More articles about: Children's Health
father checking temperature on child in bed
Health Lab
MIS-C: The COVID-Related Condition Parents Need to Know About
A pediatrician answers parents’ questions about the COVID-related multi-system inflammatory syndrome, MIS-C.
Parents standing at doorway near depressed teenagers bed
Health Lab
National Poll: Pandemic Negatively Impacted Teens’ Mental Health
Nearly half of parents noticed a new or worsening mental health condition in their teen since the pandemic started; 3 in 4 say COVID has affected teens’ social interactions.
two women hugging dog and patient smiling for camera
Health Lab
A Lifelong Journey
A patient, a mother and their health care family.
stethoscope drawing in blue ink on lined paper with yellow badge in bottom corner in blue font saying lab note
Health Lab
Underinsured Women May Be Missing Important Pregnancy Care
For low-income pregnant patients, health insurance disruptions may make it less likely that they receive recommended prenatal and postpartum care.
calendar with tooth and red toothbrush with teal background
Health Lab
How COVID-19 has Disrupted Children’s Dental Care
Dentist appointments for kids have been harder to come by during the pandemic, with children Medicaid coverage facing greater barriers to care than those with private insurance.
Health Lab
The Alternative to a Doctor’s Office Visit Gains in Popularity During Pandemic
Experts bring virtual care to a diverse range of patients in need.
teen girl smiling in navy shirt with blonde hair laying on pillow
Health Lab
13-Year-Old Celebrates One Year with a New Heart
Maren Robinson was among a record number of 22 pediatric heart transplants performed at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in 2020.
Health Lab
Returning to In-Person School During COVID-19
As many schools prepare to restart in-person learning, many parents and teachers have questions. Pediatric experts discuss what to know about returning to in-person school during COVID-19.
pink broken heart transgender symbol on pink patterned background
Health Lab
Study: Transgender Teens Face Unique Challenges while Dating
Transgender and gender non-conforming teens face transphobia, experience abusive relationships and may struggle with the decision to divulge their gender identity throughout their transition.
girl with long black hair looking and leaning on friend's shoulder with long brown hair and blue shirt
Health Lab
Many Parents Say Teens With Anxiety, Depression May Benefit From Peer Confidants at School
1 in 3 parents strongly support schools having mental health programs like peer support leaders, new national poll suggests.
child holding stick of marshmallows over camp fire
Health Lab
Many Summer Camps Don’t Require Childhood Immunizations
Study suggests that camps, which draw in 14 million children a year, may be an overlooked group when addressing communicable disease spread.
collage of people and words
Health Lab
10 Expert COVID-19 Tips to Follow in 2021
Key advice you should still use, and continue to share, in the new year.
man paddling in boat on open water with sun
Health Lab
From Pandemic to Purpose
A behavioral scientist, who studies the power of living with purpose, discusses how to heal and grow in the new year, sharing his own daughter's tragic, but inspiring, life journey.
Parents holding new baby
Health Lab
Couple Fulfills Dream to Become Dads Through Surrogacy
After welcoming their son, couple helps Michigan Medicine launch first peer mentor program for same sex couples expecting babies through surrogacy.
child in moms arms with yellow shirt on
Health Lab
Life-Threatening Placental Condition Puts Mom and Baby at Risk
Care team uses innovative intravascular balloon to slow down blood flow during baby’s delivery to prevent potentially fatal blood loss due to placenta accreta.