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Cataracts in Children What are cataracts in children? A cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens. The lens is normally clear (transparent). Cataracts keep light rays from passing through the lens and focusing on the retina. The retina is the thin layer of nerve tissue that lines
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If your baby arrives earlier or smaller than expected, it’s natural to have a lot on your mind and heart. You may be facing new decisions and navigating fears that feel too big to put into words. The Tiny Baby Program at Phoenix Children’s helps you carry the load with
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Hereditary Hemochromatosis What is hereditary hemochromatosis? Hereditary hemochromatosis is a genetic blood disorder that causes your body to absorb too much iron from the food you eat. Iron is a mineral found in many foods. But too much iron is toxic to your body. The excess
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Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy in Children What is FSHD in children? Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) is a rare genetic muscle disease that affects the muscles of your child’s face, shoulders, upper arms, and lower legs. These muscles weaken and shrink
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Breast Health: Preventive Care Breast self-awareness Finding breast cancer early is the main goal of routine breast care. That's why it's so important to follow a plan for preventive care. Finding problems early gives you the best chance of successful treatment. Routine care can
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Transitioning to adulthood with sickle cell disease: Three keys to success
… for parents and kids to help pave the way for a healthier future, and a more manageable experience as they become … to share her pain struggles and depression, so they knew best how to help her. Parents and families can help their … doctors and has enabled her to be a stronger advocate for both her mental and physical well-being. Community …
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Phoenix Children’s Celebrates Milestone Anniversary
Angel Torres was running out of options. After multiple rounds of chemotherapy and a fruitless search for a bone marrow donor, the 3-year-old’s odds against acute lymphoblastic leukemia were grim. That changed in June, when Phoenix Children’s providers recommended CAR-T cellular therapy, a breakthrough new treatment that uses a patient’s own T-cells to attack and destroy cancer cells. Only available at a handful of children’s cancer centers nationwide, CAR-T worked for Angel, destroying the leukemia cells and giving him a second chance at life.
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When your child needs intensive care for a serious medical condition, you can be sure they’re in good hands in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Phoenix Children’s. Our Critical Care team cares for children who experience: Complications from existing conditions, such as
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Neil R. Friedman, MBChB
Director, Clinical Transformation; Diane and Bruce Halle Endowed Chair in Pediatric Neurosciences
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