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July 18, 2017

Patient Care

Teens may be missing vaccines because parents aren’t aware they need one

National poll finds that many parents don’t know when or if their teen needs another vaccine.

June 29, 2017

Accolades

One of the nation’s Best Children’s Hospitals

Once again, U.S. News & World Report ranked Michigan Medicine C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital among the nation’s best children’s hospitals. Check out a few reasons we are the only children’s hospital in Michigan ranked in all ten categories.

June 2, 2017

Research

Born with Melanoma: Toddler Thought to Be Among Youngest Cancer Patients

A treatment usually used for adults has helped keep Nora stable since her diagnosis of stage 4 metastatic melanoma as a newborn.

June 1, 2017

Research

DIPG Disruptors: 6 New Brain Tumor Research Efforts Underway

How a new research initiative is empowering U-M physician-scientists to fight DIPG, one of the deadliest brain cancers, in innovative ways.

May 30, 2017

Research

Can Parents’ Tech Obsessions Contribute to a Child’s Bad Behavior?

Even in low amounts, interruptions to parent-child time caused by digital technology are associated with greater child behavior problems, a new study suggests.

May 23, 2017

Accolades

Faculty Promotions Announced

The Department of Pediatrics congratulates these faculty on their accomplishments.

May 15, 2017

Patient Education

6 Pool Safety Rules Parents and Kids Should Know Before Diving In

In advance of summer swimming season, a Michigan Medicine educator says all parents should refresh their knowledge on water care and caution.

May 12, 2017

Research

Do Smartphones and Other Devices Cause Speech Delays in Young Children?

Past research has shown that very young kids gain no educational benefit from handheld devices. A new study finds they might even hinder development.

May 10, 2017

Accolades

Dr. Bravender Selected to Serve on Advisory Committee on Clinical Track Appointments and Promotions

April 28, 2017

Success Stories

With Bone Marrow Donation, a Brother’s ‘Greatest Gift’ Saves His Older Sibling

Despite their age gap presenting unique challenges, a 3-year-old’s bone marrow proved to be a lifesaving resource for his teenage brother.

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