Read Top Medical > Pediatrics Headlines and Articles from http://www.medical-newsarticles.com en-us http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/rss_feeds.htm http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/illinois-parents-and-children-can-be-protected-from-medical-malpractice-281356.htm Mon, 21 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT An infant recently died from an Illinois hospital's medication error. The baby's wrongful death demonstrates the need for hospitals to follow all safety precautions when providing neonatal care. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/controversy-and-confusion-surround-proton-therapy-281387.htm Mon, 21 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT With proton therapy's estimated price tag of $150-$200 million, debates about ROI and effectiveness remain unsettled. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/fairy-licemothers-has-gone-west-please-welcome-our-newest-fairy-stacey-pomerantz-280444.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Fairy LiceMothers is continuing their dedication to eliminating lice. Their fourth location is open for business in Austin, TX. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/the-childhood-obesity-crisis-one-company-offers-a-simple-solution-to-a-staggering-health-problem-280474.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Childhood obesity is a crisis of epic proportions. Obesity is caused by too much food intake, not enough exercise or a combination of the two. Now, one company has found a simple solution that is nearly impossible for kids and young adults to resist http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/polaris-publishes-article-on-predicting-permanency-for-child-welfare-youth-in-jbhsr-281109.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Collecting mental health and strength data from youth and their families in the child welfare system can have a positive impact on how they react to and engage in planning their care, a new paper from Polaris reports. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/doctor-proposes-information-tech-to-reduce-prescription-errors-280085.htm Tue, 15 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT A study found that drug-related errors accounted for about a quarter of all preventable patient injuries. The study estimated that between 10 percent and 15 percent of prescriptions contain errors. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/new-york-medical-malpractice-attorneys-trolman-glaser-amp-lichtman-settled-brain-injury-at-birth-case-for-59-million-276287.htm Mon, 14 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Partner Jeff Lichtman settled neurological birth injury case under the New York Medical Indemnity Fund. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/new-book-shares-ups-and-downs-of-family-dealing-with-pediatric-cancer-279799.htm Thu, 10 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT 'Four Seasons for Charlotte' is a valuable resource for families dealing with childhood disease. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/ent-specialist-in-indiana-addresses-a-little-known-link-between-tonsils-sleep-apnea-and-behavior-problems-278874.htm Wed, 09 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The removal of tonsils and adenoids can solve obstructive sleep apnea in children and eliminate a host of associated problems. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/microsoft-amalga-adoption-lags-even-with-its-ability-to-share-aggregate-and-analyze-data-278887.htm Tue, 08 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Mixed success and--to some observers--an identity crisis follow the platform that seems tailor made to meet meaningful use, accountable care, and health information exchange needs http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/soft-amp-shield-hand-sanitizer-and-moisturizer-a-safe-and-healthy-alternative-to-alcohol-based-hand-sanitizers-277595.htm Wed, 02 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT An alcohol free hand sanitizer that worried mothers can turn to for use for their children http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/woodbridge-best-pediatrician-offers-free-prenatal-consultations-for-expectant-mothers-277697.htm Wed, 02 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Nimisha Shukla, best pediatrician in Edison, invites expectant mothers to take advantage of free prenatal consultations. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/05/newborn-care-website-expands-role-in-helping-new-parents-275981.htm Tue, 01 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Large parent base using Newborn Care 101 for free vital information regarding newborn topics. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/birth-injuries-from-the-use-of-forceps-during-delivery-276520.htm Thu, 26 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT A familiar medical device with a long history of use in births is the forceps. Unfortunately, sometimes even a device as commonly used as forceps can cause birth injury. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/intended-parents-find-surrogacy-solutions-in-india-276460.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT Crystal Travis, founder of World of Surrogacy (www.worldofsurrogacy.com), acts as a guide through the complicated and sometimes frustrating process of overseas surrogacy. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/4/dr-deandra-l-clark-recognized-by-worldwide-whos-who-for-excellence-in-pediatrics-276359.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Deandra Clark was named Professional of the Year in Pediatrics in 2011 http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/dr-rodney-schmelzer-returns-to-salt-lake-city-276264.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Schmelzer returns to the Salt Lake City area to continue his highly-specialized pediatric care and surgical services. He is partners with Dr. Louis Morales and the Craniofacial Foundation of Utah and Plastic Surgery Associates. