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MECP2 duplication syndrome - Jackson’s story
… healthy delivery. She and her husband were thrilled to welcome their first child, a boy named Jackson. A few months … was just becoming a bigger baby,” Jessica recalls. Jackson visited a few specialists, who unfortunately couldn’t provide the answers Jackson’s family …
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New drug therapy helps Arizona children with rare liver disease
… in plasma and other body tissues.” There is no cure for ALGS, so treatment focuses on reducing bile acids, … the boys and their families — Phoenix Children’s would become the first hospital in Arizona to prescribe pediatric … It took several doctors, procedures, medications, hospital visits and many sleepless nights to narrow down Caden’s …
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He’s a survivor
… He’s a survivor Blog Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Survivorship Teenagers Cancer … two siblings when he got the news. The nagging shoulder discomfort he’d been experiencing wasn’t due to the way the … with Phoenix Children’s Survivor Program . At this clinic visit, a multidisciplinary team evaluates Sammy to monitor …
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The Right Diagnosis Helped Brennan Get Back to Being a Kid
… In the spring of 2023, 11-year-old Brennan was in Phoenix for a soccer tournament when he started complaining of stomach pain. It was the Friday night before … assistant with the endocrinology team and several nurses visited to teach Brennan and his parents what they needed to …
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Navigating nutrition: Easy, healthy meals from your pantry
… every aspect of our daily lives, like grocery shopping, visiting friends and going out to eat. Without frequent … of “cream of something” in the back of your pantry waiting for next Thanksgiving. These soups are typically used in … frozen or canned fruits or vegetables to make your meal complete. A few of my favorite produce items with a longer …
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A home away from home: Brooke’s story
… 1 in 100,000 babies born per year in the U.S. Brittany felt fortunate that the neurologist on-call when Brooke was … is the place where kids with serious medical conditions come.” Although Brooke still experiences daily seizures, … the trips they used to dream about. They’re on a quest to visit as many national parks as they can. They have already …
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Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day
… Trisomy 21, which causes Down syndrome, is the most common chromosomal condition diagnosed in the United States. … communities and provide them the recognition they deserve for what they do. We understand and recognize the uniqueness … families outside of their appointment time. During each visit with our multidisciplinary team, we obtain a thorough …
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Molly’s story: Empowering others after powering through cancer
… cancer Patient Stories Cancer Patient Stories Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Molly’s warm and resilient … support of her family, has inspired Molly — who recently completed treatment for cancer — to dream of providing hope … with slime. There were also times when Molly wasn’t up for visitors – unless it was a furry friend. One of the bright …
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Easton never gives up
… to Phoenix Children’s, where the team at the Center for Trauma Care went to work to save his life. The center is … and neurological care. Their team focuses on meeting the complex care needs of children with brain, spine and nervous … help him cope with the accident. He also found comfort in visits with the hospital’s therapy dogs, especially …
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Bethanie’s cancer journey: A story of resilience, courage and triumph over all
… courage and triumph over all Blog Leukemia Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Daniel and Stephanie vividly … was wrong when she could not stand on her own. They recommended she go to Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Thomas … Bethanie's family’s life centered on countless hospital visits and chemo treatments. While Bethanie responded well …