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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Uncovering Key Molecule that Drives Production of Cells Critical to Allergic Reactions
Researchers discover protein that regulates the gene expression for influential immune cells, paving a path for novel targets to treat inflammatory and allergic diseases.
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Couple Fulfills Dream to Become Dads Through Surrogacy
After welcoming their son, couple helps Michigan Medicine launch first peer mentor program for same sex couples expecting babies through surrogacy.
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Life-Threatening Placental Condition Puts Mom and Baby at Risk
Care team uses innovative intravascular balloon to slow down blood flow during baby’s delivery to prevent potentially fatal blood loss due to placenta accreta.
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Should Pregnant and Breastfeeding Patients Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?
None of the COVID-19 vaccines have been studied specifically in pregnant or breastfeeding individuals. An expert addresses top questions.
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Improving Care for Children During Disasters
Regional hospitals unite to strengthen emergency response plans for children impacted by such crises as a pandemic, hurricane, flood or mass shooting.
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“Bedside Toy Store” making spirits bright for hospitalized children during pandemic
For years, Santa’s workshop was transported to Michigan Medicine C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital.
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Screen Time, Emotional Health Among Parents’ Top Concerns for Kids in Pandemic
National poll: Cyberbullying, depression and unhealthy habits on parents’ top 10 list of worries. Black families rank racism as No.1 concern and COVID-19 as No.2.
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Santa makes virtual visits to children at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
Nothing could stop Mr. and Mrs. Claus from continuing their longtime tradition of visiting sick children at Michigan Medicine C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital.
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C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital becomes sole beneficiary to dance marathon at the University of Michigan
Dance Marathon at the University of Michigan has announced that as of the 2019-2020 academic year, all of the group's net proceeds will solely benefit pediatric rehabilitation and other therapies at Michigan Medicine's C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital.
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Hospitalized Kids Enjoy Gaming Diversions Thanks to U-M Football Legends
Virtual reality games gifted by Pro Football Hall of Famers and U-M football alumni helps sick kids at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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4-year-old Buckeye Fan Carries a Piece of Maize and Blue in Her Heart
Ohio State alumni find “second home” at University of Michigan affiliated hospital after their daughter’s lifesaving congenital heart surgeries and treatment.
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Parents Magazine names Mott among most innovative children’s hospitals in the country
Parents Magazine today recognized Michigan Medicine C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital among the nation’s most innovative children’s hospitals.
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Many Families Unwilling to Skip Thanksgiving Gatherings During COVID-19
National Poll: Over half of parents say it’s important for kids to see relatives during holidays, but many also want to prevent the spread of COVID-19 at family gatherings.
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Michigan Medicine joins hospitals nationwide in campaign encouraging everyone to #MaskUp
Michigan Medicine has joined about 100 of the nation’s top health care systems with an urgent plea for all Americans – mask up,(link is external) because wearing a facemask is our best chance at slowing the surging COVID-19 pandemic.
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Suicide Risk During Pregnancy, After Childbirth on the Rise
Study finds prevalence of suicidal thoughts and self-harm among childbearing women nearly doubled over a decade, with an estimated 24,000 individuals at potential suicide risk.
