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Menstruation can be a challenge for young women with disabilities, period
… bleeding, periods) can be challenging for a variety of reasons. Some may have difficulties physically managing … There are currently two patches that are FDA-approved. Both must be applied weekly, and similarly to birth control … we can discuss which of the above options would work best for your daughter and your family. … Menstruation can …
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Bedwetting
… until they are 6 or 7. In fact, bedwetting occurs in 15% of children at age 5 and 10% of children at age 7. Let’s … bedwetting will have a 40% chance of bedwetting as well. If both child’s parents have a history of bedwetting, the … concerns, should also talk with their pediatrician for the best approach for their child. … Bedwetting …
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ASU, Phoenix Children’s Partnership Announces First-of-their-Kind Nursing Programs
Phoenix Children’s and Arizona State University’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation are thrilled to announce an expansion of their strategic partnership with the development of pre-licensure and graduate-level programs that enhance the preparation of Arizona’s future pediatric nurses.
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Blazing a trail for pediatric dystonia care
… Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Dystonia is an often-misunderstood neurologic condition. Dr. Michael Kruer … symptoms. For some, prescribed medications and/or botulinum toxin injections can help provide relief. For more … and partners with other doctors and scientists to study how best to use DBS technologies to help kids. “It’s really an …
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Every month is Diabetes Awareness Month
… United States alone, nearly 300,000 people under the age of 20 have been diagnosed with some form of diabetes. And … practice diabetes awareness EVERY month. One of the best weapons we have against the disease is information. … between type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes? While both conditions can cause high blood sugar levels that can …
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Living day by day and never giving up: Sebastian’s story
… feel lost anymore,” Maria says. “We had been so scared of the unknown, but we finally got the answers we needed.” … Maria’s fetal care team at Phoenix Children’s included both a pediatric surgeon and a pediatric cardiologist from … of the heart – were ordered by a pediatric cardiologist to best assess the heart’s function and condition. The fetal …
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease – From patient to provider
… bowel disease (IBD) specialist and a co-medical director of the IBD program at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Many know … and I successfully completed the marathon with a personal best. That said, I have learned the importance of science … with a healthy lifestyle. I still enjoy remaining active - both physically and academically. I am grateful for my …
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Ashley's Story
… came down with a sinus infection. She had a long history of sinus infections, roughly one a month since she was born. … they had her medical records in hand. There was bleeding on both sides of her brain, swelling and mid-line shift. Even … this diagnosis confirmed, medications and rest would be the best remedies to fight the virus and help Ashley recover. …
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Help! My child is a picky eater!
… eater! Blog Eating Habits Nutrition General Pediatrics One of the most challenging aspects of parenting a toddler is … portions or skip meals. The reasons for picky eating are both biological and behavioral. After their first year of … work for whomever is preparing the meals). It’s always best to prepare one single meal for the entire family. …
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New drug therapy helps Arizona children with rare liver disease
… a rare genetic disorder that can affect different parts of the body, but predominantly impacts the liver. This … years ago to build the hepatology program and provide the best care to children with chronic liver disease. Prior to … assist us in providing that quality of life for Drew.” Both families are grateful to Dr. Bulut and her team for …