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October 2016

• Prostate cancer treatment helps sustain 10-year-old with rare bone cancer. FoxNews.com - October 5, 2016
  Dr. Peter Anderson comments. Read More.

September 2016

• Cleveland Clinic opens new pediatric suite across from Hillcrest Hospital. Cleveland.com - September 27, 2016
  Cleveland Clinic Children's opens new comprehensive pediatric outpatient suite at the Hillcrest Medical Office Building. Dr. Giovanni Piedimonte and Dr. Thomas Phelps comment.
• Steroids and Supplements can cause health problems in young athletes. WJW TV-8 - September 27, 2016
  Dr. Elizabeth Saarel and Dr. Marc Gillinov discuss how steroids and supplements can cause health problems in young athletes. Watch.
• 6-year-old boy fighting cancer. WEWS TV-5 - September 27, 2016
  Cleveland Clinic Children’s patient has cancerous bone in his arm replaced with healthy bone from his leg. Dr. Peter Anderson comments. Watch.
• Could Fructose Be Causing Your Child’s Tummy Troubles? US News & World Report - September 21, 2016
  Dr. Kadakkal Radhakrishnan, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, shares what you need to know about dietary fructose intolerance.
• Make Family Mealtime a Priority. US News & World Report - September 20, 2016
  Dr. Sara Lappe, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, explains why family mealtimes are so important.
• Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease. WYFX-TV - September 14, 2016
  Dr. Sara Lappe shares tips on how to manage and tolerate hand, foot and mouth disease. Watch.
• Codeine Not Safe for Kids, Pediatricians Warn. US News & World Report - September 19, 2016
  New report warns codeine is unsafe for children. Dr. Amy Sniderman, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments.
• Maddie’s Fight- Trail Blazing
  Mother of Cleveland Clinic Children’s patient shares her daughter’s journey as she battles rare cancer. Dr. Peter Anderson is mentioned. Read More.
  • Read the Huffington Post story - September 17, 2016
• Golfers from the Web.com Tour visit Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation. Watch the Golf Channel video - September 2016.
• Cleveland Clinic Children’s patient hits the first tee shot at the Web.com Tour. Watch the Golf Channel video - September 2016.
• Helping Kids Deal with Anger and Frustration. Watch the WKOW-TV and WTVQ-TV story - September 15, 2016
  Dr. Kate Eshleman discusses the reasons behind why children tend to act out and ways parents can cope with it. Watch.
• Time to Think Flu Vaccine, But Not Nasal Spray. Watch the KOLO-TV and KAVU-TV story - September 14, 2016
  Dr. Camille Sabella explains why the CDC says the nasal spray flu vaccine should not be used this season. Watch.
• Nasal spray flu vaccine no longer effective, CDC says. Watch the WJW-TV 8 story - September 7, 2016
  Dr. Charles Foster, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discusses recent review on the effectiveness of the nasal flu vaccine. Watch.
• Dr. Robert Stewart- The American Heart Association & Cleveland Clinic Team Up with WKYC for a Day of Health & Fun. Watch the WKYC-TV 3 story - September 3, 2016
  Dr. Robert Stewart, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discusses the importance of the upcoming 2016 Cleveland Heart Walk. Watch.
• "Party at Napoli's" Fundraiser Event.
  Michelle Amato, vice chairman of the Philanthropy Institute, discusses fundraising event with all proceeds going towards research at Cleveland Clinic Children’s. Read More.
  • Watch the WKYC-TV8 story.
  • Watch the WOIO-TV19 story.
• Acne scars are more than skin deep. Watch the WKBN-TV and WTVQ-TV story - September 1, 2016
  Experts say teens who suffer from acne are at a risk for psychological effects. Dr. Kate Eshleman comments. Watch.

