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Type 1 Diabetes is a team sport
… a few months when he met Gracie's family that day. After confirming her Type 1 diabetes diagnosis, he and the Phoenix … “I don’t do it alone,” Dr. Kapadia added. “In the three visits Gracie’s had with me in the past year, a diabetic … a little more leeway when it comes to holding his patient accountable. “When I turned 14, my parents gave me control of …
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Phoenix Children’s, SRP Partner to Implement New, Innovative Approach to Reduce Child Drownings
In an effort to improve water safety messaging and reduce child drownings in Arizona, SRP is supporting Phoenix Children’s by partnering to support the health system’s drowning prevention curriculum to pediatricians’ practices statewide.
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New treatment offers hope to child with peanut allergies
… peanut allergy In September 2021, Neysla and her husband, Connor, received some promising news from Genna’s … of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, that may occur with accidental peanut exposure,” said Heidi Schmidt, … weeks for the dose to be increased in the clinic, and these visits happen 12 times,” Schmidt said. “Sometimes we have to …
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Phoenix Children’s Hospital Announces Respiratory Virus Season Restrictions
Starting Saturday, December 17 at 5:00 a.m., Respiratory Virus Season visitor restrictions will be in effect at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. This means visitors must be at least 12 years old to visit with patients who are hospitalized.
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Important Road Closures Surrounding Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Thomas Campus
We want patient families to find the best and easiest way to get to us. As expansion projects continue on Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Thomas Campus, a temporary road closure on our campus is necessary to support construction work. In addition, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has an upcoming pavement improvement project impacting State Route 51 between I-10 and Colter Street, which may affect families traveling to Phoenix Children’s.
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A Lifetime of Care for Children with Spina Bifida
… spina bifida every day. Our patients and their families constantly amaze us. We take great pride in the way they … medical condition. What Is Spina Bifida? Spina bifida occurs when cells that would normally develop into the brain … informed decisions that bring the best results. The first visit for a child with spina bifida is typically in the …
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"I am strong": Nash’s journey to a happy liver
… change, Nash’s parents noticed a lump in his stomach. They visited their pediatrician right away. Because it was a … to the emergency department. At the time, they weren’t too concerned – they thought it was constipation, and once Nash … to say there might be a liver for Nash in 12 hours. A successful liver transplant depends on many factors, including …
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Phoenix Children’s and Brain Injury Alliance partnership brings hope and support for patients and families impacted by brain injuries
… rehabilitation physicians, nurses and physical, speech and occupational therapists who help these resilient children … Children’s, our team realized the need to improve our connections to community-based services to smooth the … address these specific concerns.” Patients and families can visit The Emily Center at Phoenix Children’s Thomas campus …
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Tom's Story
… movements were slow and seemed to require a good deal of concentration. Still, Tom's difficulties didn't seem … two days of tests that preceded his surgery, Jan said. He visited the hospital playroom and immersed himself in … filled with healium." Too sick to do much of anything, Tom occupied his time by staring at the balloon and trying to …
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Rylie’s story: Horseback riding a reality thanks to immunotherapy
… We love when parents tell us their child’s care success stories and this one is no different. Rylie’s mom … She had struggled with allergies her entire life: red eyes, constantly runny nose, breathing treatments, medications. … of shots was once a week and Rylie would get 9 shots per visit! Slowly, our visits were less often with less shots …
