Beata Mostafavi
Public Relations Manager
Mostafavi leads media relations and content creation for University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital. Prior to joining Michigan Medicine in 2012, Mostafavi spent 10 years as a journalist. Contact: [email protected]
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U-M-led consortium to receive up to $52 million in NIH funding to study why viral respiratory infections affect children differently
A Michigan Medicine-led research consortium has secured approval for up to $52 million in federal funding to launch a multicenter study examining why some young children recover fully from viral lower respiratory tract infections while others develop severe illness or lasting problems such as asthma.
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4 in 5 parents say having a baby is too expensive
Four in five parents say it costs too much to have a baby, according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health.
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Better prenatal care data could help prevent maternal complications, experts say
Changes to prenatal care billing and quality reporting could help reshape how prenatal care is measured and improve the ability to address risks before they become emergencies per a Michigan Medicine-led commentary in Obstetrics & Gynecology, The Green Journal.
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E-Bikes are everywhere, but most parents say they don’t know enough about them
Electric bikes have become a familiar sight in communities across the country, but most parents say they know little about them or where they’re supposed to be used, a national poll suggests.
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C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital named No.1 children’s hospital in Michigan by U.S. News & World Report
University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital has again been named the No. 1 children’s hospital in Michigan from U.S. News & World Report, marking the 20th consecutive year the hospital has ranked among the nation’s best for pediatric care.
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C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital first in country to implant expandable heart valve during FDA review phase
University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital is the first hospital in the country to implant an Edwards Lifesciences- produced Autus Valve during the FDA review phase of the breakthrough synthetic pulmonary valve.
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Many parents face challenges getting kids to eat a healthy breakfast before school
Three-quarters of parents report at least one barrier to their child starting the day with a healthy meal on a typical school day, according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health.
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Helping kids with ADHD thrive in school
ADHD impacts almost 1 in 11 children. Read how parents can recognize the signs and support your child in and out of the classroom
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More teens are using AI: What parents should know
As more teens turn to tools like ChatGPT for their schoolwork, a doctor shares what parents should watch out for and how they can help their kids use AI wisely.
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Born with half a heart, headed to college with a full life
Teen born with complex congenital heart condition called hypoplastic left heart syndrome, referred to as half a heart, prepares for big milestone as she starts college.
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More leucovorin prescribed to kids after federal officials touted its unproven benefits for autism
A new study finds sharp increase in dispensing of leucovorin after high profile news conference touting its unproven benefits for autism.
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Many young adults may not be ready to manage their own health care
Many young adults may be entering adulthood without the practical skills needed to manage their own health care, suggests a national C.S. Mott Children's Hospital poll.
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Expert complex heart surgery team saves baby with rare genetic heart condition
A baby boy born with a severe form of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy needed a complicated procedure few centers perform
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Research may help better predict outcomes in kids with congenital cytomegalovirus
Two new studies may help researchers and clinicians better understand congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV), the most common infectious cause of birth defects and a leading cause of non-genetic hearing loss in children.
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12-year-old shares journey with sickle cell anemia on Capitol Hill
A 12-year-old takes his story to Washington, D.C., sharing with lawmakers how specialized treatment transformed his life with sickle cell disease.
