More articles about: CS Mott Children's Hospital

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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.
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A Better Way To Study “Screen Time”

Technology’s impact on children: How can we improve the research? Michigan child development researcher leads session at Pediatric Academic Societies meeting.
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Music Therapy Helps 8-Year-Old Girl Cope with Medical Visits

Evie made international news with her rendition of “Scars to Your Beautiful” during seizure testing. Now, her family shares why music therapy has been vital in her journey.
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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.
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When Your Child Suffers a Concussion: A Social Worker’s Role

Caring for a child’s mental health after a concussion is just as important as treating the physical symptoms.
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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.
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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.
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5 Things to Know About Spinal Anesthesia for Infants

Spinal anesthesia, a needle-based procedure that provides sensory and movement block without loss of consciousness, is becoming a more common alternative to general anesthesia for infants.
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Does “Pay-to-Play” Put Sports, Extracurriculars Out of Reach?

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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.
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App-Driven Care for Parents of Children Undergoing Surgery

A pilot study of families of children going home after tonsil surgery finds that a smartphone app may reduce clinic calls and simplify care instructions for parents. 
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Opioid Use in the Family May Influence Adolescents’ Opioid Risk After Surgery

Study: Long-term Opioid use by one or more family members was associated to persistent opioid use by adolescents prescribed opioids after common surgical and dental procedures.
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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.
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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.
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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.