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Toe-to-hand transfer gives Loni freedom to scooter with ease
… hand trauma and abnormalities. While few health systems offer expertise in this highly specialized area, our program … Saving Loni’s arm from amputation Loni and Dr. Schaub In 2018, Loni was born in Surprise, Ariz., with amniotic band syndrome (ABS), a spontaneous and not genetically linked condition that restricts blood flow and can …
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Gwen’s 22q story – The brightest light
… Gwen’s 22q story – The brightest light Patient Stories Patient … brightest light. And she will overcome anything. I am sure of that.” Nicole is referring to 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, … cases of 22q are not inherited. Instead, the deletion typically occurs randomly during early fetal development. Most …
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Know the Glow: Identifying retinoblastoma in holiday photos
… effect is a common nuisance in photos – it’s the result of a camera flash in dim light – but few people know that a … or son’s photograph. Recognizing the “Glow” The Glow, medically known as leukocoria, is an abnormal reflection from … What it Means The glow could be an indication of more than 20 different eye diseases and conditions. While none of …
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My baby is crawling! How can I keep her safe?
… smile to my face. But it also brought an overwhelming sense of stress. As a concerned and nervous parent, I couldn’t … an extension of the playground. Stay informed on product recalls! Visit CPSC to register. A home is a place where …
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Dr. Sarah Beaumont named a Healthcare Hero
… the Valley a nightmare for kids and teens with nowhere to call home. What’s worse, they experience high rates of illness, depression and injury, and nearly all of them … prestigious and competitive awards programs. Now in its 20th year, it celebrates individuals who are making a big …
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Healing Cancer: It takes a village…or Zoom
… want to know they are not alone. Social isolation is a common issue and can have a big impact on their physical … are held weekly on Zoom for our CCBD patients aged 13-24. The TLC group is made up of patients who are newly diagnosed and some whom have been …
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Five things parents should know about Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)
… prevalence and risks. To give parents a clear understanding of MIS-C, here are the top five things to know: MIS-C is … tired If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, call your pediatrician or head to the Emergency Department … MIS-C can’t spread between children . This condition isn’t communicable, but COVID-19 is highly contagious. Families …
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Safe Sleep Month - Are pacifiers safe for babies?
… countless times my husband and I would wake up in middle of night trying to comfort our baby. We would make sure he wasn’t hungry, … after washing it, it’s time to say goodbye. Whether you call it pacifier, binky, paci or soothie, it’s important to …
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Lauren’s Story
… with scoliosis. At the time, my curve was only about 32 degrees. A few years went by and I could see the curve in … us, what we later found out, was some bad advice. Because of that bad experience, we didn’t pursue treatment right … I feel very comfortable. After my first appointment, my mom called and scheduled my surgery for the soonest I could have …
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High School Senior Celebrates Cancer-Free Milestone
… hole in the wall (septum) separating the lower two chambers of the heart. He made it through surgery with flying colors. … helping others Brett started raising money for several nonprofit organizations when he began treatment for leukemia … definitely made me a stronger person mentally and physically. Cancer was a lot to go through as a kid. I've had an …