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Kids' Obesity May Lead to Epidemic of Adult Diabetes
Joyce M. Lee, M.D. M.P.H.
U.S. News & World Report

Type 2 diabetes epidemic seen looming
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Reuters Health

Kids' Obesity May Lead to Epidemic of Adult Diabetes
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Forbes

Are tweens safe home alone?
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Ann Arbor News

Kids' Obesity May Lead to Epidemic of Adult Diabetes
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Washington Post
Healthday

U of M Study: Sexual Behavior No Guide for HPV Vaccine
Amanda Dempsey, M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
Michigan Radio (91.7FM Ann Arbor, Flint, Grand Rapids)

Early Sex Doesn't Predict HPV Infection
Amanda Dempsey, M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
CBS News online
WebMD

Teen sex doesn't predict HPV infection
Amanda Dempsey, M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H.
UPI

Wanted: Childhood diabetes specialists
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Reuters - USA

Planning for Health Emergencies Eases Stress of Family Travel
Stephen M. Park, M.D.
Washington Post
Healthday

U-M study: HPV vaccination should be comprehensive
Amanda F. Dempsey, M.D., Ph.D.
The Ann Arbor News

HPV Vaccine for Women Aged 19-26?
Amanda F. Dempsey, M.D., Ph.D.
Web MD

Parents appreciate candor from doctors
Amanda F. Dempsey, M.D., Ph.D.
The Ann Arbor News

Too Few U.S. Adults Getting Needed Vaccinations
Washington Post
Healthday

Newborn Screening
Beth A. Tarini, M.D.
www.reachmd.com registering, enter Promo Code: SDHost - Jan 14

Flu Vaccination Rates Lower Than Expected
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health
U.S. News & World Report
Healthday
Washington Post

Many Parents Can't See Child's Obesity
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health

Doctors alone can't solve kids' weight problems
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health

'Going green' means gasping for air
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
The Detroit News

Some highlights of survey on parents' views of child obesity
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Associated Press

Parents don't realize kids are fat
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Newsweek

Survey: 'Startling' Number of Parents in Denial That Children Are Obese
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Fox News

Survey Finds Parents Don't Admit Kids Are Fat
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Healthday
Chicago Tribune
USA Today
Washington Post

Many parents don't realize children are overweight
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Detroit Free Press

Parents Don't Realize Kids Are Fat
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Time
Washington Post

Survey Finds Parents Don't Admit Kids Are Fat
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
U.S. News & World Report

Parents in denial over kids' weight
ABC 7, Dec. 26

In brief
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Baltimore Sun

Health news of note
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health
Grand Rapids Press

Parents' perceptions skewed when it comes to child's weight
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health
Philadelphia Inquirer

Growing Pains: Many Parents Fail to See Obesity in Children
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
The New York Times

Growing Pains: Many Parents Fail to See Obesity in Children
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
The Ann Arbor News

Many Parents Don't See Child Obesity
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
WebMD

Dear Santa, All I Want For Christmas Are
Sharon L. Swindell, M.D., M.P.H.
My TV20 Detroit

Silence the Sounds of Pertussis campaign
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
WDET-FM (Detroit's NPR)

High gas costs mean canceled doctor visits
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
United Press International

Vaccinated parents get kids vaccinated
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
The Ann Arbor News

Gas Prices Slowing Kids' Checkups
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
WebMD

Rising fuel prices put lid on Up North trips
National Poll on Children's Health
Detroit Free Press

Patients today want to be more involved in care
Beth A. Tarini, M.D., M.S.
American Medical News

Op-Ed Contributor Nice Shot
The New York Times

Expanding kids care won't socialize medicine
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
The Detroit News

Flu Vaccination Catching on for Kids
WebMD

Flu vaccination to reach all time high for kids
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Ann Arbor Radio (not available online)

More children to receive flu shots
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P. - National Poll on Children's Health
Detroit News

Confident parents take part in medical decisions
Beth A. Tarini, M.D., M.S.
Ann Arbor News (not available online)

Most Parents Have Say in Kids' Hospital Care
Beth A. Tarini, M.D., M.S.
Washington Post

Most Parents Have Say in Kids' Hospital Care
Beth A. Tarini, M.D., M.S.
HealthDay

The State Children's Health Insurance Program
Child Health Evaluation and Research Unit
Chicago Tribune

