Nemours Children's Clinic

This study tested whether combining text message reminders with small rewards (behavioral economics) could help 173 teens with type 1 diabetes take their insulin more consistently. Participants used an insulin pump and had a history of missing mealtime doses. The goal was to impr…

This study looked at whether growth hormone therapy can improve muscle strength, power, and body composition in short prepubertal boys, both those with growth hormone deficiency and those with idiopathic short stature. Thirty short boys received growth hormone injections for 12 m…

This study tested a video-based telemedicine program called REDCHiP for parents of young children (ages 2-6) with type 1 diabetes. The program uses education, behavior training, and therapy to reduce parents' fear of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). 396 families participated, comp…

This study tested whether using a contrast dye during 3D ultrasound can accurately measure the size and function of the right heart chamber in people who had surgery for congenital heart disease. 25 participants received an injection of Lumason (an ultrasound contrast agent) and …

This study tested a toolkit to help pediatric doctors document and discuss sickle cell trait results found during routine newborn screening. Researchers worked with 114 healthcare providers to see if the toolkit made it easier to share this information with families. The goal is …