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Ways to increase comfort and calm
… of things you might do to increase your comfort and confidence with procedures and pokes. For more ideas of how … this Game Plan and bring a copy with you to your medical visit. It’s your body and your brain – you are in charge. … …
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Molly’s story: Empowering others after powering through cancer
… even for a broken bone. At the time, Molly, a 12-year-old soccer player who’s been active all her life, went to her … she was referred for X-rays that initially didn’t raise concern, so the pain was thought to be shin splints – a … with slime. There were also times when Molly wasn’t up for visitors – unless it was a furry friend. One of the bright …
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10 helpful facts about Cystic Fibrosis
… not perfect, so if a child or adult has symptoms that are concerning for CF, they should undergo sweat chloride … specialists Phoenix Children’s has one of only two accredited cystic fibrosis programs in Arizona. We care for … allowing your child to see both providers during one visit. 6. Treatments for CF have improved dramatically in …
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A home away from home: Brooke’s story
… Brooke was ultimately diagnosed with Aicardi syndrome – a condition where undeveloped tissue connecting the two sides … child,” Brittany says. Aicardi syndrome is very rare – it occurs in around 1 in 100,000 babies born per year in the … the trips they used to dream about. They’re on a quest to visit as many national parks as they can. They have already …
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#MackyStrong: A 2-year-old boy’s remarkable journey battling and beating cancer
… Ty, who is a nurse. “It was different but not overly concerning. A couple days later, we were diagnosed with … him,” said Mack. After ringing the bell, Mack continued to visit Dr. Henry every three months to monitor for relapse. … Mack is embarking on new life adventures, from playing soccer and football to jumping on the trampoline with his big …
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Phoenix Children's Appoints Chief Nursing Officer, VP of Critical Care Services
In an ongoing effort to expand and elevate health care for children and families, Phoenix Children’s tapped two senior nursing leaders to serve in executive positions for the growing pediatric health system. Rhonda Thompson, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, is chief nursing officer (CNO) and senior vice president of patient care services, and Katie Penson, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, now serves as vice president of critical care services at Phoenix Children’s.
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Easton never gives up
… his life changed on Jan. 22, 2023, following a horrible accident while riding a motorized dirt bike. The crash left … Children’s, a social worker let them know that Easton was unconscious in the trauma room. “It was definitely a shock to … help him cope with the accident. He also found comfort in visits with the hospital’s therapy dogs, especially …
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Phoenix Children’s offers new hope for children coping with food allergies and asthma
… allergies. Food allergies are also a growing public health concern that affects one in 13 children, or about 2 students … leading cause of hospitalizations and emergency department visits among children under the age of 15 years. Phoenix … we will know whether this intervention is the first to successfully prevent the progression to lasting childhood …
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Healthy Habits for Your Family in the New Year
The beginning of a new year is an ideal time to introduce new, healthy habits to your family. Establishing a strong foundation of wellness can make a positive difference for both kids and adults.
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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.