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A cautionary tale to prevent cardiovascular disease
… too late. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute recommends three key action steps to prevent heart disease : … stresses how everyone can benefit from a healthy diet and adequate physical activity , regardless of their … year, I share his story, hoping it will help others in the future. … A cautionary tale to prevent cardiovascular disease …
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Cystic Fibrosis care for kids AND adults at Phoenix Children’s
… CF, from newly diagnosed newborns to elderly adults who come from all over the state of Arizona to receive care. … team is made up of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, dieticians, social workers, a psychologist, care navigators, … adulthood with normal lung function and plans for the future, and we are privileged to help them navigate life …
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Phoenix Children’s Expands Research Team with Scientist Pioneering New Childhood Cancer Treatments
The health system continues to strengthen its focus on pediatric research with the hire of Tanya Kalin, MD, PhD, a renowned scientist focused on pioneering effective treatments for pediatric cancers with fewer negative side effects for children.
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Innovation, dedication, tenacity and love: LJ's Story
… Suddenly, LJ and his family found themselves on a medically complex and highly emotional journey that would take them to … Kruer and Phoenix Children’s. Dr. Kruer’s research lab studies rare genetic disorders in children that are related to … you are fun,’” recalled Aebi with a smile. Looking to the Future: A Big Move with the Phoenix Children’s Team in Full …
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Acne What is acne? Acne is a disorder of the hair follicles and oil glands (sebaceous glands). The oil glands secrete oils (sebum) to keep the skin moist. When the glands get clogged, it can lead to pimples and cysts. Acne is very common. People of all races and ages have acne
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Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis What is juvenile idiopathic arthritis? Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a form of arthritis in children. Arthritis causes joint swelling (inflammation) and joint stiffness. JIA is arthritis that affects 1 or more joints for at least 6 weeks in
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Hepatoblastoma in Children What is hepatoblastoma in children? Hepatoblastoma is a very rare cancer that starts in the liver. It usually affects children less than 3 years of age. About half of all children with it are diagnosed before age 1. It usually doesn’t spread
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Prematurity What is prematurity? A baby born before 37 weeks of pregnancy is considered premature or born too early. Other terms used for prematurity are preterm and the nicknames "preemie" or "premie". About 1 in every 10 infants are born prematurely. Twins and other multiples
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Depression What is depression? Depression is a whole-body illness. It involves the body, mood, and thoughts. Depression affects the way you eat and sleep. It also can affect the way you feel about yourself, the people around you, and other things. It's not the same as being
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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