August 2016

• Discussing Autism with a New Teacher
  Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, explains the importance of discussing a child’s autism with a new teacher. Watch the KAVU-TV (Victoria, TX) Story, 08/31/16
• Cleveland, like Toledo, looks for ways to prevent lead poisoning in kids
  Dr. Giovanni Piedimonte, chairman of Cleveland Clinic Children's comments. Read the Plain Dealer story, 8/27/16
• Cleveland, like Toledo, looks for ways to prevent lead poisoning in kids
  Cleveland is examining ways to prevent lead poisoning in kids. Dr. Giovanni Piedimonte, chairman of Cleveland Clinic Children's comments. Read the Plain Dealer Story, 08/27/16
• Advice doctors give their own kids before they head off to college
  Doctors share advice they give their own kids before they head off to college. Dr. Ellen Rome, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Read the CBSNews.com Story, 08/25/16
• Taking Your Best Shot
  Dr. Camille Sabella, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, shares the importance of keeping your kids up-to-date on their vaccinations. Read the Costco Connection Story, 08/16
• Preparing for back to school
  Dr. Hanan Nashed, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, offers helpful reminders when preparing for back to school. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story
• Olympic Rower, Meningitis Vaccine, Students and Screen Time
  Dr. Katherine Lamparyk, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, joins panel of experts to discuss vaccination requirements. Listen to the WCPN Radio Story, 08/17/16
• Back to School Backpack Safety
  Dr. Richard So, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, shares important tips for backpack safety.Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 08/16
• Mandatory Vaccinations
  New law requires some students to receive the meningococcal vaccine before the start of the school year. Dr. Michael Macknin, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 08/16
• Unhealthy weight loss and eating disorders
  The stress of a new school year can lead to unhealthy weight loss and eating disorders. Dr. Ellen Rome and Cleveland Clinic Children’s patient discuss the topic. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 08/16
• Healthy Recipes
  Jennifer Willoughby, RD, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, shares delicious recipes with healthy, hidden ingredients. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 08/16
• Nightmares
  Parents of young children are all too familiar with the frightened cries after their child has had a nightmare. Dr. Kate Eshleman, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Watch the WJHG-TV (Panama City, FL) Story, 08/16
• Getting Your Child Into Sports
  Dr. Richard So explains why it is a good idea to get kids involved in sports programs. Watch the KOLO-TV (Reno, NV) Story, 08/16
• Letting Your Baby Cry
  A recent study says that letting babies cry themselves to sleep does not cause any long term emotional or behavioral harm to the child. Dr. Eva Kubiczek-Love, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Watch the KOLO-TV (Reno, NV) Story, 08/16
• Protecting Kids from Mosquitos
  Dr. Lisa Diard discusses how mosquito bites can be more than just an itchy nuisance. Watch the KAYU-TV (Spokane, WA) Story, 08/16
• Too Much Sun: How to protect your kids from sunburn
  Dr. Lisa Diard, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, gives tips for preventing sunburn and sun poisoning. Watch the KATU-TV (Portland, OR) Story, 08/16
• Fighting Summer Weight Gain
  Dr. Karen Vargo, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, shares ways to help your child stay active and avoid summer weight gain. Watch the WYFX-TV (Youngstown, OH) Story, 08/16
• Culture gap can make diabetes diet harder
  Case finds language and cultural barriers can make a diabetes diet more difficult. Dr. Sumana Narasimhan, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discusses her research. Read the Reuters and Foxnews.com Story, 08/12/16
• U.S. panel says not enough evidence to support lipid screenings for kids
  The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force says there is not enough evidence to support lipid screenings for kids. Dr. Elizabeth Saarel, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Read the Rueters and FoxNews.com Story, 08/10/16
• Program helps children with ADHD get ready for school year
  A summer program hosted by Cleveland Clinic is helping children with ADHD get ready for the school year. Hilary Alexander, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Read the Cleveland19.com Story, 08/05/16

