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Oral Health Needs Assessment for Michigan Children Age 0-5 Years
This research is funded by the Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC), the state’s focal point for information and investment in early childhood in Michigan so that children can arrive at the kindergarten door, safe, healthy and eager for learning and life.
Kevin J. Dombkowski, Dr.PH.
kjd@med.umich.edu
Kevin J. Dombkowski, Dr.PH., is Research Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Diseases. Dr. Dombkowski’s research is focused on improving the effectiveness of health services to children, particularly through access to adequate primary care services. READ MORE
School obesity programs may promote worrisome eating behaviors and physical activity in kids
A new report from the C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health examines the possible association between school-based childhood obesity prevention programs and an increase in eating disorders among young children and adolescents.
Latest Research
Antihypertensive prescribing patterns for adolescents with primary hypertension. Pediatrics. 2012 Jan;129(1):e1-8.
Seasonal influenza vaccination reminders for children with high-risk conditions: A registry-based randomized trial. Am J Prev Med. 2012;42:71-5.
Excess body mass index years, a measure of degree and duration of excess weight, and risk for incident diabetes. Arch Pediatr Adolesc Med. 2012 Jan;166(1):42-8.
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January 13, 2012
American Diabetes Association's preferred testing method shown to fail at identifying children with diabetes
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Recent rotavirus vaccines safe, study says
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