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Skin checks (and melanoma) aren’t just for adults
… people don’t realize that children and young adults can get skin cancer too. May is Skin Cancer Awareness/Melanoma … patients out of the melanoma ‘convo.’ Although not as common as in adults, melanoma is the second most common … childhood or adolescence more than doubles your chance of getting melanoma later in life; and the risk of melanoma …
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Seeing through the eyes of a child
… oxidation in the body causes proteins in the lens to become opaque and no longer clear,” explained Kamran Ahmed, MD … , an ophthalmologist at Phoenix Children’s. “Kids usually get cataracts because they're born with a genetic mutation … that therapy,” said Xander’s mom, Victoria. “Nothing was getting through until we got a referral for an …
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Trevor's Story
… his spine to be magnetically adjusted in a short clinic visit, reducing the amount of surgeries. Today, Trevor is … made up of a wide range of specialties and sub-specialties, combining their collective experience into a powerful force …
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Living with Food Allergies During the Holidays
… in the past decade in Western countries and are becoming an important public health concern due to the large … several hours after peanut ingestion followed by a peanut-free meal, before mouth-to-mouth kissing with someone who is … Be especially careful with desserts and sauces. 7. Communication Take time to explain your child’s allergy with …
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The benefits of second opinions in cardiology
… care providers, but it can be a critical, even lifesaving, component to your child’s treatment. Here we outline the … benefits of a second opinion is the peace of mind parents get knowing that they have explored every possible avenue … the parent and child to feel comfortable with their doctor. Getting a second opinion allows parents to be well-informed …
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Could It Be Measles? A Guide for Caregivers
… had the MMR vaccine (measles, mumps and rubella), and they come in contact with someone who has measles. A person … to the emergency room? If the child who is sick rapidly gets worse or has any of the following symptoms, take them …
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Help! My child is a picky eater!
… assured as we’ll discuss some of the reasons why toddlers become picky eaters, some common, but easily correctable … as being a “short-order cook,” may accomplish the goal of getting a picky eater to eat at that time. However, this …
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Phoenix Children’s Names Terrence L. Stull, MD, Senior Vice President of Research and Chief Research Officer
Phoenix Children’s Hospital recently announced Terrence L. Stull, MD as senior vice president of research and chief research officer. In this position, Dr. Stull is responsible for the direction and leadership of Phoenix Children’s Research Institute.
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Angus Wilfong, MD, Joins Phoenix Children’s Hospital as Chief of Pediatric Neurology
Angus A. Wilfong, MD, has joined Phoenix Children's Hospital as Chief of Pediatric Neurology at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s. In this role, Dr. Wilfong will oversee all functions of the neurology practice including surgery, technology, innovation, and research and development.
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Boosting immunity the healthy way
… food or diet that boosts immunity? Our immune systems are complex and shaped by many factors. It’s not just diet alone … Focus on a varied and balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains and lots of water. …