July 2016

• Parents should talk to kids about obesity, doctors say
  Doctors express the importance of parents talking to children about obesity. Dr. Vaishali Flask, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Read the Columbus Dispatch Story, 07/31/16
• The Lowdown on Lactose Intolerance in Babies and Children
  Dr. Kadakkal Radhakrishnan, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discusses symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for kids with lactose intolerance. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 07/27/16
• A Healthier Life Starts With Reading the Food Label
  Dr. Sara Lappe, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, explains the importance of reading nutrition labels. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 07/26/16
• Greyson's Journey
  Young patient is scheduled to undergo second cleft palate surgery on his birthday. Dr. Bahar Bassiri Gharb comments. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 07/16
• Combating Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
  Dr. Lisa Diard, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discusses the dangers of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 07/16
• Spreading Awareness for Long QT Syndrome
  Family honors their relative’s memory by spreading awareness for long QT syndrome. Dr. Peter Aziz comments. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 07/16
• Hospitals' Goal: Healthy and Happy Kids
  Many hospitals are giving mental and emotional well-being greater attention. Dr. Giovanni Piedimonte, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 07/07/16

June 2016

• Keeping kids safe during pool season
  Dr. Purva Grover explains how to keep kids safe during pool season. Watch the WOIO-TV19 Story, 06/01/16
• Cleveland Clinic Is Dressing Newborns in Cavs Gear
  Cleveland Clinic babies are ‘Born to Believe’.
  • Read the Cleveland Scene Story, 06/01/16
  • Watch the WKYC-TV 3 Story, 06/02/16
  • Watch the WEWS-TV 5 Story, 06/02/16
  • Watch the WTOL-TV Story, 06/02/16
• Heart transplant recipient to hit links in Games
  A 16-year-old who was the recipient of a heart transplant at Cleveland Clinic Children’s prepares to compete in golf in the Donate Life Transplant Games. Dr. Gerard Boyle and transplant coordinator Colleen Nasman comment. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 06/10/16
• Tonawanda teen, younger brother a ‘perfect match’ for marrow transplant
  Teenager and younger brother are a perfect match for bone marrow transplant. Dr. Rabi Hanna, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read the Buffalo News Story, 06/11/16
• Cleveland Clinic returns to Rocky River with Children’s Center for Autism
  Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism opens in Rocky River, Ohio. Dr. Thomas Frazier comments. Read the West Life Story, 06/12/16
• Experts discuss tips to prevent heatstroke related deaths in hot cars
  Each year children die from heatstroke after being accidentally left in a vehicle on a hot day. Dr. Lisa Diard comments. Watch the WYFX-TV (Youngstown, OH), WJHG-TV (Panama City, FL), and 2 other CCNS affiliates Story, 06/15/16
• International Adoption
  Dr. Elaine Schulte discusses common health concerns associated with international adoptions and how Cleveland Clinic Children’s provides support for families. (Interview starts at 5:49 mark) Listen to the WTAM 1100 Story, 06/18/16
• Nightly Business Report – A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Advisory Committee is recommending against the use of the nasal spray influenza vaccine for the upcoming flu season.
  Dr. Camille Sabella, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. (Story starts at 14:47) Watch the Nightly Business Report Story, 06/23/16
• Healthy eating suggestions for kids
  Dr. Marc Gillinov and Diana DiFabio, RD, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discuss healthy eating suggestions for kids. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 06/16
• Tips for your amusement park trips
  Dr. Richard So shares helpful tips to consider when planning a family trip to an amusement park. Watch the WKOW-TV (Madison, WI) Story, 06/16
• Finding a cancer vaccine by 2020
  Vice President Joe Biden discussed the Cancer Moonshot initiative at the Cleveland Clinic Health and Education Center at Langston Hughes. Dr. Michelle Medina and Cleveland Clinic Children’s Mobile Unit featured.
  • Watch the WKYC-TV 3 Story, 06/30/16
  • Watch the WEWS-TV 5 Story, 06/30/16
  • Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 06/30/16
  • Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 06/30/16
• Screen addition: Setting technology boundaries with your kids
  A recent survey found that as many as 50 percent of teenagers believe they are addicted to their electronic devices. Dr. Sara Lappe, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the KTVX-TV (Salt Lake City, UT) Story, 06/30/16

