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Coronavirus and Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)
… and Kawasaki Disease, a pediatric multi-system inflammatory condition, which, at its most dangerous, can seriously … treatments or medications other than supportive care. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the …
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Personal Insights Into Sickle Cell Disease
… Personal Insights Into Sickle Cell Disease Blog Phoenix Children’s recently … disease—the hurdles, triumphs and lessons learned along the way. LaDeidre moved from California to Arizona in 2006 and … was an ongoing struggle. Her eldest daughter, now 26, underwent a bone marrow transplant two years ago—a …
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Phoenix Children’s Hires World-Renowned Scientists, Improves Understanding of Childhood Illnesses
With these hires, Phoenix Children's is delving into new cancer treatments that have fewer side effects while also enhancing their understanding and care of brittle bone disease. The two join a large and growing team of researchers investigating new therapies for a wide range of devastating childhood illnesses.
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#MackyStrong: A 2-year-old boy’s remarkable journey battling and beating cancer
… and Blood Disorders A child's spirit often outshines the toughest challenges. Mack’s remarkable and unexpected … Mack had a large mass on his chest, pushing on his airway and major blood vessels. A CT scan confirmed the … 14 – Valentine’s Day – Mack went home for the first time in 26 days. Mack's family found themselves enveloped in a …
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Three Phoenix Children’s leaders named Health Care Heroes finalists by the Phoenix Business Journal
Phoenix Children’s Hospital is proud to announce that three of the hospital’s leaders were selected as Health Care Heroes Awards finalists during Phoenix Business Journal’s award breakfast on August 22. Carmen Neuberger, Phoenix Children’s general counsel and executive vice president, was selected as a finalist and the winner for the Non-physician category. Angus Wilfong, MD, Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology, was selected as a finalist for the Innovator category, and Daniel Velez, MD, Division Chief of the Heart Center at Phoenix Children’s, was selected as a finalist in the Physician category.
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Every month is Diabetes Awareness Month
… of diabetes. And while a new diagnosis might be frightening to families unfamiliar with the condition, the good news is … practice diabetes awareness EVERY month. One of the best weapons we have against the disease is information. … Whether your child is a new patient or a veteran, you’ll always get the answers to the questions you ask (and you’ll …
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Phoenix Children's Building New Hospital in Glendale
In a move that will dramatically expand access to nationally ranked pediatric health care in the West Valley, Phoenix Children’s today announced plans to build a new freestanding, three-story hospital in Glendale, Ariz. Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Arrowhead Campus will offer inpatient care, an emergency department, an outpatient surgery center and a multi-specialty clinic.
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Medical breakthroughs in epilepsy treatment
… parents really understand the condition, though they’re all-too familiar with the terror and helplessness they feel when … is the most common of all neurological disorders. One in 26 people suffers from the condition – including more than … For many patients, a surgical intervention is the best approach: Laser Ablation: A Cure for Epilepsy For …
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2023 Phoenix Children’s Annual Report
Our latest annual report features facts, figures and stories that highlight our growth and clinical impact.
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Look before you lock: Preventing pediatric vehicular heatstroke deaths
… and Safety I became a mom at a young age. Between going to school, working two jobs and other responsibilities my … cell phone use Before locking the car and walking away, always check the back seat and make sure all children … Force yourself to go to the back seat. Put your purse, briefcase, laptop, cell phone in the back seat. This will remind …