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Children with bloodstream infections less likely to die than adults, study shows

Children with bloodstream infections caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, a common antibiotic-resistant bacteria, are less likely to die than adults with this condition and have different risk factors for treatment failure, a new study led by a Children's National Health System clinician indicates.

5 May 2017

UAB spinoff develops drug-resistant immunotherapy to combat solid tumors

The University of Alabama at Birmingham and two partner institutions have received a European patent for their novel approach to fighting cancer, an approach that is led by the UAB spinoff biopharmaceutical company Incysus Ltd.

5 May 2017

Breast-feeding may aid development of white matter structures in the brains of premature babies

To the growing list of reasons why mothers should consider breast-feeding infants, add another: Critical white matter structures in the brains of babies who are born so prematurely that they weigh less than 1,500 grams develop more robustly when their mothers breast-feed them, compared with preemie peers who are fed formula.

4 May 2017

Study finds higher rates of suicidal thoughts and attempts among transgender adults

Suicidal thoughts and attempts by adult transgender individuals were 14 and 22 times higher, respectively, than rates for the general public, according to a new study published in Transgender Health, a peer-reviewed open access journal from Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers. The article is available open access on the Transgender Health website.

4 May 2017

Scientists identify differences in outcomes for women and men with AFF in emergency departments

Atrial fibrillation and flutter (also known as AFF) is associated with serious health problems and is a significant contributor to death rates.

4 May 2017

Outdated health myths practiced by grand parents could pose serious risks to young children

Many grandparents raising their grandchildren practice outdated health and parenting myths that could potentially pose serious risks to young children, according to illuminating new research by a Northwell Health pediatrician.

4 May 2017

New study shows low-cost gaming strategy can make school children eat more vegetables

A new study shows that the successful strategy to get elementary school children to eat more vegetables based on use of the FIT Game, can be just as effective and less costly to implement when teachers no longer administer the game.

3 May 2017

Speech or language impairments may not be linked to tantrums in children with autism

Speech or language impairments may not be the cause of more frequent tantrums in children with autism, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers. The findings could help parents of children with autism seek out the best treatment for behavior problems.

3 May 2017

Specific genetic changes in the placenta of women may serve as biomarker to predict newborn health

UCLA scientists have discovered specific genetic changes in the placentas of women who gave birth to growth-restricted infants. These changes appear to sabotage the ability of the placenta to grow blood vessels and adequately nourish the fetus, interfering with the infant's growth in the womb.

3 May 2017

Prenatal cocaine exposure linked to increased risk of drug use among teens

While the crack cocaine epidemic peaked in the late 1980's, its effects are still causing harm to an estimated 3 million teenagers and young adults exposed to the stimulant in the womb.

3 May 2017

UC San Diego researchers identify pathways that regulate pancreatic beta cell growth

Pancreatic beta cells help maintain normal blood glucose levels by producing the hormone insulin -- the master regulator of energy (glucose). Impairment and the loss of beta cells interrupts insulin production, leading to type 1 and 2 diabetes.

2 May 2017

Growing mouse tooth provides new understanding of tissue renewal processes

Researchers hope to one day use stem cells to heal burns, patch damaged heart tissue, even grow kidneys and other transplantable organs from scratch.

28 Apr 2017

Researchers take important step toward using transplanted fetal cells to treat liver failure

In a new study, researchers demonstrate successful transplantation of fetal rat liver cells to an injured adult rat liver. The work is an important step toward using transplanted cells to treat liver failure, which currently requires an organ transplant.

26 Apr 2017

UAlberta study reveals sex-based differences in outcomes for atrial fibrillation

Yet more evidence can be added to the growing literature that shows women with cardiovascular disease may receive different health care and experience worse outcomes than men.

26 Apr 2017

Study finds link between fertility treatments and pediatric tumors

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev researchers have found that babies born from mothers who underwent fertility treatments are at increased risk of developing many types of pediatric cancers and tumors (neoplasms).

25 Apr 2017

Study sheds new light on factors that may contribute to infant fussiness

How happy a mother is in her relationship and the social support she receives may affect the risk of infant colic, according to Penn State College of Medicine researchers.

24 Apr 2017

Early childhood routines linked to healthy development and lesser obesity risk

Family structure including regular bedtimes, mealtimes and limited screen time appear to be linked to better emotional health in preschoolers, and that might lower the chances of obesity later, a new study suggests.

24 Apr 2017

Researchers show how fish oil component helps in survival of injured retina, brain cells

A team of researchers led by Nicolas Bazan, MD, PhD, Boyd Professor and Director of the Neuroscience Center of Excellence at LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine, has shown for the first time that NDP1, a signaling molecule made from DHA, can trigger the production of a protective protein against toxic free radicals and injury in the brain and retina.

21 Apr 2017

BMC receives W.K. Kellogg Foundation grant to improve breastfeeding, maternity care in Mississippi

Boston Medical Center has received a $1.5 million three-year grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to increase breastfeeding rates, reduce disparities and improve maternity care practices in Mississippi through the Mississippi Communities and Hospitals Advancing Maternity Practices project.

21 Apr 2017

MGH researchers provide direct link between ‘leaky gut’ and chronic inflammatory disease

With the help of genetically engineered mice, scientists at the Massachusetts General Hospital are moving closer to establishing the role that increased intestinal permeability, sometimes called a "leaky gut," plays in chronic inflammatory conditions.

20 Apr 2017

Pediatrics News and Research

Latest Pediatrics News and Research

Children with bloodstream infections less likely to die than adults, study shows

UAB spinoff develops drug-resistant immunotherapy to combat solid tumors

Breast-feeding may aid development of white matter structures in the brains of premature babies

Study finds higher rates of suicidal thoughts and attempts among transgender adults

Scientists identify differences in outcomes for women and men with AFF in emergency departments

Outdated health myths practiced by grand parents could pose serious risks to young children

New study shows low-cost gaming strategy can make school children eat more vegetables

Speech or language impairments may not be linked to tantrums in children with autism

Specific genetic changes in the placenta of women may serve as biomarker to predict newborn health

Prenatal cocaine exposure linked to increased risk of drug use among teens

UC San Diego researchers identify pathways that regulate pancreatic beta cell growth

Growing mouse tooth provides new understanding of tissue renewal processes

Researchers take important step toward using transplanted fetal cells to treat liver failure

UAlberta study reveals sex-based differences in outcomes for atrial fibrillation

Study finds link between fertility treatments and pediatric tumors

Study sheds new light on factors that may contribute to infant fussiness

Early childhood routines linked to healthy development and lesser obesity risk

Researchers show how fish oil component helps in survival of injured retina, brain cells

BMC receives W.K. Kellogg Foundation grant to improve breastfeeding, maternity care in Mississippi

MGH researchers provide direct link between ‘leaky gut’ and chronic inflammatory disease

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