May 2016

• Sun safety for kids
  Dr. Joan Tamburro discusses sun safety for kids. Watch the WSYM-TV (Lansing, MI) Story, 05/30/16
• Swimming Pool Safety Tips
  Dr. Purva Grover explains how to keep kids safe during pool season. Watch the WFLX-TV (West Palm Beach, FL) Story, 5/30/16
• You Can Have Adult ADHD And Not Know It
  New studies examine whether adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) differs from the condition diagnosed in children. Dr. Michael Manos, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read the Self.com Story, 05/25/16
• 6 years later: Miracle heart transplant allows boy to be ‘normal kid again’
  Six years after receiving a life-saving heart-transplant, a 14-year-old Cleveland Clinic Children’s patient thrives as an accomplished horseback rider. Dr. Gerard Boyle comments. Watch the WJW-TV8 Story, 05/24/16
• Help 9-year-old Maddie fight a rare and aggressive bone cancer
  Florida family makes plea to find help for their young daughter fighting rare and aggressive bone cancer. Dr. Peter Anderson, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read the Today.com Story, 05/21/16
• 5 Steps to a Perfect Bike Helmet Fit
  Dr. Jessica Cohn shares tips on how to fit a bike helmet properly. Read the Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine, 05/21/16
• Figuring Out Dietary Fiber: Does Your Child Need It?
  Dr. Kadakkal Radhakrishnan, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, explains the health benefits of fiber for children. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 05/18/16
• CrockerKids series kicks off
  CrockerKids Summer Series, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Children’s, begins today. Nurse practitioner Allyson Talbert-May comments. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 05/17/16
• Preventing Injury to Kids While Cutting the Grass
  Dr. Purva Grover shares a reminder to think safety when mowing the lawn. Watch the WCNC-TV (Charlotte, NC), 05/17/16
• Mother warns of the dangers of cyber bullying after losing her son to suicide
  Dr. Vanessa Jensen, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Watch the WJW-TV8 Story, 05/16/16
• Bike Helmet Safety
  Dr. Michael Macknin shows exactly how a bicycle helmet should fit for the best protection. Watch the KOLO-TV (Reno, NV) Story, 05/13/16
• Could a gluten-free diet in kids do more harm than good?
  Placing children on a gluten-free diet without consulting a physician could be damaging to their health. Jennifer Willoughby, RD, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Read the CBSNews.com Story, 05/13/16
• Is your child wearing their bike helmet the ‘right’ way?
  Dr. Richard So, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discusses bike helmet safety.
  • Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 05/09/16
  • Watch the WEWS-TV 5 Story, 05/09/16
• Talking 'The Talk' with Your Teen
  Dr. Ellen Rome discusses why it’s important to talk to adolescents about their sexual health and gives tips on how parents can approach the subject. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 05/09/16
• 'We Defied Every Odd' – Ohio Mom Celebrates Her First Mother's Day After Years of Infertility and Heartache
  Mom celebrates her first Mother’s Day after years of infertility. Dr. Jeff Schwersenski comments.
  • Read the People Story, 05/08/16
  • Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 05/08/16
• More than 800 guests celebrated the youngest patients at Cleveland Clinic Children's 26th Anniversary Gala
  Watch the WJW-TV8 Story, 05/08/16
• Ohio mom's intuition helps save baby girl with life-threatening heart condition
  New mom has a lot to celebrate on her first Mother’s Day after she noticed subtle signs of a life threatening heart problem in one of her twin baby girls. Dr. Robert Stewart comments.
  • Watch the WOIO Story, 05/06/16
  • Watch the WFXP Story, 05/06/16
  • Read the Fox News Story, 05/06/16
• North Royalton community rallies around local boy being honored with a courage award at the Cleveland Clinic Children’s Gala on May 7
  Watch the WJW-TV8 Story, 05/05/16
• The amazing Maisie goes home after successful bone marrow transplant
  Dr. Rabi Hanna, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WKYC-TV3 Story, 05/05/16
• Parents of two young children with sickle cell anemia share their story
  Dr. Grace Onimoe, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 05/03/16

