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Phoenix Children’s Earns Pair of Highest Achievable Three-Year Accreditations for Inpatient Rehabilitation Services
Phoenix Children's, one of the nation’s largest pediatric health systems, has received a pair of three-year accreditations from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) in the specialties of Inpatient Rehabilitation Pediatric Specialty Program and Brain Injury Specialty Program. Phoenix Children’s Inpatient Rehabilitation Program is the only pediatric and adolescent program in the state. CARF International is an independent nonprofit accreditor of health and human services aimed at raising care standards for service providers.
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Lyme Disease in Children What is Lyme disease in children? Lyme disease is an infection caused by bacteria called Borrelia burgdorferi. The bacteria are spread by tick bites. Lyme disease is a year-round problem, but it peaks during the spring and summer months. It can cause
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Preventing Obesity in Children, Teens, and Adults Facts about obesity Obesity is a long-term (chronic) disease. It affects growing numbers of children, teens, and adults. Obesity rates among children in the U.S. have doubled since 1980. They have tripled for teens. About 19 out
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Caring for the Birth Parent: Physically and Emotionally Postpartum care for the birth parent After having your baby, you will continue to be watched and get pain relief, if needed. You and your baby usually stay at the hospital for a couple of days to recover. What does
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Our nurses are dedicated to the Phoenix Children’s mission
… Our nurses are dedicated to the Phoenix Children’s mission Blog Staff Stories Nurses … Children’s mission is to provide hope, healing and the best healthcare for patients and their families – and we are … time to raise my young family, but Phoenix Children’s always drew me back. When our new beautiful tower was built on …
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Mental health: Five strategies for getting unstuck
… Awareness Month and now that we’re almost 1 ½ years into the COVID pandemic, it’s easy to feel stuck. Some kids … our brains naturally try to protect us by saying “stay away” from that thing that makes us feel stressed. But … with people that make you feel good. Laughter truly is the best medicine. Our brains were built for being social. Even …
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Congenital Limb Difference in Children What is a congenital limb difference in children? A congenital limb difference is when an arm or leg doesn’t form normally as a baby grows in the uterus. The baby is born with the difference. What causes a congenital limb difference in a
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Phoenix Children’s and Mesa Pediatrics Join Together to Provide Comprehensive Care to Families in the East Valley
Phoenix Children’s Hospital and Mesa Pediatrics Professional Association (“Mesa Pediatrics”) are thrilled to announce Mesa Pediatrics and its four locations across the Phoenix East Valley joined Phoenix Children’s Pediatrics. The collaboration brings together providers from two of Arizona’s original pediatric institutions. Mesa Pediatrics was the first pediatric practice established in the East Valley with a board certified pediatrician, and Phoenix Children’s is the first and only standalone children’s hospital in Arizona.
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PCH - Phoenix Children's Grand Rounds - Hold the Toast!! Ketogenic Therapies for Epilepsy and Beyond - Randa Jarrar, MD, Christi Wheeler, RD, and Lisa Vanetta, RD
At the end of this presentation, participants should be able to: 1. Understand the macronutrient breakdown of ketogenic therapies, potential mechanisms of action, and efficacy in seizure management. 2. Recognize and effectively manage common side effects of ketogenic therapy. 3
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Healthy Holiday Nutrition Tips for Kids
The holidays are a time of joy, celebration and often includes plenty of sweets. Between cookie swaps, big family meals, and festive treats at school, it’s easy for nutrition to take a back seat. With a little guidance, families can enjoy the season while still supporting healthy habits for kids.
