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Riding a bike? Wear a helmet – NO exceptions!
… safety seats, so must attitudes toward the use of bicycle helmets. One of the easiest and most effective ways to … worn. Choose bike helmets that meet Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards and replace them after a crash … a physician should be immediately consulted. Sometimes symptoms may not be immediately evident and could have …
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By way of the resplendent Quetzal or Why does it take so long to see a Pediatric Dermatologist?
… By way of the resplendent Quetzal or Why does it take so long to see a … secondarily asking what this has to do with the long wait times often accompanying scheduling your child as a new patient, or even a …
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Screen time? Tips to promote brain development & attention span
… time for virtual classes, what can be offered to help lessen negative effects on pediatric headache patients? … recurrent headaches. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parents of kids and teens ages 5 to 18 years old … Modeling Parents can and should limit their own screen times. It’s important to discuss screen time with your teens …
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Natalee's Story
… Natalee's Story Patient Stories Center for Cancer and Blood … her spine. "The staff is extremely talented, gifted, very compassionate, and when they have to be, they’re very … extensive, continuous care. She was readmitted multiple times for blood transfusions, went through six months of …
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Phoenix Children's Appoints Chief Nursing Officer, VP of Critical Care Services
In an ongoing effort to expand and elevate health care for children and families, Phoenix Children’s tapped two senior nursing leaders to serve in executive positions for the growing pediatric health system. Rhonda Thompson, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, is chief nursing officer (CNO) and senior vice president of patient care services, and Katie Penson, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, now serves as vice president of critical care services at Phoenix Children’s.
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Kids and resilience: Needed now, more than ever
… rivalry. Changing bodies. These are some of many challenges children face every day. Our hope is that our kids … to be resilient, now, more than ever. And while turbulent times are unprecedented in some ways, we can learn from some … The children who grew to be reasonably happy, healthy, competent adults were those who had a connection with at …
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Safe Teen Driving – Get the facts
… is a BIG responsibility. Newly licensed drivers need rules and guidelines to ensure safety on the road. A lot of … A learner’s permit requires supervision while driving, in combination with an on-road test. This first phase gives … A licensed driver must be seated next to the teen at all times. Provisional License The next stage is a probationary …
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Bedwetting
… children and parents. Most children will successfully toilet train between 2-4 years old. However, it’s common for some children to have episodic nighttime … bladder and the unconscious brain. This communication sometimes takes longer to develop in young children. There are …
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Phoenix Children’s Expands Research Team with Scientist Pioneering New Childhood Cancer Treatments
The health system continues to strengthen its focus on pediatric research with the hire of Tanya Kalin, MD, PhD, a renowned scientist focused on pioneering effective treatments for pediatric cancers with fewer negative side effects for children.
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Kids and RSV: What parents should know
… RSV is a contagious, seasonal respiratory infection. It is common in childhood but can affect adults as well. RSV is … contact. When an infected person sneezes or coughs, they release large particles carrying the virus, that can then get … necessary, and caregivers can treat children at home. Sometimes, doctors will prescribe medicine to help open a child’s …
