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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Health Lab

Most parents don’t use patient portal benefits for their children

1 in 3 parents who have set up a portal for kids have used it to get advice about their child’s illness, injury or symptoms
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News Release

New quality collaborative seeks to address pediatric health care inequities

C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital of Michigan, and Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital announce their commitment to what's believed to be a first-of-its-kind quality collaborative designed to identify and address equity issues for pediatric patients and their families receiving care at their hospitals.
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News Release

U-M Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital named top children’s hospital in Michigan

University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital recognized as No.1 children's hospital in Michigan.
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When to worry about your child’s tummy aches

Tummy aches are common among kids, with one in six parents in a national poll saying their child experiences them at least once a month, but not all parents seek professional advice when belly pain becomes a regular occurrence. An expert explains four ways parents can manage and respond.
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Transgender people more likely to be admitted when seeking emergency care

Research suggests transgender and nonbinary people are significantly more likely than cisgender peers to be admitted following a visit the emergency department.
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Low food security associated with metabolic syndrome among reproductive aged Hispanic population

: Low food security associated with metabolic syndrome among reproductive aged Hispanic population a study suggests.
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News Release

Nearly every child at U-M Health C.S. Mott Children Hospital gains access to iPads at bedside thanks to $240K grant

Children who need dialysis, treatment for a chronic condition or an overnight stay at University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital now have a new coping tool available.
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4 steps to take before using pre-owned children's equipment

Here are four steps to take if you're considering buying used baby and kid gear, such as strollers, cribs and/or highchairs.
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Researchers overcome major barrier in artificial placenta research

Michigan Medicine researchers spearhead an innovative strategy allowing an artificial circuit to safely support premature sheep without anticoagulation, overcoming a major barrier in artificial placenta research.
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Adolescents, young adults with advanced heart disease show desire to take active role in medical care decisions

New research from U-M shows that adolescents, young adults with advanced heart disease want to take an active role in making medical care decisions alongside their doctors and caregivers. The study sheds light on the importance of including young patients in medical decision-making and the benefits it has on their psychological well-being.
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Labor induction doesn’t always reduce caesarean birth risk or improve outcomes for term pregnancies

A new study suggests that inducing labor at 39 weeks for low-risk pregnancies may not reduce the risk of C-sections or improve outcomes.
Kelly Ripa women's health luncheon fundraiser 2023
News Release

Kelly Ripa to be special guest at Michigan Medicine Women’s Health Luncheon

Michigan Medicine’s efforts to advance leading edge women’s health research will get a boost from actress and Daytime Emmy Award winning host of LIVE with Kelly and Mark, Kelly Ripa.
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Same-day heart diagnosis helps 1-year-old get immediate treatment

Unique collaboration at Michigan Medicine helps 1-year-old with serious heart condition see a specialist right away and receive immediate treatment.
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Teen jobs: What to consider before your child commits to formal work

Teen jobs: While some parents think they provide learning opportunities, others worry about their negative impacts on grades, sleep and social life. A Michigan Medicine expert weighs in on the pros and cons.
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Life-threatening birth experiences among Medicaid enrollees vary widely by state and race-ethnicity

Research finds life-threatening birth experiences among Medicaid enrollees vary widely by state and race-ethnicity.
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