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/beasley-firm-birth-injury-law-firm-recovers-multimillion-dollar-settlement-for-child-with-cerebral-palsy-275301.htm Fri, 20 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT Attorneys Dion Rassias and Catherine Rothenberger of The Beasley Firm, secure medical benefits and compensation for child diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a result of oxygen deprivation at birth. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/new-workshop-on-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-announced-by-care-plus-nj-274797.htm Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT A workshop on FASD will be held on May 21, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Care Plus NJ facility located at 610 Valley Health Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/4/joanna-swanson-recognized-by-worldwide-whos-who-for-excellence-in-doula-services-public-speaking-and-books-274749.htm Tue, 17 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT Joanna Swanson has written books and is working on a DVD about Doula's and saving lives http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/urgent-care-facilities-seeking-emr-solutions-find-more-than-one-type-of-chocolate-274484.htm Mon, 16 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT Thousands of urgent care centers are looking for an EMR to adapt to increasing patient volume, and providers are finding success with three different types of EMRs. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/a-delicate-balancing-act-delivering-an-infant-with-shoulder-dystocia-274000.htm Fri, 13 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT Shoulder dystocia is just one of many birth injuries that may result in complicated deliveries. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/international-electronic-patient-record-market-shows-promising-growth-opportunities-273418.htm Tue, 10 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT In its inaugural international report, healthcare technology research firm KLAS discovers that the international EPR market is still opening and providers face a host of vendor options, from country-specific to large commercial offerings. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/04/is-your-doctor-telling-you-the-whole-truth-maybe-not-says-new-study-273155.htm Sun, 08 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT A nationwide poll has troubling implications for patients who rely on their doctor's advice. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/3/worldwide-whos-who-names-leedell-reuben-md-professional-of-the-year-in-pediatric-medicine-269586.htm Tue, 20 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Reuben has also been recognized as a VIP member for his 32 years of medical success http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/03/improving-your-doctors-hygiene-269074.htm Mon, 19 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT Hospital-acquired infections are the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/03/delivery-complications-fetal-distress-syndrome-explained-268835.htm Fri, 16 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT Health care professionals, including doctors and nurses, working in labor and delivery, should be trained to recognize the warning signs of fetal distress and take appropriate steps to prevent birth injuries from occurring. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/03/couple-represented-by-david-k-miller-awarded-almost-3-million-in-oregon-wrongful-birth-case-268455.htm Thu, 15 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT David K. Miller, of the Oregon law firm Miller andamp; Wagner, LLP, represented a Portland-area couple who was awarded almost $3 million last Friday in a andquot;wrongful birthandquot; case. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/03/childhood-tbis-can-cause-serious-developmental-delays-265503.htm Mon, 12 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT Traumatic brain injuries can be devastating to people of any age, but children who suffers TBIs are much more likely to suffer developmental disorders than their classmates. Learn how parents can minimize their impact and best help their child. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/03/new-york-medical-malpractice-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-comments-on-babys-death-linked-to-circumcision-267630.htm Sat, 10 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT New York medical malpractice lawyer David Perecman comments on the death of a newborn baby following a controversial circumcision-related rite in a Brooklyn hospital. The cause of the death was listed as herpes. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/3/worldwide-whos-who-names-eileen-m-rose-professional-of-the-year-in-medical-research-amp-development-267720.htm Fri, 09 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT Ms. Rose develops new products to further Boston Scientific's business http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/03/penn-state-scandal-raises-questions-and-concerns-for-parents-265499.htm Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT The Penn State child abuse claims against Jerry Sandusky have sparked similar allegations in sports programs throughout the country. While statistics indicate that sexual abuse of children is declining, it remains a serious problem in youth sports. