June 19, 2019 Dr. Gary Freed Winner of the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award for Child Health Services Research and Policy Accolades
June 18, 2019 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. Accolades
June 6, 2019 Donuts on Our Daughters A U-M study examines whether images of food on kids’ clothes influence eating behavior. Research
June 6, 2019 Louis Dang, M.D., Ph.D. is Awarded the 2019 Philip R. Dodge Young Investigator Award The Dodge Award is an award for basic science or clinical research by promising young investigators who are members of the Child Neurology Society. Faculty
May 8, 2019 Pediatric Leukemia Patient Returns to Cancer Unit as a Nurse Tech Shannon Spicer battled leukemia at age 9. Nineteen years later, she’s back at Mott helping kids with cancer alongside the doctor and nurse who cared for her as a child. Success Stories
April 17, 2019 You are invited to the Inaugural Valerie Opipari Endowed Lectureship On Monday, May 13th, at 4:00 P.M in Dow Auditorium. Lectures
April 15, 2019 7 Safety Tips for Riding Uber and Lyft A national poll finds parents have concerns about younger passengers using the popular apps. Here’s how to use ride-share services safely. Patient Education
March 26, 2019 Mothers of Fussy Babies at Higher Risk of Depressive Symptoms Study explores whether a baby’s level of prematurity in combination with highly irritable behavior may influence severity of maternal depressive symptoms. Research
March 25, 2019 Story Time Better with Print Books Than E-Books, Study Suggests New research finds that parents and children talk and interact less with electronic books compared to print books. Research
March 13, 2019 A Strong Voice in the Fight Against Cystic Fibrosis A U-M patient with cystic fibrosis is making an impact, raising awareness and money to improve the lives of people who have the inherited, chronic disease. Success Stories
February 18, 2019 Parents: Keep Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Away from Children A new survey examines families’ concerns about the facilities — and how proximity to schools, churches and day care centers could affect their children. Research
February 18, 2019 Half of U.S. Children with Mental Health Disorders Are Not Treated Study: 1 in 7 children and teens have at least one treatable mental health disorder; treatment and prevalence rates vary considerably by state. Research
February 15, 2019 Improving Maternal Bonding Time for Newborns With Heart Disease Study shows simple communication tool helps triple the number of babies with congenital heart conditions who experience family bonding before medical interventions. Research
January 31, 2019 What’s Causing the Latest Measles Outbreak? A disease the federal government declared “eliminated” nearly two decades ago is surfacing again. Here’s why — and what to do. Patient Care
January 21, 2019 6 Ways to Keep Your Child from Catching a Cold A new Mott poll examines how parents help their kids avoid the virus. Patient Education
December 21, 2018 6 Easy Ways to Boost Brainpower During Playtime The act of play is a critical part of a child’s growth — and scientific research proves it. Here’s how to make the most of parent-child quality time. Patient Education
November 19, 2018 6 Reasons Your Child Needs a Flu Shot Now Getting a flu shot is fast and easy. A U-M pediatrician explains why it’s also a crucial way to protect your little ones from a potentially serious health risk. Patient Education
November 2, 2018 Dr. David Hanauer Awarded the Designation of Fellow of the American Medical Informatics Association (FAMIA) Accolades
October 30, 2018 Advertising in Kids’ Apps More Prevalent than Parents May Realize Ninety-five percent of reviewed apps for children ages 5 and under include at least one form of advertising, a new U-M study finds. Why parents should pay attention. Research
October 15, 2018 6 Simple Ways to Ease Children’s Fears at the Doctor A Michigan Medicine pediatrician offers tips to manage anxiety in young patients — and what to do when it’s time for a shot. Patient Care
