More articles about: CS Mott Children's Hospital

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Should Schools Start Later to Address Teen Sleep Deprivation?

In response to concerns over sleep debt among teens, the medical community is calling on middle schools and high schools to start at 8:30 or later.
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How Dads Can Cope When a Child Is Sick

Fathers of chronically ill children often face particular emotions. Why it’s important to acknowledge them.
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Try These 3 ‘Comfort Positions’ at Your Child’s Next Checkup

University of Michigan pediatricians recommend different methods for calming a child at the doctor’s office. Learn about these methods and see them in action.
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Life-Saving Surgery for 3-Year-Old Ugandan Boy at U-M

University of Michigan doctors remove a grapefruit-sized tumor from a 3-Year-Old Ugandan Boy's neck. Watch a video detailing Jonathan’s whole amazing story.
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Are Doctors Overmedicating Newborns With Seizures?

A University of Michigan study will assess short and prolonged treatment of neonatal seizures using Phenobarbital. Learn more about the neonatal seizure study.
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A Fun Way to Ease Kids’ Anxiety About Medical Procedures

Therapeutic play, or medical play is a nonthreatening way to familiarize kids with the health care environment. Learn about the different forms of medical play.
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Four Miraculous ‘Little Victors,’ One First-Grade Classroom

Four kids in a Michigan town each battled severe illness at U-M’s Mott Children’s Hospital. Now, they’re all in the same 1st grade class. See their stories.