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Children’s cardiac stress tests should be performed by pediatric heart/lung experts, here’s why
… stress testing focuses on the changes in a heart’s electricity which can happen in adults over 60 years of age … not helpful. Children and young adults require a much more comprehensive testing regimen to not only examine their … Children who have chest pain during exercise are 10 times more likely to have asthma than any heart condition. Our …
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Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day
… Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day Blog Barrow Neurological … Trisomy 21, which causes Down syndrome, is the most common chromosomal condition diagnosed in the United States. … with Down syndrome to live their best lives. There are times when the accomplishments and achievements of these …
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Natalie and Julia — Hearing loss doesn’t define them
… — Hearing loss doesn’t define them Blog Hearing Loss Cochlear Implant Natalie, age 7, and Julia, age 5, are sisters … dance class, gymnastics, basketball and baseball. Many times, we hear her singing an original song while working on … our family’s life for the better by bringing us into a new community of people we love and are grateful to be a part …
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Phoenix Children’s Will Soon Open Newly Equipped Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
On the heels of its top “three-star” rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, a repeat “Best Children’s Hospital” designation, and its ranking among the nation’s top Pediatric Heart Centers from U.S. News & World Report, Phoenix Children’s will open a newly expanded Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) in July 2019. With 48 total inpatient beds, the new CVICU doubles the capacity of the previous 24-bed unit. New CVICU rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art technology like surgical lighting, lifts for mobilizing adult patients and improved monitoring capabilities.
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February is American Heart Month: Keep your ticker ticking
… to recognize the importance of heart health in people of all ages, and a call to action to implement healthy lifestyle practices for best outcomes. As we continue to experience the current health crisis, …
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Talking to kids about what they see on the news: Tips from a pediatric psychologist
… Blog Tragedies As parents, or for any one in a caregiving role, it can be difficult to explain sad or scary things … 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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Kaylea's Story
… Kaylea's Story Patient Stories Barrow Neurological Institute at … of her head and exited the other, and the child was in a coma. "It was serious enough that in most cases we would … just one child, it will be worth it," said Michael. "Sometimes people in these positions just need someone to talk to." …
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The privilege is ours: Transplant programs at Phoenix Children’s
… The privilege is ours: Transplant programs at Phoenix Children’s Blog … to receive a +1 rating by the CIBMTR for our survival outcomes. This is the 3rd consecutive year that our program has …
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Six tips for celebrating Halloween during the pandemic
… Six tips for celebrating Halloween during the pandemic Blog Halloween … plenty of room for spooks, treats and family fun. We’ve compiled guidance from the CDC and added a few of our own … building than in a sprawling suburb with single-family homes. Aim for Safer Trick-or-Treating If you take your kids …
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Keeping keto: Thanksgiving edition
… holiday. I start decorating for fall when it is still triple digits and am adamant there be no Christmas decorations … single servings. If you prefer the whole shebang when it comes to pie, check out this recipe from the Charlie …
