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… Children’s cardiac stress tests should be performed by pediatric heart/lung experts, here’s why Blog Cardiology Exercise Stress Lab Pulmonology Phoenix Children’s Center for Heart Care In … not helpful. Children and young adults require a much more comprehensive testing regimen to not only examine their …

… Institute at Phoenix Children’s As of 2015, 3.4 million Americans carried a diagnosis of epilepsy with 150,000 new … at least a 50% reduction in seizures and about 1 in 7 become seizure-free. Additionally, many patients report … (ketosis) instead of carbohydrates for energy reduces inflammation, increases antioxidant production, boosts …

… Blog In Arizona, allergy season can start early and last for months. Common triggers include: Tree pollen (like mesquite and Palo Verde) Grass pollen Weeds Dust in the air, …

… first her parents, Terri and Chris, thought her short-term memory loss and dizziness had been caused by a fall Makenzie had … to drain the fluid and reduce pressure in the brain. A week later, Makenzie had a shunt put in to further relieve the …

… March is Brain Injury Awareness Month making it a great time to review the basics. A brain injury in a child can range … The signs and symptoms of a concussion can include: Loss of consciousness (usually brief, for seconds to … Trouble answering questions properly Responding slowly Balance problems Dizziness Headache Nausea or vomiting Light …

… Health and Safety Many of us love to travel. I particularly enjoy the sense of adventure, from picking the … to unpacking my bag. Travelling creates so many great memories. It also gives kids a sense of adventure and strengthens relationships.   Travel has become even easier with increased opportunities to rent a …

… Exercise in the Heat Blog General Pediatrics Safety Sports Medicine Exercise Living in Arizona has many perks, but … summer months, children are at risk for developing a heat-related illness. Heat-related illness is a term that includes … is the best way to avoid heat illness. One of the ways to combat the heat is by staying well-hydrated before, during …

… A cautionary tale to prevent cardiovascular disease Blog Holidays Phoenix Children’s Center for Heart Care Heart Disease Phoenix Children’s Social Media Intern Gabrielle Ducharme Shares How Personal Tragedy … too late. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute recommends three key action steps to prevent heart disease : …