Kjartan D. Armann, M.D.

02/17/2026

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2842075?guestAccessKey=59e8d310-a332-47bf-aaf3-9656780807eb&utm_medium=email&utm_source=postup_jn&utm_campaign=article_alert-jama&utm_content=etoc-tfl_&utm_term=021726

This JAMA Patient Page describes the acute and long-term effects of methamphetamine use and types of treatments, general medical care, and harm reduction strategies for people with methamphetamine use disorder.

02/16/2026

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Almonds take the lead when it comes to a healthy snack!

02/16/2026

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2845230?guestAccessKey=d50e475d-eeec-4cc3-b196-b594e1be9403&utm_medium=email&utm_source=postup_jn&utm_campaign=article_alert-jama&utm_content=olf-tfl_&utm_term=021626

This JAMA Patient Page describes type 1 diabetes and its risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.

02/12/2026

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ADD isn’t an accepted medical term or diagnosis anymore. Let’s take a look at how our understanding has evolved.

02/12/2026

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Wondering why this shot is offered so soon after birth and whether your newborn really needs it? A pediatric hepatologist explains how vitamin K works and why it’s so critical in your baby’s early days.

02/10/2026

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline offers support to those in emotional distress. Here’s what happens if you call.

02/06/2026

As Mary Poppins sang, “A spoonful of sugar can help the medicine go down.” But honey is proof that a spoonful of natural sugar can help keep the cough down — no medicine needed.

02/03/2026

This JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page describes sleep problems during childhood.

01/30/2026

This JAMA Internal Medicine Patient Page describes sources of information about vaccination and how to know which sources are trustworthy.

01/29/2026

Most kids drop the pacifier habit on their own, but others need a little help. A pediatrician talks about how to do it (including creative ways to keep it from turning into a battle with your toddler).

01/26/2026

This JAMA Pediatrics Patient Page describes steps to promote fire safety, including fire prevention, the use of smoke alarms, and how to prepare a fire escape plan.

01/22/2026

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So, your kid brought home some bad grades. Don’t panic, it happens. Here’s what you can do to help get their scores moving in the right direction.