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National Child Injury Prevention Day: Shine a green light on playdate safety
… Shortly after, the playdate invitations started coming home. As a first-time parent, I was hesitant in accepting. I had so many fears and did not feel comfortable in leaving him in the care of another person. … children from 1 to 18 years old. Every day, 20 children die from preventable injuries, resulting in more deaths than …

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Screen time? Tips to promote brain development & attention span
… 2015 in the headache journal, Cephalalgia . Previous studies have shown headaches are linked to screen time … recurrent headaches. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parents of kids and teens ages 5 to 18 years old …

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Jordan & Joshua's Story
… for Cancer and Blood Disorders Beating All Odds Hereditary Complications You would never know from their animated … to other families. “We have two family members who have died of it,” says Joshua, who talks about becoming a …
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Total pediatric trauma care at Phoenix Children’s
… more so than when an accident or injury occurs. When it comes to children, the stakes are even higher because … treating children, medications tailored for their growing bodies, and many other special considerations. However, as a …

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Arizona’s first responders recognized during EMS week
… 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), … when he was shot while responding to a call in Tucson. He died less than two weeks later. Sadly, Dindinger and Bessee …

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Anyone can have a stroke – Yes, even kids!
… Barrow Neurologic Institute at Phoenix Children’s is a comprehensive stroke center treating stroke in children and … this happens, a portion of the brain can be damaged and die. There are many types of strokes and each of these have … forward with further evaluation and treatment. Once the comprehensive work up is complete and the right treatment …

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Menstruation can be a challenge for young women with disabilities, period
… to suppress or decrease menstrual cycles — most of which come in the form of birth control medication, however, there … implants. Overall, these types of devices have been well studied. Each device contains and releases progestin, a type …

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When is the right time to take my child to the doctor?
… easy. Of course, the global pandemic adds another layer of complication. Don’t fret: Use the tips in this article to … (although not always necessary, as fevers actually help our bodies fight infections) Nasal saline and bulb suction for …

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9 tips to help teens build healthy self-esteem
… Finally, the ever-present use of social media further complicates teen lives. Although a great way of connecting … well-balanced meals and snacks to fuel their brains and bodies, plenty of water to stay hydrated and physical …

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3 tips to help keep your family healthy this fall
… against the flu strains researchers believe will be most common each year, but it does not protect against COVID-19. … sneezing or coughing Get plenty of sleep and eat a healthy diet Fall is such a wonderful time of year. Taking simple …
