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Type 1 Diabetes is a team sport
… In 2008, Gracie’s parents noticed that she couldn’t seem to get enough to drink. And despite being potty-trained for a … The power of teamwork Chirag Kapadia, MD , who has since become the division chief of Endocrinology , had only been a … “I don’t do it alone,” Dr. Kapadia added. “In the three visits Gracie’s had with me in the past year, a diabetic …
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Phoenix Children’s Hospital provides resources to help prevent child drownings through partnership, sharing evidence-based resources to community
As Arizonans continue to abide by COVID 19 social distancing restrictions, drowning risk for Arizona’s children is expected to rise. Toddlers in Arizona are already drowning at double the national rate. Economic hardship is also increasing caregiver stress, childcare options are severely limited, and families are confined to apartments and single-family homes, where drowning risk is highest.
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Healthy Outlooks: the Integrative Medicine Program
… These can range from chronic allergies and headaches to complex diseases such as fibromyalgia, juvenile arthritis or … in Phoenix Children’s Integrative Medicine clinic. They get to know the patient and their health and lifestyle … live far away. Families can choose to use Telehealth remote visits for early or follow-up appointments. That first visit …
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How to make shots less stressful for kids
… Pediatrics Primary Care Stress Vaccination The idea of a getting a shot can induce anxiety in some kids. Luckily, … those fears and make the next vaccination appointment more comfortable for your little one. Here are tips on how to … approach for helping them cope with anxiety around clinical visits – especially when they must receive a shot. …
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Phoenix Children’s Center for Family Health & Safety Awarded GOHS Grant
Phoenix Children’s Center for Family Health and Safety has been awarded a grant by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). The funds, which total more than $36,000, will support the distribution of car seats, booster seats, helmets, and education for parents on protection from motor vehicle crash-related injuries.
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High School Senior Celebrates Cancer-Free Milestone
… High School Senior Celebrates Cancer-Free Milestone Blog Leukemia Center for Cancer and Blood … we were reassured by the amazing care Brett received to get him stabilized while they ran more tests to confirm the … around all my life," said Brett. "In sixth grade, I started getting involved with student council, and it changed my …
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National Child Injury Prevention Day 2022
… Phoenix Children’s plays an integral role in educating our community about keeping children safe from preventable … important information with families during their well child visits (particularly for our most at risk population of … a green light on the Thomas Campus to support the Injury Free Coalition for Kids on their mission to bring awareness …
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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 … breathing in younger children, nasal flaring (nostrils get larger with each breath) or chest retractions (the skin … see everyone, it may not be the best place for all sick visits. In general, ERs should be reserved for serious …
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Rylie’s story: Horseback riding a reality thanks to immunotherapy
… was always no. After about a year of lessons, she began competing at horse shows. These were very long days around … The initial round of shots was once a week and Rylie would get 9 shots per visit! Slowly, our visits were less often with less shots …
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A long road to healing
… head and toe in eczema, which was undoubtedly itchy and uncomfortable for the infant. These symptoms led to Brayden … also diagnosed with failure to thrive because he couldn’t get the nutrients he needed to grow and develop. “It took a … three months. Then, COVID-19 put an end to his in-person visits in March 2020. “Brayden’s symptoms became worse. He …
