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Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) Program
The Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) program at Phoenix Children’s brings the therapeutic benefits of animal interaction to both beside care and hospital events. Our goal is to help patients, families and staff through difficult procedures and extended hospitalizations. This program
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Dorothee K. Newbern, MD
Medical Director, Cardiometabolic Assessment, Research and Education (CARE) Program; Program Director, Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship
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Preventing Falls in Children Falls are the most common cause of injury visits to the emergency room for young children. Falls cause more open wounds, fractures, and brain injuries than any other cause. Most falls happen at home. But the playground is another spot for spills
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Understanding the Stigma Around Mental Health When was the last time you chatted about your mental health? Last week, last month, last year? Regardless of when it was, your emotional well-being shouldn’t be a side note. It’s central to who you are and your overall health. And you
Gift Shop & Deliveries
… shop has a wide array of gifts, as well as practical things for patients, caregivers, family and friends. Whether you … child’s room within an hour. There’s no delivery fee and no sales tax. As a bonus, all proceeds help support patient and … or other mail to your child’s room. For outgoing mail, visit Guest Services. They’ll show you our mailing area. …
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Contraception/Birth Control What is birth control? Birth control is any activity, medicine, or equipment used to prevent pregnancy. There are many types of birth control available for people who do not wish to become pregnant. The decision on which method is right for you should
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Immune System Disorders Your immune system is your body’s defense against infections and other harmful invaders. Without it, you would constantly get sick from germs, such as bacteria or viruses. Your immune system is made up of special cells, tissues, and organs that work
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Stages of Alzheimer Disease Alzheimer disease is a type of brain disorder. It causes memory loss, confusion, and changes in personality, and gradual loss of independence. It is the most common type of dementia. At first, people with this disease have only a small amount of memory
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Toy and Battery Safety
With the holidays around the corner, parents, family and friends are beginning to shop for the perfect gifts for the children in their lives. It is important to make informed purchase decisions for toys and other gifts. Before you tackle any cyber sales or purchase in-store deals, be sure to follow these safety recommendations to keep your child safe year-round.
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… Pectus Center Innovative Care to Improve Outcomes and Keep Kids Comfortable At Phoenix Children’s, we want kids to be kids: We … since 2014. Every two years, hundreds of surgeons learn the latest, most innovative techniques in chest wall care at our …