New recommendations on infant safe sleep from the American Academy of Pediatrics
Sleep is especially critical for infants, as well as their parents. It’s not only a time for rest; it’s also crucial for a baby’s mood, growth and learning.
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Children’s latest stories in the news and press releases from across our hospitals and clinics.
Millennials are continuing to visit pediatricians into young adulthood
More millennials are continuing to visit their pediatricians as they venture into young adulthood.
New research presents parents with social media best practices
Research presented at the 2016 AAP National Conference cautioned parents on over-sharing about their kids on social media.
Little scientific evidence proves connection between sugar and hyperactivity in children
Hannah Kull, nurse practitioner at Children's Minnesota, joined WCCO-TV’s “Good Question” segment to discuss the effects sugar has on kids.
Star Tribune: New screen time guidelines released for young children
Children's Minnesota's Dr. Gigi Chawla weighed in on the new American Academy of Pediatrics screen time guidelines.
Children’s Minnesota Best Doctors recognized by Minnesota Monthly Magazine
Children’s Minnesota is proud to congratulate our 99 physicians who were recognized as 2016 Best Doctors by Minnesota Monthly magazine.
New CAR T-Cell therapy increasing leukemia patient survival rates
Children’s Minnesota is using a new medical therapy known as CAR T-cell therapy that could help kids with acute lymphoblastic leukemia have a better chance of survival.
Relationships and interaction with caregivers critical to positive development in children
Dr. Mike Troy sat down with KARE-TV to discuss why the 0-3 age range is so important for lifelong growth and development.
Shape.com: How young can you get breast cancer?
At 8 years old, Chrissy Turner was diagnosed with secretory breast carcinoma at a hospital in Utah. Dr. Joanna Perkins, Children’s Minnesota Cancer and Blood Disorders Program physician, shared insights with Shape.com about breast cancer in young people, noting that this type of cancer is possible at any age but is exceptionally rare in children and adolescents. Read the full story: How young can you get breast cancer?
Patsy Stinchfield answers flu questions on WCCO-TV
Patsy Stinchfield weighed in on WCCO-TV’s Good Question segment to answer questions about flu vaccine and this year’s flu season.