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… First Responders Trauma Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Community support is critical for EMS workers’ safety and … Week, and Phoenix Children’s would like to recognize the commitment of emergency medical technicians (EMTs), … tend to take for granted that when we call for help, an EMS team will respond quickly and competently. Even as a …

… difficult to have “the talk” with their teen and may feel uncomfortable answering questions related to contraception and … health benefits. Below, we outline some of more common uses of birth control medication for adolescents and … our dedicated pediatric and adolescent gynecology team has the specialized training and experience needed to …

… Institute at Phoenix Children’s CHARGE Syndrome Complications Before Birth A Sad Day On the day the prenatal … about it, but it could be related to seizures. So they recommended Zeta be referred out to another hospital. Brain … Zeta's mom, Angel, said. "And are so thankful for the team at Phoenix Children’s for her continued health."   …

… to a low platelet count. Immune thrombocytopenic purpura, commonly called ITP, is a blood disorder that can cause … purpura.  While acute ITP can occur at any age, it most commonly affects young children, ages 2 to 6 years old. … ITP, contact the Phoenix Children’s Hemophilia & Thrombosis team by calling 602-933-0920 or click here . … Bruises, …

… on her spine. She was rushed into surgery. The operating team discovered an arachnoid cyst on her spine. Arachnoid … It’s nice having everything we need in one place.” A Common Complication of Pediatric Spinal Cord Injury Nearly three …

… questions immediately arise, and they can feel fear and become overwhelmed. How will this impact my child’s life? What … pediatric program of its kind in Arizona and provides complete care for children diagnosed with malignancies and blood diseases. Our CCBD team is made up of pediatric specialists, each with a …

… only to accidents. As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, Phoenix Children’s is shining a spotlight … as Daunorubicin and Vincristine) and radiation that are commonly used to treat cancer today were once researched and … and feel comfortable asking the members of the healthcare team questions about it. Questions could include: What kinds …

… she knew she was in her bedroom, she did not remember coming home. She got out of bed find her mom, but was too … collaborate. Diagnosing Ashley’s Condition Hours later, the team came up with three possibilities for her diagnosis: a … a career in either Music Therapy for Children, or becoming a Child Life Specialist. She is open to wherever her …

… Although early readers may confuse the letter/sound combinations of “b” and “d” or may read “was” as “saw,” … into an alphabet soup. MDTs (multidisciplinary evaluation teams), LREs (least restrictive environments) and IEPs come …