April 2016

• 8 Solutions Real Allergy Sufferers Swear By
  Allergy sufferers share their best coping strategies. Dr. Brian Schroer, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read the Prevention Story, 04/28/16
• Does Your Child Have Autism? New Tool May Aid Diagnosis
  New test developed by Cleveland Clinic researchers may help diagnose autism sooner. Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism, discusses his research. Request the Healthy Living Story, 04/16
• Too many doctors prescribe acid-blockers to babies, study says
  Study finds nearly 1 in 4 babies in neonatal intensive care units receive acid-suppressing medication. Dr. Sabine Iben, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read The Columbus Dispatch Story, 04/28/16
• 10 Beliefs About Vaccinating Kids That Are Dangerous and Wrong
  Dr. Camille Sabella, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discusses the biggest myths about kids' vaccines. Read the Cosmopolitan Story, 04/22/16
• John Owen Dumm earns Cleveland Clinic Courage Award
  12-year-old battling Duchenne muscular dystrophy to be honored at the 26th Annual Cleveland Clinic Children’s Gala on May 7. Dr. Genevive Falconi comments. Read the North Royalton Post Story, 04/21/16
• Cleveland FBI agents pay a special visit to hospitalized children.
  Cleveland FBI agents pay a special visit to Cleveland Clinic Children’s with a secret mission to spread some cheer. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 04/18/16
• Petitti Garden Centers announce 2016 Lend a Hand campaign, event on April 19
  Petitti Garden Centers and Scotts Miracle-Gro announce the 2016 "Lend a Hand" campaign benefitting Cleveland Clinic Children's. Read the Newsnet5.com Story, 04/18/16
• Pieces of Hope
  Allison Acerra, speech/language pathologist at Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism, comments on the journey of young student featured in the Panera Bread autism campaign. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 04/16
• 5 Important Facts About Autism
  Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism, shares 5 important facts about autism. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 04/16
• Message of Hope for Autism
  Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism, shares a message of hope for autism. Request the Lake County Tribune Story, 04/16
• Prescribing immigration reform for a healthy economy: Giovanni Piedimonte (Opinion)
  Making the case for immigration reform, Dr. Giovanni Piedimonte, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, says that high-skill immigrants are a key ingredient in the success of Cleveland’s healthcare. Read The Plain Dealer Story, 04/15/16
• Lessons About Love That Kids With Autism Can Teach All of Us
  Experts discuss four important lessons about love that we can all learn from kids with autism. Dr. Thomas Frazier, director of the Cleveland Clinic Children's Center for Autism, comments. Read The Stir Story, 04/13/16
• Remote Eye Gaze Tracking
  New research finds that eye gaze tracking technology shows promise in identifying children with autism. Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 04/12/16
• Help your kids eat healthy diets
  Registered dietitian Jennifer Willoughby shares tips on how to get a child to start eating more fruits and vegetables. Watch the (WYFX-TV (Youngstown, OH), KQDS-TV (Duluth, MN), and 4 other CCNS affiliates) Story, 04/11/16
• A call for the integration of autism in the community (Arabic)
  Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism is profiled in a story on the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Thomas Frazier comments. Watch the Sky News Arabia (Arabic) Story, 04/11/15
• Remote Eye Gaze Tracking for Autism
  New research finds that eye gaze tracking technology shows promise in identifying children with autism. Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WEWS-TV 5 Story, 04/11/16
• Cleveland Clinic and Panera team up to benefit autism center via ... cookies!
  Northeast Ohio Panera Bread stores kick-off annual campaign benefiting Cleveland Clinic Children’s Center for Autism. Dr. Thomas Frasier comments.
  • Read the Freshwater Cleveland Story, 04/11/16
  • Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story, 04/11/16
  • Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 04/11/16
• Innovation addresses the deflection spine in children (Arabic)
  Magnetic rod improves scoliosis treatment for young boy. Dr. Ryan Goodwin comments. Watch the Sky News Arabia Story (Arabic), 04/10/16
• Brothers reunite for birthday celebration at Cleveland Clinic (photos)
  Cleveland Clinic patient awaiting a heart transplant was able to celebrate his birthday with his family thanks to A Special Wish Foundation. Read the Plain Dealer Story, 04/05/16
• Eye Movements May Be Early Marker of Autism
  Study finds eye movements may be early marker of autism. Dr. Thomas Frazier discusses his study. Read the Medpage Today Story, 04/01/16
• Eye-gaze tracking may offer objective tool for detecting autism in children
  New research finds eye-gaze tracking technology may be a more effective tool for spotting signs of autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read the FoxNews.com Story, 04/01/16
• The 5 W's of Feeding Your Infant
  Dr. Sara Lappe, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, explains the 5 w’s of feeding your infant. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 04/01/16
• Can Your Child Benefit From Probiotics?
  Dr. Kadakkal Radhakrishnan, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, explains how children can benefit from probiotics. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 04/01/16

