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Allergens: Animals What is an animal allergen? Allergens found in animals are a common cause of allergic reactions. They are caused by the proteins found in an animal's: Skin (dander) Saliva Urine Household pets such as cats and dogs are the most common sources of animal
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Blazing a trail for pediatric dystonia care
… symptoms. For some, prescribed medications and/or botulinum toxin injections can help provide relief. For more … pacemaker-like device, called a neurostimulator, under the skin of the child’s chest below the collarbone. Once … 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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… To ensure your child receives the right diagnosis and best treatment for their condition, your child’s team might … commitment to improving quality of life for children with skin conditions, we partner with the American Academy of … skin conditions. Dates and locations can be found on the website each year — ask your Phoenix Children’s dermatology …
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Phoenix Children’s Recognized for Patient and Team Safety Work by National Network of Children’s Hospitals
Phoenix Children’s has been selected as a December Hospital of the Month by Children's Hospitals' Solutions of Patient Safety for its ongoing commitment to patient and employee safety.
Student Programming
The Child Life and Therapeutic Arts programs at Phoenix Children’s offer several student learning opportunities. Through these programs, students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue certification in their respective fields. If you’re a student actively pursuing a
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Anatomy of the Eye Anterior chamber. The front section of the eye's interior where aqueous humor flows in and out, providing nourishment to the eye. Anterior chamber. The front section of the eye's interior where aqueous humor flows in and out, providing nourishment to the eye
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Phoenix Children’s Celebrates Milestone Anniversary
Angel Torres was running out of options. After multiple rounds of chemotherapy and a fruitless search for a bone marrow donor, the 3-year-old’s odds against acute lymphoblastic leukemia were grim. That changed in June, when Phoenix Children’s providers recommended CAR-T cellular therapy, a breakthrough new treatment that uses a patient’s own T-cells to attack and destroy cancer cells. Only available at a handful of children’s cancer centers nationwide, CAR-T worked for Angel, destroying the leukemia cells and giving him a second chance at life.
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The neurosurgery team at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s is one of the most experienced pediatric neurosurgery teams in the country. Because of the high volume of surgeries performed at Phoenix Children’s every year, our surgeons have in-depth experience in a
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Puncture Wounds in Children What is a puncture wound? A puncture wound is a deep wound made by a sharp object, such as a nail or a jagged piece of metal or wood. Puncture wounds may be small and not seem serious. But they do need to be treated by a healthcare provider. Puncture
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Fire Safety and Burns Overview What are the different types of burns? A burn injury usually results from an energy transfer from a heat source to the body. There are many types of burns caused by thermal, radiation, chemical, friction, or electrical contact. Thermal burns are