Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute

This study compares a short course (no extra medicine) versus a standard course (7 more days) of antifungal therapy in children and teens who have already received 7 days of treatment for candidemia, a yeast infection in the blood. About 420 participants will be randomly assigned…

This study tests a tailored physical activity program for children ages 3 to 5 whose mothers have obesity. The program includes fun activities like jumping and balancing, plus nutrition support. Researchers want to see if it improves children's motor skills and overall health. Up…

This study looks at whether replacing sugary drinks with stevia-sweetened ones can help children ages 8 to 12 control their weight and improve metabolic health. About 150 kids who are normal weight or overweight will be randomly assigned to drink stevia, sugar, or water for 8 to …

This study tests a structured exercise program called COMMUNITY EXPECTING for pregnant women with obesity who are not very active. The program includes aerobic and strength exercises delivered in community settings like fitness centers. Researchers want to see if it helps women b…

This study follows 2,000 children who have had or will have a bone marrow or solid organ transplant. Researchers want to see if testing for respiratory viruses before the transplant can help predict who will get a serious respiratory infection in the first year after transplant. …

This study looks at whether a program originally designed for clinics can work in community settings to help expecting mothers with healthy eating and exercise. Researchers will test the program with 60 pregnant women who have a BMI over 30. The goal is to see if the program is e…

This study looks at whether current protein recommendations for children ages 8-10 are too low, especially for those who are very active and fit. Researchers will measure how the body uses protein in 30 healthy kids with different activity levels. The goal is to better understand…

This study looks at whether children and young adults (up to age 21) who received blinatumomab for B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia still have protection from their childhood vaccines. Researchers will test antibody levels for diseases like tetanus, hepatitis B, and measles. I…

This study looks at whether hand expressing breast milk during pregnancy and following a specific diet after childbirth can help women with excess weight breastfeed longer and more successfully. Researchers will track milk composition, breastfeeding start and duration, and baby g…