March 2016

• Eye Movements May Be Early Marker of Autism
  Study finds eye movements may be early marker of autism. Dr. Thomas Frazier discusses his study. Watch the Medpage Today Story, 03/30/16
• A Special Wish teams up with local restaurants to feed local families
  A Special Wish teams up with local restaurants to feed children and families at Cleveland Clinic Children’s this Easter. Read the WJW-TV 8 Story, 03/27/16
• Soothing a Crying Baby
  Dr. Elaine Schulte, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, shares tips for safely and effectively soothing a crying infant. Watch the KOLO-TV (Reno, NV) Story
• Robert DeNiro Pulled A Controversial Anti-Vax Documentary From The Tribeca Film Festival For An Important Reason
  After days of controversy, the Tribeca Film Festival has decided not to screen a controversial anti-vaccination documentary. Dr. Camille Sabella, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read the SELF.com Story, 03/28/16
• Vaccines Can Help Reduce Childhood Ear Infections
  Researchers say vaccinations, breastfeeding, and smoke-free environments are helping to reduce the rate of ear infections in young children. Dr. Samantha Anne, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read the Healthline News Story, 03/25/16
• This Woman’s Water Broke At 17 Weeks And She Still Was Able To Give Birth To A Healthy Baby
  Woman shares how she gave birth to a healthy baby after her water broke 17 weeks into her pregnancy. Dr. Katherine Singh and Dr. Jeff Schwersenski comment. Read the SELF.com Story, 03/25/16
• The 5 W's of Feeding Your Infant
  Dr. Sara Lappe, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, explains the 5 w’s of feeding your infant. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 03/24/16
• Spectrum of autism traits spans general population
  Study finds genetic variants tied to autism may also influence social skills in people without the condition. Dr. Thomas Frazier comments. Read the SPECTRUM Story, 03/23/16
• Anxiety in Children
  Dr. Marc Gillinov and Dr. Katherine Lamparyk discuss signs of anxiety in children. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story
• This Healthy 5-Year-Old Girl Was Paralyzed After Doing A Backbend
  Healthy girl suffers paralyzing stroke in her spine after doing gymnastics. Dr. David Gurd comments. Read the SELF.com Story, 03/16/16
• Getting Kids to Eat
  Registered dietitian Diana DeFabio explains the importance of having children eat a rainbow of food colors for better nutrition. Watch the WKBN-TV (Youngstown, OH) and KMSS-TV (Shreveport, LA) Story
• Skipped Vaccinations - Rise in Measles and Pertussis
  Dr. Elaine Schulte discusses the importance of vaccination after a recent study linked recent outbreaks of preventable diseases to unvaccinated children and adults. Watch the KDRV-TV (Medford, OR) and KEZI-TV (Eugene, OR) Story
• Eye exam leads to discovery of rare disease in 4-year-old
  Eye exam leads to discovery of rare disease in 4-year-old at Cleveland Clinic Children’s. Dr. Neil Friedman comments and Dr. Robert Stewart is mentioned. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 03/15/16
• Out-of-hospital pediatric cardiac arrest survival remains poor, similar to adults
  Dr. Iqbal El Assaad and team of researchers at Cleveland Clinic Children’s find survival rates from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in children are low, but certain characteristics improve outcomes. Read the Healio.com Story, 03/14/16
• Is It Really A.D.H.D. or Just Immaturity?
  Experts weigh-in on new research finding that the youngest students in a classroom are more likely to be given a diagnosis of ADHD than the oldest. Dr. Michael Manos, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read The New York Times Story, 03/11/16
• Helping Children Adjust to Daylight Saving
  Dr. Sally Ibrahim offers tips to help children adjust to daylight saving time.
  • Watch the KOLO-ATV (Reno, NV) Story, 03/11/16
• Screening Kids for Poverty
  The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends pediatricians screen for poverty at check-ups. Dr. Richard So, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WEWS-TV 5 Story
• CAPRG donates $5,000 to Clinic Children’s Hospital
  Chef Art Pour Restaurant Group has donated $5,000 to Cleveland Clinic Children’s to be used in pediatric education. Read the Cleveland Jewish News Story, 03/09/16
• Local Teen Battling Cancer Tells Story
  Teen battling rare form of cancer shares his story. Dr. Ilia Buhtoiarov, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WKYC-TV 3 Story
• Peanut Allergies
  New research shows that introducing peanut foods to infants may help protect them from developing potentially life-threatening peanut allergies. Dr. Brian Schroer comments. Watch the NBC Nightly News Story
• Dr. Marc
  Dr. Marc Gillinov and Dr. Sara Lappe, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, discuss the best breakfast foods for children. Watch the WJW-TV 8 Story

