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Natalee's Story
… already won a handful of writing contests. She loves the freedom her imagination provides. When Natalee isn’t … side, her dad on the other. To stay strong, they chanted together, “We’re from New York and we’re gonna kick butt.” … Michael Etzl, MD, Neuro-Oncologist. Once a year, Natalee visits Michael Lavoie, PhD. He makes sure her cognitive and …
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Cancer Overview What is cancer? Cancer is an abnormal growth of cells. The whole body is made of cells that act and grow in controlled ways as the body needs them. Cells are controlled by genes. The genes in any cell in the body can be damaged. Then the cell can grow out of
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Exercise for Cancer Prevention People who are overweight or obese have a higher risk of getting certain cancers. This includes cancers of the: Breast (for people past menopause). Endometrium. Ovary. Kidney. Liver. Rectum. Esophagus. Colon. Pancreas. Stomach. Thyroid. Gallbladder
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… Title Tom Sitzman, MD, MPH tsitzman [at] phoenixchildrens.com ( tsitzman[at]phoenixchildrens[dot]com ) (602) 933-2670 Site PI Lead Surgeon Davinder Singh, MD dsingh [at] … ( karenw[dot]wong[at]sickkids[dot]ca ) (416) 813-7654, ext. 226447 PI and Lead Surgeon John Phillips, MD john.phillips …
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Sexually Transmitted Infections in Teens What are sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infectious diseases spread through sexual contact. About 50 out of 100 new STIs happen in people ages 15 to 24. Protecting your teen from STIs The
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At Phoenix Children's, we provide comprehensive care for children with a wide range of conditions affecting movement, muscle tone and posture. These conditions include cerebral palsy, brain or spine injuries, tremors, tics and various neurological disorders. Our multidisciplinary
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Complications of Pregnancy What are some of the more common complications of pregnancy? Most pregnancies are uneventful. But sometimes complications happen. Here are some of the more common pregnancy complications. Amniotic fluid complications Too much or too little amniotic
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Overview of Sleep Disorders Facts about sleep disorders Loss of sleep can cause problems at home or on the job. It can lead to serious or even fatal accidents. The National Sleep Foundation notes that: Between 50 and 70 million U.S. adults have some type of sleep or wakefulness
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A Tale of Resilience: How Sibling Love and Expert Care Triumphed Over Sickle Cell
… in their stomachs and legs,” Kina said. “They would also get really high fevers. I was told they were at higher risk … the experience so much that they eagerly looked forward to visiting the hospital again. Despite the multidisciplinary … stifling limitations were replaced with a newfound sense of freedom. Kina marvels at their change: “They now swim …
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Talking to Your Child About Gun Violence at School A child’s safety is the top priority for every caregiver. The news of a school shooting can trigger strong feelings in both adults and children. Even if your child hasn’t heard about gun violence on the news or through people