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Getting needed accommodations and services from your school teams
… Getting needed accommodations and services from your school teams Blog School … with a disabling condition. As if adjusting to this news isn’t enough, you learn that the condition can affect … your child’s learning or interfere with their ability to perform in school. Now you must delve into the world of special …
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Despite a brain aneurysm, brain tumor and epilepsy, Kylah’s crushing it
… attitude and a whole lot of moxie. “Kylah is such an overcomer,” said the sixth-grader’s mother, Meghan. “All of her … and ongoing medical challenges have made life difficult for her, but she perseveres with joy and hope. Kylah trusts … vomited. Next, her eyes rolled back, and she went limp before letting out a “bloodcurdling scream,” Meghan …
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Taking a “reading” on reading problems
… that affect reading Different cultures have different names for objects. Think about a book. In French, we’d call this … Although early readers may confuse the letter/sound combinations of “b” and “d” or may read “was” as “saw,” … The causes of significant reading problems are multiple, complex and not fully understood. While reading problems …
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Greyson crawls, stands, takes early steps
… Foot How prenatal diagnosis of clubfoot makes a difference for a lifetime When parents first meet orthopedic surgeon … typical childhood activities and even play sports. The most common type of clubfoot is “isolated,” meaning the child has … What excites Dr. Burns today is that radiologists who perform prenatal ultrasounds can now identify clubfoot very …
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Arizona’s first responders recognized during EMS week
… First Responders Trauma Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Community support is critical for EMS workers’ safety and mental health It’s National … family-centered services. We’re committed to caring for and comforting our young patients, as well as their guardians …
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Families first at Phoenix Children’s
… of navigating the healthcare system and advocating for someone with complex medical needs. And for many families like her own, … English is not your first language, you can miss important information about your child’s medical needs and treatments. …
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A day in the life of an Outpatient Child Life Specialist
… Ambulatory building. Each day, these child life specialists visit with children and families who come to Phoenix Children’s for a variety of specialty care services. We know visiting a …
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Lexi's Story
… Institute at Phoenix Children’s Epilepsy Cross Country Care for Seizures Meet Lexi. She and her family came to us from Illinois. They were looking for the “best of the best” to treat her brain tumor which … Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s were able to perform laser ablation to remove the tumor. This is her …
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When is the right time to take my child to the doctor?
… easy. Of course, the global pandemic adds another layer of complication. Don’t fret: Use the tips in this article to … to 10 days with the help of: Simple rest and fluids Tylenol for fever and pain (although not always necessary, as fevers … see everyone, it may not be the best place for all sick visits. In general, ERs should be reserved for serious …
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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.