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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome and Cancer Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is a rare, inherited condition. It's passed to a child from a parent. PJS is an autosomal dominant genetic disorder. This means you only need 1 copy of the altered (mutated) gene to have PJS. About 3 out of every 4
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Anorectal Malformation in Children What is an anorectal malformation in children? Anorectal malformations are birth defects, or problems that happen as an unborn baby is developing during pregnancy. With this defect, the anus and rectum don’t develop properly. They are the lower
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Atherosclerosis What is atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis is thickening of the walls of the arteries. It is also known as hardening of the arteries. It is caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Plaque is made up of deposits of fatty substances, cholesterol
Vaccine Position
… science clearly demonstrates that vaccines are both safe and effective. We endorse the current vaccine … advocates for disease prevention. In many instances, the best method to prevent disease is with immunization. Due to …
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Getting back to active
… pain. A destination program for chest wall deformities Both Chloe and Jillian found the care they needed at … pain service, we all work together to support the best surgical care for our patients,” said Dr. McMahon. …
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Halloween costume and trick-or-treating safety tips
… I have so many wonderful childhood memories. Some of my best memories include school parties, costume contests, … trick-or-treater crosses the street, remind them to look both ways. Make sure drivers see them and you before you …
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Dog Bite Prevention Week: Teaching your child pet safety
… to their traits and temperament, different dogs are best suited for different families. I recommend researching … friendly and playful dogs can show signs of aggression if bothered while eating or playing with a new toy. It is best …
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Phoenix Children’s Welcomes Rajeev Bhatia, MD, as Division Chief of Pulmonology
The Department of Pulmonology at Phoenix Children’s, a top 40 specialty program ranked by US News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals, is proud to announce Rajeev Bhatia, MD, MBBS as Pulmonology Division Chief at Phoenix Children's.
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Setting Screen Time Limits for Children and Teens If your child is having a hard time staying away from a screen, you’re not alone. Many parents and caregivers struggle with the same problem. Screens are everywhere. It’s easy for them to grab your child’s attention. Experts
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Your Child's Asthma What causes childhood asthma? Researchers continue to learn what causes asthma. It is not fully understood. The following things play a part: Genetics. Asthma runs in families. Allergies. Some allergies are more common in people with asthma. Allergies also