pediatrics Archive
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February 21, 2012
‘Acid test’ for cervical cancer
An inexpensive, low-tech test for cervical cancer may be a good option for screening for the disease among HIV-infected women in developing countries. -
February 15, 2012
On the tail of RSV infection mechanism
New details about the life cycle of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) could aid the development of therapies to combat this leading cause of serious illness in infants and the elderly. -
January 20, 2012
Studies shed new light on how nitric oxide is produced
The discovery of a previously unrecognized and pivotal role of enzyme ASL in nitric oxide production could potentially lead to new therapies for babies with pulmonary hypertension. -
January 18, 2012
Children’s Hospital opens newly developed 10th floor clinic space to patients
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November 10, 2011
Breastfeeding problems can be linked to a tied tongue
A simple procedure can correct ‘tongue-tie,’ a commonly missed condition that could prevent newborns from breastfeeding properly. -
November 2, 2011
Vanderbilt study finds no heart risk in ADHD medications
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) medications do not increase the risk for heart disease or heart attack in children and young adults, according to a Vanderbilt study of 1.2 million patients taking drugs including Ritalin, Adderall, Concerta and Strattera between 1998 and 2005. -
October 27, 2011
Stopping colitis, STAT
Study suggests a new therapeutic target in ulcerative colitis.