 2025, according to research presented during the American Academy of Pediatrics 2026 National Conference & Exhibition in San Diego.  Although e-scooters accounted for most injuries, e-bike injuries represented a growing share of cases and were considerably more severe.

A new study found that predominantly White and racially diverse neighborhoods had more pharmacies than neighborhoods with a majority of Black, Latinx, and other racial-minority residents, suggesting the need for transportation improvements and other policies that can help residents in pharmacy deserts access the healthcare and resources they need.