Colo.'s biz-tech superstars Sep 16, 2009
CME Group of Chicago, parent of the Chicago Mercantile and other exchanges, was No. 1 on InformationWeek's list, followed by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, the Progressive Group of Insurance Cos. Wells Fargo & Co., Salesforce. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Study Identifies Which Children Do Not Need CT Scans After Head Trauma Sep 16, 2009
"When you have a sample size this large, it is easier to get your hands on the truth," said Nathan Kuppermann, professor and chair of emergency medicine, professor of pediatrics at UC Davis Children's Hospital and lead author of the study ... Along with the UC Davis team, key PECARN researchers in the Lancet study included Peter S. Dayan, from New York-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University Medical Center in New York; John D. Hoyle, Jr., from Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand... (Science Daily)
Guillen high on the '09 Halos Sep 12, 2009
Angels pitcher hosts fourth benefit for children's hospital. Mathis, Napoli bring different strengths to backstopper. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
For Scioscia, a dynamic duo at catcher Sep 12, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Angels. Mathis, Napoli bring different strengths to backstopper. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Angels' Kendrick greatly admires Jeter Sep 12, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Angels. Kendrick has great admiration for Jeter. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Angels down White Sox, pad division lead Sep 12, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Angels. 2009 Fantasy Baseball. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Saunders Suite Night another success Sep 12, 2009
Angels pitcher hosts fourth benefit for children's hospital ... ANAHEIM -- Soon after being called up during his rookie season a few years back, Angels left-hander Joe Saunders made a visit to the Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) with his wife Shanel ... Angels pitcher hosts fourth benefit for children's hospital. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
MiLB teams support injured young fan Sep 11, 2009
The young baseball fan remains in a medically induced coma at Akron Children's Hospital, as doctors must wait for the swelling to subside before determining their next course of action ... "We're big baseball fans, so we know the danger [of foul balls]," said Nicole Holko, Lucas' mother, during a press conference held at Akron Children's Hospital this past Friday. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Boy injured at Minors game improving Sep 10, 2009
He underwent surgery for a fractured skull and is in a medically induced coma at Akron Children's Hospital. Indians utility infielder Jamey Carroll arranged for a get-well card to be signed by the team, as well as a collection of autographed bats, balls and gloves. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Former Loyola All-American Standout in Major League Lacrosse Aug 25, 2009
Tim Goettelmann started a charity, 'Monster's Kids,' to benefit Long Island children's hospitals ... Tim Goettelmann '00 of the Long Island Lizards not only helped his team advance to the MLL Semifinals, but he was named the 2009 New Balance Sportsman of the Year for his efforts in creating `Monster's Kids,' a charity to benefit Long Island children's hospitals ... The program donates money to local children's hospitals, including Schneider's Children's Hospital in New Hyde Park, N.Y.. (Loyolagreyhounds.com)
Infant car seats can trim babies' oxygen levels Aug 25, 2009
Many parents think of car seats as a cozy spot for kids to sleep, even outside of the car, because they're so easy to use, says Selena Silva, the program coordinator at the Child Passenger Safety Program at Children's Hospital, in Denver, Colorado. "In the early days of parenthood, new parents are desperate to find any comfortable place for an infant to sleep," she says. (CNN -- Health)
New specialty spurs hopes for helping abused kids Aug 18, 2009
Dr. Rachel P. Berger, a pediatrician in the Child Advocacy Center at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, said she worries the shift might lead to difficulties in areas with nobody certified if defense attorneys challenge the credentials of regular doctors. "Who is going to testify on behalf of those children?" she asked. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Study: Ibuprofen is best for kids with broken arms Aug 18, 2009
Researchers randomly assigned 336 children ages 4 to 18 to go home with liquid versions of either ibuprofen or the acetaminophen-codeine combo after being treated for a broken arm at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. Neither the children, parents nor the doctors knew who received what treatment until the study ended. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Next-generation Sound Systems To Minimize Background Noise Jul 28, 2009
19, 2006) A new analysis of iPods and other portable, digital music players by researchers at the University of Colorado at Boulder and Children's Hospital in Boston has produced the first-ever detailed. (Sep. (Science Daily)