February 2016

• Recognizing Eating Disorders
  In light of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Dr. Ellen Rome discusses signs of disordered eating and the importance of receiving treatment as early as possible. Watch the WKBN-TV Story, 02/27/16
• Girl Gets Wish to Become a Ballerina
  Young patient becomes a ballerina for a day after life-saving heart transplant at Cleveland Clinic. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 02/26/16
• Dr. Kimberly Giuliano explains why it is important to remove a child’s puffy winter jacket before attempting to buckle them into the car seat
  Watch the Story (WYFX-TV (Youngstown, OH), KQDS-TV (Duluth, MN), and 4 other affiliates), 02/17/16
• Autism Screening for Toddlers
  The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released its final position on universal screening for autism spectrum disorder in very young children. Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WOIO-TV 19 Story, 02/17/16
• New Autism Recommendations
  The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released its final position on universal screening for autism spectrum disorder in very young children. Dr. Thomas Frazier, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the Story (WFXP-TV (Erie, PA), KTVX-TV (Salt Lake City, UT), and 4 other CCNS affiliates), 02/17/16
• Dr. Elizabeth Saarel, Dr. Peter Aziz and Dr. Robert Stewart, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, raise awareness about congenital heart disease.
  WYRQ-FM (Minneapolis, MN), WOCA-AM (Orlando, FL) and 14 other media affiliates. Request the Stories
• Healing & Hope: Love Letters from Strangers
  Two Cleveland Clinic Children’s patients find hope and healing in letters from strangers. Dr. Rabi Hanna comments. Watch the WKYC-TV 3 Story, 02/11/16
• Concerted Approach Needed to Decrease Teen Pregnancy and Infant Mortality
  Dr. Ellen Rome explains the need for a collaborative effort to decrease teenage pregnancy and infant mortality. Read the Ohio Pediatrics Story, Winter 2016 Issue
• Beyond Flint: Lead Poisoning Is a Serious Problem in Many American Cities
  Dr. Elaine Schulte discusses the importance of preventing future lead poisoning crises. Read the Everyday Health Story, 02/10/16
• Find care that fits your family
  Finding the right physician for your child is important, as they will help set the stage for future health. Dr. Melissa Seifried, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments (Pages 32-34). Read the Northeast Ohio Parent Story, February 2016 Issue
• Experts discuss strategies for having fear-free checkups with your children
  Dr. Kate Eshleman, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Email Parent's Magazine to request the story
• Experts discuss everyday interactions that are learning opportunities for children
  Dr. Richard So, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Email Parent's Magazine to request the story

