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Heart murmurs in pediatric patients is not a serious condition, says physician

Your 3-year-old's doctor discovers a heart murmur during a visit for a mild cold with fever and recommends referral to a pediatric cardiologist. You worry and wonder how your healthy, active child could possibly have a heart problem.

23 Jan 2010

Connecticut extends contract with ValueOptions to administer behavioral health services to young people

The state of Connecticut has extended its contract with ValueOptions® to administer public behavioral health services to 360,000 children and adults throughout the state.

22 Jan 2010

Simple, five minute saliva test to determine baby's risk for more than 100 life-threatening genetic diseases

Genetic diseases like those seen in the new Harrison Ford movie "Extraordinary Measures" can now be prevented with a simple saliva test which is free with insurance for more than 100 million Americans.

22 Jan 2010

Pediatric hospitals can decrease bloodstream infections following low-tech rules

Pediatric hospitals can significantly decrease the number of bloodstream infections from central venous catheters by following some low-tech rules: Insert the catheter correctly and, above all, keep everything squeaky clean after that.

22 Jan 2010

Researchers to study the impact of asthma on sleep and academic performance of young children

Bradley Hasbro Children's Research Center and Hasbro Children's Hospital researchers have received more than $2.5 million in direct costs from The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) to study the impact of asthma on the sleep quality and academic performance of young children.

22 Jan 2010

Infants born to child brides have higher risk of malnutrition than children born to older mothers

Infants born to child brides in India (married before the age of 18) have a higher risk of malnutrition than children born to older mothers, according to research published on bmj.com today.

22 Jan 2010

Consistent pattern of cognitive deficits during childhood leads to adult schizophrenia

Years before adults develop schizophrenia, there is a pattern of cognitive difficulties they experience as children, including problems with verbal reasoning, working memory, attention and processing speed.

22 Jan 2010

Doctor offers tips for parents on how to speak with children about disasters

David Schonfeld, MD, Director, Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center and Director, National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement, gives parents the following tips on how to speak with their children after disasters have occurred.

22 Jan 2010

One-third of parents give primary schools an ‘A’; less than one-fourth give secondary schools an ‘A’

School psychologists, counselors and social workers are often the first line of support for children with behavioral, emotional or family problems. Problems can range from attention deficit disorder and homelessness to depression and bullying all of which can make academic success a challenge.

21 Jan 2010

CPSC warns manufacturers against the use of heavy metals in children's jewelry

On January 11, 2010, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Chairman Inez Tenenbaum issued a statement at the APEC Toy Safety Initiative Dialogue in Hong Kong, China, warning manufacturers against the use of cadmium, antimony and barium in lieu of lead in children's products.

21 Jan 2010

PHS offers interactive exercise program for school children to combat childhood obesity

ProMedica Health System (PHS) is offering high school students an opportunity to create a children's exercise program for a chance to win $5,000 for college.

21 Jan 2010

New research suggests prolong breastfeeding is critical for reducing risk of gastroenteritis in infants

For African infants with HIV-positive mothers, reducing exposure to breast milk can lower the rate of HIV transmission. But new research suggests that longer periods of breastfeeding—at least 6 months—are critical for reducing the risk of potentially fatal gastroenteritis.

21 Jan 2010

Congress urged to stop child maltreatment deaths

As part of a campaign to stop child abuse and neglect deaths, National Children's Alliance and its partners – the Every Child Matters Education Fund, the National Association of Social Workers, and the National District Attorneys Association – are running ads that urge Congress to address the fatalities that claim the lives of innocent children every day. Specifically, the advertisements ask Congress to hold hearings and provide emergency funds to stop state cuts in child protective services.

21 Jan 2010

Obesity in pregnant women is associated with increased risk of birth defects

In recent years, there has been a large increase in the prevalence of overweight and obese women of childbearing age, with approximately 51% of non-pregnant women ages 20 to 39 being classified as overweight or obese.

21 Jan 2010

FORBA Holdings to pay $24M for resolving Medicaid fraud allegations

The United States today announced that it has settled False Claims Act allegations against FORBA Holdings LLC, a dental management company that provides business management and administrative services to 69 clinics nationwide known as "Small Smiles Centers." Under the agreement, FORBA will pay the United States and participating states $24 million, plus interest, to resolve allegations that it caused bills to be submitted to state Medicaid programs for medically unnecessary dental services performed on children insured by Medicaid, which is funded jointly by the federal and state governments.

21 Jan 2010

Blue Cross Blue Shield accepts grant proposals from elementary schools to reduce childhood obesity

Childhood obesity in America is a major public health issue. Blue Cross Blue Shield, committed to building a healthier Michigan, is partnering with schools across the state to get kids moving and eating healthier.

21 Jan 2010

New review highlights risks and benefits of fluoride toothpaste in young children

Everyone who has ever seen a toothpaste commercial knows that fluoride is the ingredient that helps fight tooth decay, but a new review has determined exactly how much fluoride is best in toothpastes for children.

21 Jan 2010

Circumcising newborn males cost effective strategy for HIV prevention, Rwandan study finds

Performing circumcisions on newborn boys to lower their risk for HIV infection later in life is more cost-effective than adolescent or adult circumcision, according to researchers at Rwanda's health ministry, Reuters reports.

21 Jan 2010

New study may help develop assessment tests in social-emotional learning

Neurobehavioral researchers at Rush University Medical Center have found three key factors in a child's behavior that can lead to social rejection. The studies are a crucial step in developing scientifically sound screening tests and treatment planning for social-emotional learning difficulties.

20 Jan 2010

OAC calls for health insurance coverage of USPTF recommended childhood obesity treatments

In light of the recent recommendation of the United States Preventative Task Force (USPTF), the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) is calling for all employers and insurers to add health insurance coverage of the recommended childhood obesity treatments.

20 Jan 2010

Child Health News

Heart murmurs in pediatric patients is not a serious condition, says physician

Connecticut extends contract with ValueOptions to administer behavioral health services to young people

Simple, five minute saliva test to determine baby's risk for more than 100 life-threatening genetic diseases

Pediatric hospitals can decrease bloodstream infections following low-tech rules

Researchers to study the impact of asthma on sleep and academic performance of young children

Infants born to child brides have higher risk of malnutrition than children born to older mothers

Consistent pattern of cognitive deficits during childhood leads to adult schizophrenia

Doctor offers tips for parents on how to speak with children about disasters

One-third of parents give primary schools an ‘A’; less than one-fourth give secondary schools an ‘A’

CPSC warns manufacturers against the use of heavy metals in children's jewelry

PHS offers interactive exercise program for school children to combat childhood obesity

New research suggests prolong breastfeeding is critical for reducing risk of gastroenteritis in infants

Congress urged to stop child maltreatment deaths

Obesity in pregnant women is associated with increased risk of birth defects

FORBA Holdings to pay $24M for resolving Medicaid fraud allegations

Blue Cross Blue Shield accepts grant proposals from elementary schools to reduce childhood obesity

New review highlights risks and benefits of fluoride toothpaste in young children

Circumcising newborn males cost effective strategy for HIV prevention, Rwandan study finds

New study may help develop assessment tests in social-emotional learning

OAC calls for health insurance coverage of USPTF recommended childhood obesity treatments

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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