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Mother-to-child HIV transmission lower in infants with high antibody function levels
The antibody function known as antibody dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC) is associated with protection against HIV in infants, according to new research from Boston Medical Center. Data from the study show that infants with high levels of ADCC against their mother’s strain of HIV are less likely to get HIV through breast milk and have lower rates of morbidity and death even without antiretroviral therapy.
Six Stages of Engagement in ADHD Treatment Revealed in New, Diverse Study
Six stages of engagement in treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have been reported by researchers at Boston Medical Center based on a diverse study, inclusive of parents of predominantly racial and ethnic minority children with ADHD.
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Mother-to-child HIV transmission lower in infants with high antibody function levels
The antibody function known as antibody dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC) is associated with protection against HIV in infants, according to new research from Boston Medical Center. Data from the study show that infants with high levels of ADCC against their mother’s strain of HIV are less likely to get HIV through breast milk and have lower rates of morbidity and death even without antiretroviral therapy.
Six Stages of Engagement in ADHD Treatment Revealed in New, Diverse Study
Six stages of engagement in treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have been reported by researchers at Boston Medical Center based on a diverse study, inclusive of parents of predominantly racial and ethnic minority children with ADHD.
Study Finds Birth Outside the U.S. Less Protective for Black Women Against Poor Perinatal Outcomes
Black women, infants face highest risk during and after pregnancy
Magnet Recognition Program®
Boston Medical Center has applied to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for the prestigious designation of Magnet. Magnet designation recognizes excellence in nursing services.
Boston Medical Center Appoints Justin Williams as Vice President and Chief Development Officer
Justin Williams has been named Vice President and Chief Development Officer for Boston Medical Center (BMC), overseeing philanthropy at New England’s largest safety net hospital.