Beata Mostafavi

Public Relations Manager

Mostafavi leads media relations and content creation for University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital and Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital. Prior to joining Michigan Medicine in 2012, Mostafavi spent 10 years as a journalist. Contact: [email protected]

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Would you know if your kid was vaping?

Nearly half of parents in a national poll felt confident they’d know if their child used e-cigarettes. An expert offers four steps to identify and address vaping at home
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Study shows racial inequities in newborn drug testing

In a new study, newborn drug testing inequities remained similar after recreational legalization of cannabis, overall test positivity rates for THC increased
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First gene therapy for adults with hemophilia B sustains safety and efficacy

Gene therapy for hemophilia B, a rare bleeding disorder, reinforces lower bleeding rates and improved outcomes.
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Uncovering drivers of racial disparities in uterine fibroids and endometriosis

Researchers examine health disparities in two of the most prevalent diseases in reproductive-aged women through a social, structural and political lens
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Changing culture to reduce opioid prescriptions for children undergoing surgery

New effort responds to concerns about opioid overdose, misuse and side effects in kids; Expert shares 8 things parents and pediatric surgeons should know
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Pregnant people in rural communities less likely to have adequate health insurance

Rural residents have lower rates of continuous health insurance before, during and after pregnancy compared to those in urban cities
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Doctors discover novel way to treat pancreatic complication in child with trisomy 18

Faith Smith spent nearly a year in and out of the hospital for pancreatic problems. Because of her complex medical issues, the standard approach to treatment wasn’t an option
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Checklist for the checkup: Some parents may not be making the most of well child visits

While many parents keep recommended well visits with their child’s primary provider, some may consider more proactive steps to make checkups as productive as possible
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Few pregnant people who died of overdose, suicide in Michigan received proper treatment before death

A review of maternal deaths suggests most individuals had documented behavioral health conditions but only one-third received appropriate pharmacologic treatment before death
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U-M Health and Trinity Health Michigan announce new joint operation to expand pediatric specialty services in metro Detroit

Trinity Health Michigan and University of Michigan Health have entered a unique collaboration to bring advanced pediatric specialty care to Trinity Health Oakland hospital (formerly St. Joseph Mercy Oakland) and the communities it serves.
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Protecting children’s eyes from screens, sun and sports 

National poll suggests many parents overlook simple steps to minimize children’s risk of eye injuries.
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U-M Health again earns nursing’s highest honor through Magnet redesignation

The American Nurses Credentialing Center announced March 17 that U-M Health, of Michigan Medicine, achieved Magnet redesignation. The prestigious Magnet distinction, awarded to less than 10% of U.S. hospitals, recognizes health care organizations for quality patient care and outcomes, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practice.
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Parents Magazine names Mott among most innovative children’s hospitals in the country

Parents Magazine today recognized Michigan Medicine C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital among the nation’s most innovative children’s hospitals.
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Young Patients Who Can Never Meet Each Other Unite Through Music

Patients with cystic fibrosis connect through music from the movie “The Greatest Showman”.
Many teenagers blame electronics for poor quality sleep.
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10 Tips to Help Your Teen Sleep Better

A nationwide study finds many teens are sleep deprived. Find 10 tips for helping your teenager get more and better quality sleep, from the experts at Michigan Medicine.