Department of Pediatrics Archive — Page 55 of 56
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September 24, 2012
Little evidence supports medical treatment options for adolescents with autism
Despite studies that show that many adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders are being prescribed medications, there is almost no evidence to show whether these medications are helpful in this population. -
August 30, 2012
Diabetes can’t hold back Little League champion
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August 27, 2012
Little evidence supports autism treatment options in adolescents
There is insufficient evidence to support findings, good or bad, for therapies currently used in adolescents and young adults with autism. -
July 31, 2012
National type I diabetes prevention trial now an option for younger children
A type I diabetes prevention study that is part of the TrialNet program at Vanderbilt is now enrolling children as young as 8 years old. -
July 30, 2012
Doctors see rise in tick-borne illnesses and other insect-related infections
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April 19, 2012
MRSA in pregnancy may be less dangerous than previously thought
Vanderbilt pediatric infectious disease researchers studying antibiotic-resistant staph say fears that mothers carrying the germ may set their newborns up for infection are unfounded. -
April 6, 2012
Plant compound quells inflammation
Berberine, an herbal remedy for diarrhea and intestinal parasites, may be an effective treatment for gastrointestinal inflammatory diseases.