The study implies that allergic and inflammatory diseases may actually trigger autoimmune diseases by relaxing the controls that normally eliminate newly produced, self-reactive B cells.
Sponsored by the University of Washington (UW) School of Law and the Treuman Katz Center for Pediatric Bioethics, symposium attendees will discuss the ethical and policy implications of limiting growth in children with severe disabilities.
In another bold move underscoring its mission to eliminate pediatric disease, Seattle's Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center today announced the acquisition of an additional city block adjacent to the two contiguous downtown research buildings it purchased in late October, 2006.
An international study has identified a new genetic cause for Joubert syndrome (JS). Joubert syndrome is an inherited condition that affects development of the cerebellum and brainstem, the structures in the brain that coordinate movements and regulate basic functions such as breathing, swallowing, heart rate and consciousness.
One of the greatest medical mysteries of our time has taken a leap forward in medical understanding with new study results announced by Dr. Daniel D. Rubens of Seattle Children's Hospital. Rubens' study published in Early Human Development found all babies in a study group who died of SIDS universally shared the same distinctive difference in their newborn hearing test results for the right inner ear, when compared to infants who did not have SIDS.
The onset of winter cold and flu season combined with colder, short days unfortunately all contribute to increased asthma symptoms for many children. People remain inside this time of year plus indoor air quality becomes poor, while colds move through families, schools and communities.
Researchers from Seattle Children's Hospital suggest that evaluating and establishing industry standards for flu vaccines for hospitalized children could help prevent additional hospitalizations and complications from influenza.
In a pair of related studies released by Seattle Children's Research Institute and published in the January 2009 issue of Archives of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine, researchers found that 54 percent of adolescents frequently discuss high-risk activities including sexual behavior, substance abuse or violence using MySpace, the popular social networking Web site (SNS).
In a new study, young children and their adult caregivers uttered fewer vocalizations, used fewer words and engaged in fewer conversations when in the presence of audible television.
Citalopram (Celexa), a medication commonly prescribed to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), was no more effective than a placebo at reducing repetitive behaviors, according to a multi-site clinical trial.
Experts at Seattle Children's Hospital have put together a Healthy Child Checklist to ensure that children "“ and parents "“ are prepared for the first day of school.
In a new study, the amount of television viewed by many young children in child care settings doubles the previous estimates of early childhood screen time, with those in home-based settings watching significantly more on average than those in center-based daycares.
In a new study, the amount of calories selected by parents for their child’s hypothetical meal at McDonald’s restaurants were reduced by an average of 102 calories when the menus clearly showed the calories for each item.
In a new study, infants averaging six months of age who exhibited positional plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome) had lower scores than typical infants in observational tests used to evaluate cognitive and motor development.
Milestone marked on World Kidney Day, helping raise awareness for kidney disease.
Puget Sound children's hospitals bring together expertise from region's pediatric health care leaders.
Seattle Children’s Autism Center today announced the launch of “The Autism Blog,” a new blog for parents and caregivers of children with autism. Authored by physicians, nurses, psychologists and other staff, the blog offers a practitioner’s perspective on topics relevant to parenting a child with autism.
Children’s robotic surgical specialists have collective career experience performing over 400 pediatric robotic assisted surgeries including 12 world’s first procedures. The five year milestone was marked with Blinky the Surgeonator’s Surprise Birthday Party
Center’s immunotherapy research may eliminate the need for surgery, chemotherapy and radiation.
The Treuman Katz Center for Pediatric Bioethics at Seattle Children’s Research Institute will host its Seventh Annual Pediatric Bioethics Conference on Friday, July 22 and Saturday, July 23 at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center on Seattle’s downtown waterfront. Leaders in the field will examine the various ethical and public policy boundaries and complexities of providing healthcare to children. It can also be watched live via webcast at http://www.seattlechildrens.org/research/initiatives/bioethics/.
On-site at Children’s, the transfusion service blood laboratory will increase efficiencies in blood operations and improve patient care.
Seattle Children's receives $2.3 million from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to complete development of affordable respiratory support device
Study suggests improved screening for suicidal tendencies by primary care providers is needed.
Local Espresso Bar and Bakery shrinks logo to kick-off National Dwarfism Awareness Month.
Two transformative gifts will help Children’s deliver superior patient care, and advance new healthcare discoveries and treatments.
Final stage clinical trial shows significantly improved lung function in subset of CF patients.
Gates Foundation grants $20 Million to GAPPS at Seattle Children’s to engage researchers from around the world in groundbreaking research
First of its kind study examines alternative immunization schedule occurrence rates in Washington state and pediatricians’ comfort level using alternative schedules.
Headaches more frequent in youth three months after mild traumatic head injuries compared to those with arm injuries.
Children’s honors Ben Towne Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation’s gift by renaming cancer research center: Ben Towne Center for Childhood Cancer Research.
Research reveals new clues about cell function.
Simple recommendations help reduce harmful exposures for women.
Rare combination of pregnancy specimens and data now available to scientists working to improve maternal, newborn, and child health worldwide.
Youth with parental separation anxiety also at decreased risk.
Girls less likely to play outside compared with boys.
Lisa Brandenburg to assume role immediately.
Neighborhood supermarket and park proximity directly related to obesity, study finds
Prematurity now the second-leading cause of death worldwide in children under age 5.
Two distinct mutations cause “question mark ears syndrome,” study finds.
New role oversees ambulatory, emergency, diagnostic, therapeutic and support services, as well as initiatives to improve patient care
5-month-old received this milestone transplant at Children’s.
Children’s cancer, nephrology, urology and neurology/neurosurgery programs in nation’s top ten.
Patients ages 13 to 24 given opioids for pain more than twice as likely to become addicted if they have mental health disorder, study finds.
Website may help curb healthcare costs, kids affected by chronic condition.
Access to science education increased for Washington State kids, families.
Researchers shed light on molecular cause of childhood’s worst conditions as first step toward developing more effective treatments
Leaders of prominent, international philanthropic and research organizations are convening in Seattle July 14-16 to address the global crisis of preterm birth and develop an action roadmap of research priorities and opportunities.
Funding Awarded to Seattle Children’s Hospital, Public Health - Seattle & King County and Healthy King County Coalition to Focus on Nutrition, Physical Activity and Tobacco Prevention in Partnership with Youth, Families and Communities.
Five innovative research projects aiming to prevent premature birth were announced today by the Global Alliance to Prevent Prematurity and Stillbirth (GAPPS), an initiative of Seattle Children’s.
• New surveys show research and funding is uncoordinated, lacking a cohesive agenda • Article in American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology provides strategic framework to save millions of lives.
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