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/3/dr-lydia-caros-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-pediatric-health-care-266604.htm Mon, 05 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT Lydia Caros' medical center strives to enhance wellness and regular health maintenance in Native American families http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/03/hansons-windows-donates-nearly-25000-in-window-work-to-ronald-mcdonald-house-of-detroit-266091.htm Fri, 02 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT andquot;Children are most important thing in life,andquot; owner/president says http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/03/mckesson-paragon-strategy-shifts-to-contend-in-larger-hospitals-win-horizon-customers-266111.htm Thu, 01 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT Gaps and weaknesses in the Paragon suite exist, but McKesson hopes increased Paragon investment and focus will attract larger clients (400 bed hospitals) and Horizon customers looking to migrate http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/02/southern-health-establishes-solid-reputation-in-healthcare-industry-with-leadership-development-programs-and-academic-research-265566.htm Wed, 29 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT Southern Health began more than 159 years ago as one centre for the ill and destitute, but throughout the course of its long history, the organisation has always guaranteed one key promise to its patients: top-quality healthcare. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/02/infant-mortality-an-alarming-problem-in-the-us-262595.htm Tue, 28 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT The U.S. infant mortality rate is unacceptable, but infant death rates vary greatly among regions and ethnic groups. The U.S. must elevate its universal standard of prenatal care and birth care. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/2/nelly-farnoodyzahiri-recognized-by-worldwide-whos-who-for-excellence-in-child-psychology-265106.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Farnoody-Zahiri Helps Children with Learning Disabilities and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/2/kristy-e-peavey-bsn-rnc-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-neonatal-nursing-263810.htm Mon, 20 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT In following the work of Florence Nightingale, Ms. Peavey strives to be the best nurse that she can be http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/2/katherine-l-sterner-rn-msn-fnp-honored-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-health-care-263581.htm Fri, 17 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT Ms. Sterner gives her patients vital information pertaining to the management of diabetes and hypertension http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/02/a-new-urgent-care-center-has-opened-its-doors-in-the-bronx-medcareplus-pllc-262645.htm Mon, 13 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT MedCarePlus is a walk-in urgent care center in The Bronx. It is an ideal solution for all patients with minor illnesses or injuries; a cost-efficient alternative to the long wait in the ER for minor medical conditions. Digital x-ray, digital Rx. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/2/m-hillary-onan-md-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-pediatric-ophthalmology-261930.htm Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT Named one of Texas Super Doctors from 2006-2011, Dr. Onan is a member of the Texas Medical Association, AAPOS, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/02/best-pediatrician-in-edison-provides-educational-resources-for-parents-261174.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT Dr. Nimisha Shukla, top pediatrician in Edison, offers parents tips and advice for taking care of their children while keeping them healthy. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/02/kids-and-animals-engage-in-play-does-it-have-greater-value-research-and-revelations-continue-260578.htm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:00:00 GMT In nature, playing is an important part of growing up for animals. Recently studies point out the importance of play for children. Read more about the proven value of play for children. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/01/national-peanut-butter-day-is-no-picnic-for-kids-with-peanut-allergies-but-educating-our-kids-about-food-allergies-can-be-258711.htm Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT With over six million children in the US now facing peanut and other food allergies, food allergy education in schools is a must. Author Sue Ganz-Schmitt strives to help with the release of her children's book The Princess and the Peanut. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/01/get-it-straight-orthodontics-establishes-local-chapter-of-national-charity-smile-for-a-lifetime-in-rochester-ny-and-surrounding-areas-258162.htm Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT Rochester NY orthodontists are the first orthodontic practice in New York State to open a local chapter of the Smile for a Lifetime Foundation, a charity that aims to provide free orthodontic care to people who are ineligible for financial assistance. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/01/forceps-may-lower-the-risk-of-seizures-during-birth-257354.htm Sun, 15 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT A new study indicates that newborns may have a lower risk of suffering seizures if doctors use forceps to aid in childbirth. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/01/a-primer-on-birth-injuries-involving-bleeding-in-the-brain-257352.htm Sun, 15 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT The most traumatic of all birth injuries are the ones affecting the baby's brain. http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/01/have-some-unexpected-holiday-guest-left-you-scratching-your-head-256978.htm Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT With so many families and friends gatherings throughout the holidays you can see how easy it is to share the gift of LICE! http://www.medical-newsarticles.com/medical_pediatrics_articles/2012/01/us-supreme-court-reviews-generic-drug-warning-label-requirements-256378.htm Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT One important development in 2011 regarding safety warnings for prescription drugs came out of the US Supreme Court. In PLIVA, Inc. v. Mensing, a narrow majority held that federal labeling regulations applicable to generic drugs are in conflict with tort claims under state laws.