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Inguinal and Umbilical Hernias in Children What are hernias in children? A hernia is when a part of the intestine or other tissue pushes through an opening in the belly (abdominal) muscles. The hernia creates a soft lump or bulge under the skin. In children, a hernia often
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Rise in MIS-C cases: Here’s what you need to know
… Rise in MIS-C cases: Here’s what you need to know Blog Phoenix Children’s Center for Heart Care … care If parents suspect their child might have MIS-C, a visit to their pediatrician or emergency department should … pediatrician or head to the Emergency Department right away. 4. MIS-C can’t spread between children This condition …
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National Burn Awareness Week – Tips for a safe home
… one day I picked my child up from school. He was so excited to tell me all about his day. He looked at me and with … have even made an appearance. Luckily, my camera has always been at arm’s reach. My favorite pictures have captured … chef / half superhero or half superhero / half scientist combos. As your child shares their career choices and …
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Spinal Muscular Atrophy in Children What is spinal muscular atrophy in children? Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a disease of the nerves and muscles caused by certain genes. It affects the motor neurons in the spinal cord. It causes muscle wasting and weakness. What causes
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Pneumonia in Children What is pneumonia in children? Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs. It can be mild or serious. Pneumonia is generally more common in children younger than 5 years old. What causes pneumonia in a child? Pneumonia is most often caused by bacteria or viruses
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My baby is crawling! How can I keep her safe?
… for Family Health and Safety Watching my little one begin to crawl and explore an entirely new world brought a big … (literally). Small objects like button batteries, toys, coins, pet food and kitty litter can pose a choking risk for … to ensure that they’re exploring safely: Put medications away right after each use. Keep household cleaners, …
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Coronary Heart Disease What is coronary heart disease? Coronary heart disease happens when the innermost layer of the coronary arteries becomes inflamed and narrowed. This is caused by a buildup of fatty deposits called plaque. These deposits may start in childhood and continue
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Safe Sleep Month - Are pacifiers safe for babies?
… my husband and I would wake up in middle of night trying to comfort our baby. We would make sure he wasn’t hungry, changed his diaper, tried rocking him to sleep, swayed him, swaddled him, and after doing all these things, …
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The interventional cardiology team at Phoenix Children’s offers a wide range of programs, services and technologies to assist patients and their families. We partner with other internal specialists to provide additional services, resources and subspecialty care. Our team believes