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Samantha’s Colorfully Courageous Journey
… be green, blue or other colors standardized by hospitals for medical conditions. They remind 10-year-old Samantha of … family. Nichole and her husband, Mike, are proud parents of two daughters and fans of Scruffy, the family’s … dose or try a different medication,” said Nichole. Samantha visits Phoenix Children’s infusion center every six weeks …
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Going with the flow
… Heart Defect and a New Way to Provide Mother’s Milk For first-time mother Jackie, breastfeeding plans took a … Phoenix Children’s Division of Neonatology put in place new guidelines for feeding babies in the NICU. Neonatologist … cardiologist closer to home, the family still makes regular visits to Phoenix Children’s, where Michael’s neurosurgeon …
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Top questions to ask when considering a childhood cancer clinical trial
… cancer clinical trial Blog Clinical Trials Research Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders “Your child has cancer.” It’s … only to accidents. As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, Phoenix Children’s is shining a spotlight … trial? A clinical trial is a medical research study that is guided by a specific plan of action. Patients volunteer to …
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Cardio Kid Embraces Life
… and happy toddler, Gwen was born with multiple heart malformations and other congenital defects. But she has not let … COVID-19 pandemic, meant that Addie would not be able to visit the baby at first. She also would be separated from her parents for an extended period after the baby’s birth. Plus, …
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Navigating teen friendships and social distancing
… also trying to protect them from consequences only you can foresee. Add to that the ongoing need for families to … their peers. For the most part, kids are subject to their parents’ rules when it comes to social distancing. Luckily, … If your family is continuing to abide by social distancing guidelines and your teen doesn’t feel comfortable saying no …
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Phoenix Children’s and 12 News share miracle stories from 2020
… Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders NICU Orthopedics Phoenix … subsequent chemo treatments – along with an array of health complications requiring specialty care from nearly a dozen … Chase developed a persistent cough and growing fatigue, his parents took him to a pediatrician for a check-up. What they …
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Headache home monitoring improves patient care
Headache Home Monitoring benefits children with chronic migraines by allowing doctors to respond quickly with changes to treatments plans.
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Personal Insights Into Sickle Cell Disease
… This initiative, conducted in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Arizona State … dreams of creating a program that offers respite care for parents during inpatient visits, help with errands, babysitting and emotional …
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Safe Teen Driving – Get the facts
… Safe Teen Driving – Get the facts Blog Center for Family Health and Safety As the parent of a teenage … a BIG responsibility. Newly licensed drivers need rules and guidelines to ensure safety on the road. A lot of things … according to the CDC. This is probably why so many of us parents are fearful when our teens embark on this very …
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Supporting Children’s Mental Health During the Holidays
The holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many children and teens, it can bring unique emotional challenges. Changes in routine, family stress, grief, sensory overload or unmet expectations can impact a child's mental and emotional well-being.