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Study from Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Reveals New Way to Prevent Lung Cancer from Spreading
Research conducted at the Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix shows normalizing cancer tumor vessels and alleviating low oxygen levels in the tumor microenvironment can improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy treatment in lung cancer, according to a paper published in EMBO Molecular Medicine.
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Medical breakthroughs in epilepsy treatment
… Many are surprised to learn that epilepsy is the most common of all neurological disorders. One in 26 people … For many patients, a surgical intervention is the best approach: Laser Ablation: A Cure for Epilepsy For children …
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Skin checks (and melanoma) aren’t just for adults
… patients out of the melanoma ‘convo.’ Although not as common as in adults, melanoma is the second most common … we know that a family history of melanoma and atypical appearing moles, significant sun exposure (UV radiation), …
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Understanding a blood disorder diagnosis
… questions immediately arise, and they can feel fear and become overwhelmed. How will this impact my child’s life? What … my child? Will my child have a “normal” life? How did this happen? Why don’t people understand what I’m going through? …
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A journey from NICU parent to critical care nurse leader
… bring out the snow shovels and winter coats. Her family has swapped frozen lakes and frigid mornings for prickly pear … The addition of Katie to the Phoenix Children’s family comes during a time of immense growth for the health care …
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Families first at Phoenix Children’s
… the healthcare system and advocating for someone with complex medical needs. And for many families like her own, … also helps Phoenix Children’s sustain its family-centered approach to care. The PFACs goals include: Promoting …
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Top questions to ask when considering a childhood cancer clinical trial
… only to accidents. As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, Phoenix Children’s is shining a spotlight … understand. Before the trial can even begin, it must be approved by an Institutional Review Board (IRB). The IRB is …
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Overcoming multiple spinal conditions: Mia’s story
… Overcoming multiple spinal conditions: Mia’s story Blog Center … lesion on Mia’s spine. “Her spinal cord was supposed to be approximately the size of a broom stick. At the tumor site, …
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Mia's Story
… out a little later … like a Barbie doll when the foot has snapped off.” Angela was already calling 911 from her cell … and running and able to take on an extremely intricate and complicated case right out of the gate.” Zoldos admits …
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Neurocritical care means coordinated care for your child’s brain
… worsened brain injury and ensuring the best possible outcome . The sudden shock of a new brain injury to their … often leaves families overwhelmed and unsure about what is happening to their child. Preventing Worsened Brain Injury …