Giving Statins to Kids Provokes Debate Jul 28, 2009
"The consensus is that, for children with very high levels of LDL cholesterol at age 8 or older, physicians should consider statins if lifestyle and diet intervention have not been successful," said Dr. Stephen R. Daniels, chairman of pediatrics at the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine and Children's Hospital in Denver ... D., professor and chairman, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine and Children's Hospital, Denver; Feb. 16, 2009,... (MEDLINEplus)
U.S. Swine Flu Vaccine Trials Set to Begin Jul 24, 2009
Besides the University of Maryland School of Medicine, other centers taking part in the trials include the University of Iowa; St. Louis University; Baylor College of Medicine in Houston; Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati; Emory University in Atlanta, Group Health Cooperative, Seattle; and Vanderbilt University in Nashville, officials said. In Australia, Adelaide-based drug manufacturer Vaxine initiated trials Monday with 300 participants, while Melbourne's CSL has 240 people in its... (MEDLINEplus)
Judge rules against Amendment 54 Jul 18, 2009
Among them was The Children's Hospital and the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Reader Comments. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Mountain West Conference Honors 2008-09 Student-Athletes of the Year Jul 15, 2009
Fowler was also an active member of the community, volunteering with local church youth group programs, elementary school drug-free programs and reading days, Primary Children's Hospital, Boy Scouts of America and Habitat for Humanity. Rogers was honored as a Distinguished Graduate during commencement ceremonies this past May, posting a 3. (Themwc.com)
More of this story Jul 15, 2009
At the top level are the largest hospitals such as the UAMS Hospital and the Arkansas Children's Hospital which have all kinds of specialist physicians in-house ... Other career stops include the University of Mississippi hospital in Jackson, where he became assistant director; El Dorado, where he was associate administrator and later CEO of Warner Brown Hospital; and then 17 years at Arkansas Children's Hospital where he was assistant administrator and chief operating officer as well as interim... (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Questions Linger About Health Care Limits Jul 9, 2009
In Massachusetts, for instance, most parents with a sick child would demand access to Children's Hospital; and most cancer patients would want to go to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, no matter what network those were in. The plans being considered in Washington do not go nearly as far in seeking to change providers' spending habits. (CBS News)
Stimulus money boosts health clinics serving poor Jun 29, 2009
Ta'Shon's pain rapidly worsened and she visited the clinic about 10 more times over several months before her lung collapsed and she was airlifted to a children's hospital in Denver. There she was diagnosed with terminal cancer, confirming the suspicions of family members. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Five female executives share strategies for recession Jun 28, 2009
5 female execs share strategies for recession. 5 female execs share strategies for recession. (AZCentral -- Business)
Missouri boy, 3, leaves hospital after 2 years Jun 26, 2009
Both worked at Children's Hospital Central California in Madera County. Why they left: There were weeks when Brian needed six or seven medicines to help him breathe. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Vlad sheds dreds in effort to shake slump Jun 24, 2009
Saunders, Robb Quinlan, John Lackey, pitching coach Mike Butcher, hitting coach Mickey Hatcher, bullpen catcher Steve Soliz and their wives visited the children of Miller's Children's Hospital in Long Beach on Tuesday. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Anaheim Angels)
Looking Back Jun 18, 2009
Jane Kallaus, RN, returned to her work at the polio and rehabilitation center at the children's hospital. 25 years ago June 25, 1984 Local news For Ed Martin and his family the tornado that ripped through their farm June 7 put an end to the family's farm. (Kalona News, IA)
Sinus Infections May Cause Toxic Shock in Children Jun 17, 2009
"Prompt imaging studies of the sinuses is mandatory when no apparent cause of toxic shock syndrome is found," Dr. Kenny Chan of the University of Colorado and the Children's Hospital of Denver, whose study appears in the Archives of Otolaryngology, said in a statement. Chan said most people associate toxic shock syndrome with tampons used by menstruating women but it can affect men and children, too. (MEDLINEplus)
Sinus Infections Linked To Toxic Shock In Kids Jun 17, 2009
"Prompt imaging studies of the sinuses is mandatory when no apparent cause of toxic shock syndrome is found," Dr. Kenny Chan of the University of Colorado and the Children's Hospital of Denver says. Toxic shock syndrome is caused by toxins produced by bacteria. (W-USA News, DC)
Sinus Infections May Be A Factor In Toxic Shock Syndrome In Children Jun 17, 2009
