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This photo shows a child with her parent during pediatrician appointment. The doctor uses a small tongue depressor to help examine the girl’s throat for signs of disease. Credit: Shutterstock
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NIH-funded study supports use of adenotonsillectomy in this at-risk patient group What: Surgical removal of enlarged tonsils and adenoids in children with mild sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) appears to significantly reduce the frequency of medical office visits and prescription medicine use in this group, according to a clinical study supported...
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Studies show some UPFs may carry higher risks than others; knowledge gaps remain From hot dogs and potato chips to chicken nuggets and sugary sodas, Americans are eating more ultra-processed foods (UPFs) than ever. Researchers estimate that up to 70% of the U.S. diet is composed of foods that are ultra-processed – meaning an excess number of...
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Events

Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Sleep Workshop

During this workshop, multidisciplinary experts will explore past and current findings and identify research gaps. ...
May 15 - 16 , 2025
Virtual
Day 1: 11:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. ET
Day 2: 11:00 a.m. - 3:40 p.m. ET

Taking Care of #OurHearts Together: Building Heart-Healthy Communities

Join The Heart Truth® for "Taking Care of #OurHearts Together: Building Heart-Healthy Communities" — a panel discussion featuring exper...
Virtual
2:00 p.m. EST

Sickle Cell Disease Advisory Committee - Agenda, January 14, 2025

The Sickle Cell Disease Advisory Committee (SCDAC) makes recommendations on research priorities conducted or supported by NHLBI. The Co...
Virtual
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET
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