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Flat Head Syndrome (Deformational Plagiocephaly) What is deformational plagiocephaly? Flat head syndrome (deformational plagiocephaly) is when a baby’s head develops a lasting flat spot. The flat spot may be either on one side of the head or on the back of the head. This happens
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Whooping Cough (Pertussis) in Adults What is whooping cough (pertussis)? Whooping cough (pertussis) is a very contagious respiratory illness. It mainly affects babies and young children, but adults can also get it. Whooping cough caused thousands of deaths in the 1930s and 1940s
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Salmonella Infections What are salmonella infections? Salmonella infection is caused by the bacteria salmonella. Salmonella is a group of bacteria that can cause diarrhea in humans. There are many different kinds of salmonella bacteria. What causes salmonella infections
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Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health - Just Like Their Physical Health
At Phoenix Children’s Pediatrics, your child’s health and well-being are our top priorities. This includes not only their physical health, but also their emotional and mental health.
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It’s okay to ask if they’re okay: Why every parent should check in on their child’s mental health
… uncertainty and change in our lives, it’s easy to feel more stressed and alone. Even before the pandemic, suicide was … ask them if they have ever thought about how they could die. You’ll want to know if they have ever done anything … start with your pediatrician, or go to your insurance company’s online directory. Your local community mental …
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Bone Marrow Transplants improve kids’ cancer outcomes
… Bone Marrow Transplants improve kids’ cancer outcomes Blog Bone Marrow Failure Bone Marrow Transplant … for shorter periods of time leading to more expedient recovery time with less long-term sequelae. The … Additionally, recognizing the significant emotional stress that transplant imposes on patients and their …
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Talking to kids about what they see on the news: Tips from a pediatric psychologist
… on the news: Tips from a pediatric psychologist Blog Tragedies As parents, or for any one in a caregiving role, it can … an adult. Step 4: Possibility vs. probability Dr. Allan stresses it’s important to teach kids the difference between … to tattle on each other, but remind your child that safety comes first. “Teach children, if they are ever worried about …
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Arizona’s first responders recognized during EMS week
… First Responders Trauma Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Community support is critical for EMS workers’ safety and … An emergency involving a child requires interpersonal and stress-reducing skills as well as leading-edge medical … when he was shot while responding to a call in Tucson. He died less than two weeks later. Sadly, Dindinger and Bessee …
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Imperforate Anus in Children What is imperforate anus in children? Imperforate anus is a problem that your child is born with. It happens when your child has a blocked or missing anus. The final part of the digestive tract is the rectum. The rectum collects and compacts the solid
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Fanconi Anemia in Children What is Fanconi anemia in children? Fanconi anemia is a blood disorder. The bone marrow either doesn't make enough blood cells or it makes abnormal blood cells. Bone marrow is the spongy material inside bones. It makes white and red blood cells, and