Kenny H. Chan, M.D., of the University of Colorado School of Medicine and The Children's Hospital of Denver, and colleagues analyzed the medical records of 76 children (average age 10) who were identified as having toxic shock syndrome between 1983 and 2000. Of these, 23 were also diagnosed as having either acute or chronic rhinosinusitis. (Science Daily)
Continuous Glucose Monitoring Devices Benefit People With Type 1 Diabetes Jun 1, 2009
The CGM study was a randomized and controlled trial involving 129 adults and children ranging in age from 8 to 69 years old at 10 sites, including the Atlanta Diabetes Associates, the Joslin Diabetes Center, Kaiser Permanente Southern California, Nemours Children's Clinic - Jacksonville, FL, the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford University, the Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes at the University of Colorado Denver, the University of Iowa, the University of Washington, and... (Science Daily)
Refusing immunizations puts children at increased risk of pertussis infection May 26, 2009
According to pediatrician and co-author Matthew F. Daley, MD, of The Children's Hospital Denver and Kaiser Permanente's Institute for Health Research: "Parents want to do what is best for their children and need information to make good decisions regarding immunizations. This study will benefit parents and pediatric health care providers because it helps us better understand some of the risks of not vaccinating against childhood diseases.". . (EurekAlert!)
Back on the field, back into life May 22, 2009
Early the next morning, Wyoming Medical Center flew the girl to Denver Children's Hospital. There, Melissa waited on the transplant list -- twice. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Announces its New Medical Advisory Council May 20, 2009
Mary is Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Director of the Pediatric Pulmonary Center Grant at the University of Wisconsin Children's Hospital ... -Susan Apkon, MD. The Children's Hospital, Colorado ... -Richard S. Finkel, MD. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia -Albert Freedman, Ph. (PR Newswire)
Two local nurses among Iowa's 100 Great Nurses Apr 28, 2009
She has shared her nursing skills at the Denver Children's Hospital, has been in a clinic setting, has been a staff hospital nurse and has been a house supervisor. Her duties now are "To be sure patients receive the best care possible." She has a total of 30 years at BVRMC. "This is a great place to work. There's great leadership and there has always been a visionary in mind for what's best for the patients." She and her staff work closely with physicians and other professionals that may be... (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Sonbeams: Outreach with a special touch Mar 21, 2009
While completing her undergraduate degree, Kwasny worked at Children's Hospital of New Orleans and experienced something she believed too fateful to be coincidence ... His parents, who lived in Colorado Springs, were told he would receive the best treatment at Children's Hospital of New Orleans, where Kwasny happened to work, so they moved to Louisiana to live with her. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Risk Factors In Severity Of 'Flat Head Syndrome' In Babies Identified Mar 18, 2009
17, 2009) A new study by physician researchers from Hasbro Children's Hospital and Children's Hospital Boston identifies risk factors for the severity of asymmetrical head shapes, known as deformational plagiocephaly (DP), or more commonly as flat head syndrome ... With this in mind, physician researchers from Hasbro Children's Hospital and Children's Hospital Boston developed a study to determine the relationship between predisposing factors for DP and the severity of the flattening ... For the... (Science Daily)
Mental stress spirals with economy Mar 12, 2009
But that's getting harder in such a tough economic climate, says Julie Moghal, a psychologist based at CHOC Children's Hospital in Orange, Calif. "So many parents are feeling guilty and upset about how to handle economic reverses with their children," she says. (USA Today)
Earmarks benefit AZ Mar 6, 2009
Phoenix Children's Hospital for facilities and equipment, Phoenix, $143,000 (Pastor). St. (AZCentral -- News)
Low Vitamin D Linked to Colds and Flu Feb 28, 2009
Vitamin D may be an important way to arm the immune system against disorders like the common cold, report investigators from The University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Children's Hospital Boston. In the largest and most nationally representative study of the association between vitamin D and respiratory infections, people with the lowest blood vitamin D levels reported having significantly more recent colds or cases of the flu. (Newsmax)
Many faces of diabetes in American youth: The SEARCH for diabetes in youth study Feb 28, 2009
Targeted public health efforts to address obesity and prevent type 2 diabetes among Asian and Pacific Islanders are needed," said Lenna Liu, M.D., M.P.H., an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Seattle Children's Hospital and lead author of "Diabetes in Asian and Pacific Islander Youth ... The new SEARCH data fill an important gap in our knowledge and will help guide future research and target efforts to improve the prevention and treatment of diabetes and its complications,"... (EurekAlert!)