January 2016

• What Is Hemophilia?
  Hemophilia is a rare condition in which your blood doesn't clot normally and is often passed from mothers to their sons. Dr. Grace Onimoe, Cleveland Clinic Children's, comments. Read the EverydayHealth.com Story, 01/06/16
• Car Seats & Winter Coats Can Be Lethal: Is This Made-for-Car-Seats Jacket the Answer?
  Buckling children into a car seat with a jacket on can have lethal consequences, so as a general rule, experts say winter coats should not be worn underneath a car seat harness. Dr. Roopa Thakur, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Read The Stir Story, 01/11/16
• Scarves: Choking Hazard?
  Dr. Ellen Rome, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, warns of the choking hazards of scarves and drawstring hoodies for children. Watch the WJW-TV8 Story, 01/14/16
• High Lead Levels in 5 Kids in Ohio Town
  High levels of lead found in Mahoning County water supply. Dr. Tara Williams, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments on the dangers to kids. Watch the WEWS-TV5 Story, 01/22/16
• Is It the Flu or a Cold? Some Tips on How to Tell
  Dr. Michelle Medina, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, talks about the differences between cold and flu. Watch the WJW-TV8 Story, 01/24/16
• What You Should Know About the Birth Defect Tied to the Zika Virus
  Experts explain the facts of microcephaly, the birth defect tied to the Zika virus. Dr. Sumit Parikh, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments. Read the STAT Story, 01/27/16
• 6 Steps to a Healthier Family in 2016
  Dr. Sara Lappe, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, shares 6 steps for developing healthy habits. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 01/13/16
• Crohn’s Disease in Children
  Dr. Kadakkal Radhakrishnan, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, gives a primer on Crohn’s disease in children. Read the U.S. News & World Report Story, 01/25/16
• #TannerTuff: Local Community Rallies Together for 15-Year-Old Battling Rare Cancer
  Local community rallies together for 15-year-old battling rare cancer. Dr. Peter Anderson, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WJW-TV8 Story, 01/08/16
• 14-Month-Old Battling Cancer Brings Attention to Funding Gap
  #StoshyStrong: The family of a 14-month-old leukemia patient is raising awareness to funding gaps in cancer research on social media. Dr. Ilia Buhtoiarov, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WOIO-TV19 Story, 01/15/16
• West Shore Chatter: Westlake Teen Wins Cleveland Clinic Sports Health Courage Award
  Westlake teen Colin Teets will be receiving the Cleveland Clinic Sports Health Courage Award at the 16th Annual Greater Cleveland Sports Commission Awards on January 28. Dr. Douglas Henry, Cleveland Clinic Children’s comments.
  • Read the Cleveland.com Story, 01/22/16
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• Sagamore Hills 9-Year-Old Considered a Living Miracle
  Young boy is happy and healthy after suffering paralysis due to acute flaccid myelitis. Dr. Neil Friedman, Cleveland Clinic Children’s, comments. Watch the WKYC-TV3 Story, 01/20/16
• Autism and the Impact on a Family's Quality of Life
  Dr. Leslie Markowitz discusses a recent Cleveland Clinic study that looked at quality of life factors for families of children with autism. Watch the WWSB-TV (Tampa Bay, FL) Story, 01/13/16
• Crib Bumpers Dangerous for Babies
  Dr. Elaine Schulte warns against the use of crib bumpers for babies. Watch the KOLO-TV (Reno, NV), KNPN-TV (St. Joseph, MO), and 2 other CCNS affiliates Story, 01/19/16
• Teen Boys and Hypertension
  A new study suggests boys in their late teens with a high BMI and poor aerobic fitness are at greater risk for developing high blood pressure as adults. Dr. Ellen Rome comments. Watch the KOLO-TV (Reno, NV), KNPN-TV (St. Joseph, MO), and 2 other CCNS affiliates Story, 01/19/16
• Teen Weight Linked to Adult Health
  A new study suggests boys in their late teens with a high BMI and poor aerobic fitness are at greater risk for developing high blood pressure as adults. Dr. Ellen Rome comments. Watch the WZZM-TV (Grand Rapids, MI) Story, 01/19/16
• The Dangers of Lead Poisoning in Children
  Dr. Tara Williams shares tips on reducing the risk of lead exposure in children. Watch the WYFX-TV (Youngstown, OH), KOLO-TV (Reno, NV), and 2 other CCNS affiliates Story, 01/29/16

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