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Birth control, not just for pregnancy prevention
… Birth control, not just for pregnancy prevention Blog Gynecology The topic of birth control can be a confusing and embarrassing … difficult to have “the talk” with their teen and may feel uncomfortable answering questions related to contraception and …
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Endometriosis What is endometriosis? The tissue that lines the uterus is called the endometrium. Normally, if a woman doesn’t get pregnant, this tissue is shed each month during her period. In endometriosis, tissue that looks and acts like endometrial tissue implants outside the
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Rheumatic Fever What is rheumatic fever? Rheumatic fever is a complex disease that affects the joints, skin, heart, blood vessels, and brain. It occurs mainly in children between the ages of 5 to 15. It's an autoimmune disease that occurs after an infection with strep
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Male Infertility What is male infertility? Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system. It makes a person unable to have children. It can affect a man, a woman, or both. Male infertility means that a man has a problem with his reproductive system. It means you can't start
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Cynthia Wetmore, MD, PhD, Joins the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Phoenix Children’s as Division Chief
Cynthia Wetmore, MD, PhD, has joined the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Phoenix Children’s as division chief. Dr. Wetmore earned her Bachelor of Arts magna cum laude in history of science from Harvard University, Medical Degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School, and Doctorate in neurobiology from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden. She completed her residency training in pediatrics at the University of Minnesota and Mayo Clinic and completed fellowship training in hematology/oncology and neuro-oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix Created to Bolster Pediatric Cures, Treatments
Phoenix Children’s, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pediatric healthcare systems, and University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, today announced the creation of The Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, a collaboration that will allow clinicians to accelerate research efforts.
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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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Toy and Battery Safety
With the holidays around the corner, parents, family and friends are beginning to shop for the perfect gifts for the children in their lives. It is important to make informed purchase decisions for toys and other gifts. Before you tackle any cyber sales or purchase in-store deals, be sure to follow these safety recommendations to keep your child safe year-round.
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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