Vitamin D may protect against common cold Feb 25, 2009
In the study, Dr. Adit Ginde of the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine and colleagues at Harvard Medical School and Children's Hospital Boston found that people who had low blood levels of vitamin D were more likely to report having had a recent cold than those with higher amounts. What's more, the risk of a recent or other respiratory infection seemed to rise as vitamin D levels dropped. (CNN -- Health)
Too Little Vitamin D May Mean More Colds and Flu Feb 25, 2009
Ginde's team, from Harvard Medical School and Children's Hospital Boston, reports its findings in the Feb. 23 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. Vitamin D can be found in such foods as canned tuna, cereal and fortified milk or juice, according to the American Dietetic Association (ADA). (MEDLINEplus)
Sunny D: Vitamin beats C in combating cold, flu Feb 24, 2009
But Dr. Bruce Ames, a micronutrient scientist at Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute, said focusing on one vitamin is pointless. A lot needed to survive. (Denver Post)
Vitamin D deficiency may increase risk of colds, flu Feb 24, 2009
In the biggest and most nationally representative study of the association between vitamin D and respiratory infections, conducted by investigators from the University of Colorado Denver (UC Denver) School of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Children's Hospital Boston, people with the lowest blood vitamin D levels reported having significantly more recent colds or cases of the flu. The risks were even higher for those with chronic respiratory disorders, such as asthma and... (Xinhuanet, China)
iPod Safety: Are Your Earphones Causing Hearing Loss? Feb 21, 2009
But that's what researchers at Colorado University and Children's Hospital in Boston found in a small study of 30 young iPod users. Led by Cory Portnuff, an audiologist at Colorado who began studying iPod-related hearing loss in 2006, the study found that teens not only tend to play their music louder than adults but, often, are unaware of how loud they're playing it. (Time.com)
New iPod listening study shows surprising behavior of teens Feb 19, 2009
A new study involving iPods and teenagers by the University of Colorado at Boulder and Children's Hospital Boston indicates teenagers who receive pressure from their peers or others to turn down the volume of their iPods instead turn them up higher ... The results of the study, conducted by Portnuff and Associate Professor Kathryn Arehart of CU-Boulder's speech, language and hearing sciences department and Brian Fligor, director of diagnostic audiology at Children's Hospital Boston, were... (EurekAlert!)
Flu kills 4 children in 5 weeks Feb 19, 2009
This year's vaccine is a good match to the three strains of flu spreading this season, said Dr. Chris Nyquist, a pediatric infectious-disease doctor at Children's Hospital in Aurora. It's not too late to get vaccinated for this flu season, she said. (Denver Post)
Run, Eat, Run, Throw Up Feb 8, 2009
The student-run Krispy Kreme Challenge raised about $35,000 for the North Carolina Children's Hospital. The event began on a dare among college friends in 2004. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