The Tall and Short of it
David E. Sandberg, Ph.D.
Parents

Parents and Medical Decisions
Beth A. Tarini, M.D., M.S.
WUOM - Michigan Radio - Sept. 19
(not available online)

Data key for kids U-M pediatric researcher pushes for better tracking of outcomes for newborns
Beth A. Tarini, M.D., M.S.
Ann Arbor News

SCHIP has kept children healthy, and deserves reauthorization
Sharon L. Swindell, M.D., M.P.H.
Ann Arbor News

Child vaccination season keeps doctors, schools busy
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Ann Arbor News

Most Americans Support SCHIP Says Poll
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Michigan Radio

Private insurance might not cover vaccines
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
The Ann Arbor News

Underinsurance for child & adolescent vaccines
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
NPR: All Things Considered - August 7, 2007

Toy recalls & lead poisoning
Sharon L. Swindell, M.D., M.P.H.
WWJ-950 AM - Aug. 14
Audio clip not available online

Newborn Screening: New Technology Revives Old Controversy
Related Press Release
Beth A. Tarini, M.D., M.S.
Health News Digest.com

Underinsured children fall into vaccine gap
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Boston Globe

Kids without enough insurance skip vaccines
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
USA Today

Vaccine Gap for Underinsured Children
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
WebMD

Study Says Patchwork System Leaves Some Children Unvaccinated and ..
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
ABC News

System leaves some children unvaccinated
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Associated Press

Limits on Social Contact Helped Fight Flu Pandemic
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
U.S. News & World Report

Medical teams help kids slim down
Susan J. Woolford, M.D., M.P.H.
Detroit News

Health Brief- Tips to calm poison ivy's itch
Lisa A. Hammer, M.D.
USA Weekend

More funds for more fun
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Detroit Free Press

Some specialty boards aim to raise patient awareness
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
American Medical News

Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
Fox 2 News At 5 PM DMA: 21
KTVI-TV CH 2 (FOX) St. Louis
05/31/2007 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
A University of Michigan study says nearly 17% of physicians who say they're pediatricians are not certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and another 12% never completed a medical residency program in pediatrics. You can check your pediatrician's status on myfoxstl.com. 00:25:55

Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
Action News Midday DMA: 11
WXYZ-TV CH 7 (ABC) Detroit
05/31/2007 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Researchers at the University of Michigan say as many as 17% of doctors who claim to be pediatricians have never been certified. Researchers say this happens because many state license boards will allow doctors to self-declare the areas of expertise without verifying the information. 00:26:27

Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
WGN News At Noon (Rebroadcast) DMA: 3
CLTV (IND) Chicago
05/31/2007 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
The University of Michigan conducting that study and found 17% of the doctors claiming to be pediatricians do not have any specialty training in childhood medicine. Many are not board certified, nor have they completed a residency program in pediatrics. The experts are urging the parents to ask questions about training, certification and re-certification, which is crucial for treating patients. 00:44:04

Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
WGN News At Noon DMA: 3
WGN-TV CH 9 (CW) Chicago
05/31/2007 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
The University of Michigan conducting that study and found 17% of the doctors claiming to be pediatricians do not have any specialty training in childhood medicine. Many are not board certified, nor have they completed a residency program in pediatrics. The experts are urging the parents to ask questions about training, certification and re-certification, which is crucial for treating patients. 00:44:39

Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
Fox News in the Morning DMA: 3
WFLD-TV CH 32 (FOX) Chicago
05/31/2007 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
A new study from the University of Michigan also finds that 12% never completed residency training in pediatrics. It's all because some states don't require verification for licensing, so parents can check their doctors by surfing to apb.org. 00:16:26

Nation/World briefs - Study finds uncertified pediatrician
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
Detroit News

U-M Study: 17% Pediatricians Not Certified
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
WXYZ-TV, Ch. 7

Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
WXIX-TV CH 19 (FOX) Cincinnati
05/30/2007 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
[CC] 00:25:27 The University of Michigan found that close to 17 percent of pediatricians, are not board certified, by the American Board of Pediatrics. And another 12 percent never even completed a medical residency. You can check your doctor's status on the American Board of Pediatrics' web-site on the bottom of your screen www.ABP.com.

Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
WUPW-TV CH 36 (FOX) Toledo
05/30/2007 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
[CC] 00:43:08 According to a new study out of the University of Michigan, nearly 17-percent of doctors claiming to be pediatricians certified by the board of pediatrics are not. But that's not all. The study also found 12-percent of doctors claiming to be pediatricians didn't complete a training program in pediatrics. The researchers say you should make sure your doctor is properly certified and has the proper training.

HPV Vaccine: Few Parents Back Mandate
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Web MD

Poll: Parents Wary Of HPV Vaccine Mandate
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
CBS News - New York

Most parents say no to requiring HPV vax
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
United Press International

Majority of U.S. parents not in favor of HPV vaccine mandates
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Michigan Radio (WUOM)

Majority of U.S. parents not in favor of HPV vaccine mandates
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
WAAM (1600 AM)

The top ten health concerns adults have about children
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Ann Arbor News

Stubborn chickenpox fighting back
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Detroit News

High cost of HPV vaccine weighed - Mandating drug may pinch families' budgets
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
Ann Arbor News

Survey: Adults concerned with kid smoking
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
United Press International

Poll: Child Smoking Worries Adults Most
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
CBS News Online

Leaves of three, let them be: U-M expert offers 7 tips to prevent, treat poison ivy
Lisa A. Hammer, M.D.
Radio/Podcast
Video

Chickenpox vaccine is not yet up to scratch
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Baltimore Sun

Retail Health Clinics Popular For Kids
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
CBS News

Vaccine hasn't rubbed out chickenpox entirely
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Los Angeles Times

Retail Health Clinics Popular for Kids
WebMD

Survey: Parents to return to retail clinics
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
United Press International

Poll: Demand for retail clinic care for children will rise
Crain's Detroit Business

Pediatricians Voice Anger Over Costs of Vaccines
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
New York Times

Study links weight gain, early puberty
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Ann Arbor News

Plump and Precocious
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
U.S. News and World Report

Heavier Girls tend to reach puberty early
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Los Angeles Times

Size May Spark Early Puberty
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
CBS News Online - aired Mar. 5

Childhood Obesity Triggers Early Puberty
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
ABC World News with Charles Gibson - aired Mar. 5

Children's Health: Overweight Girls at Risk of Early Puberty
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
U.S. News and World Report
Related Press Release

U-M study shows overweight girls enter puberty sooner
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Detroit Free Press
Also appeared in:
Washington Post
CNN.com
Boston Globe
Related Press Release

Childhood Obesity Triggers Early Puberty
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Rueters

Obesity May Trigger Earlier Puberty for Girls
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
HealthDay

Early Puberty May Be Predestined by Age 3 for Heavier Girls
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Bloomberg News

Obesity Tied To Early Puberty
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
WDIV - Channel 4

Fat may cause girls' early puberty
Los Angeles Times

Fat toddlers 'risk early puberty'
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
BBC News

Parents Question HPV Vaccine
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
Washington Post

Gardasil: Vaccine Debate
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
PBS

The Price of Health: It Pays to Shop Around for a Medicare Drug Plan
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
US News & World Report.com

Study finds cost of drugs varies widely among states
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Akron Beacon-Journal

Study: Kids' diets may fatten parents
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Newsday.com

Estrogen's history as a growth limiter
Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
Los Angeles Times

Prescription Plan Costs Vary From State to State
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Ivanhoe Newswire

Wide Variations in Drug Plan Costs for U.S. Seniors
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
HealthDay

Living with kids means consuming more fat
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Baltimore Sun

Is being short a disability
David E. Sandberg, Ph.D., Joyce M. Lee, M.D., M.P.H.
USA Today

Matthew Davis appointed Senior Researcher/Physician at the Center for Studying Health System Change
Matthew Davis, M.D., M.A.P.P.
Center for Studying Health System Change

What if It's (Sort of) a Boy and (Sort of) a Girl?
David E. Sandberg, Ph.D.
New York Times

Choosing Dr. Right
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
Study

Once Nearly Eradicated, Vaccine-Preventable Diseases Return to U.S.
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
ABC News

Stop Those Bug Bites, Stings
Margie C. Andreae, M.D.
WDIV, MI

Bee Sting Treatment
Margie C. Andreae, M.D.
Ann Arbor News

Parents: Does your hospital or health plan provide board certified pediatricians?
Gary L. Freed, M.D., M.P.H.
UMHS Press Release

Obese children twice as likely to have diabetes
Joyce M. Lee, M.D. and James G. Gurney, Ph.D.
UMHS Press Release