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The Thyroid Gland Anatomy of the thyroid gland The thyroid gland is found in the front of the neck. It sits below the voice box (larynx) and on top of the trachea (windpipe). It has a butterfly-like shape. The small, 2-inch gland consists of 2 lobes, 1 on each side of the
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Achalasia in Children What is achalasia in a child? Achalasia is a rare disease that makes it hard to swallow foods and liquids. In achalasia, there is a problem with the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach (esophagus). The muscles that make the esophagus
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Components of Food If you are trying to make heart-healthy changes to your lifestyle and diet, it's helpful to know some basics about nutrition, starting with the components of food. Facts about calories You need enough calories to give you energy, but no more than you can burn
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Michael Shishov, MD
Division Chief, Rheumatology; Kim and Steve Robson Endowed Chair in Rheumatology
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Viral Hepatitis Overview What is hepatitis? Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. The liver is located in the upper right part of the belly (abdomen). Hepatitis can be caused by a virus that leads to damage of liver cells. Hepatitis has 2 types: Acute hepatitis. This type
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As the region's premier facility dedicated exclusively to pediatric and adolescent rehabilitation, we offer a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach tailored to meet the unique needs of each young patient. Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Program is led by a team of experienced
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Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Study Identifies FOXF1 Enhancers Involved in Rare Lung Disease
This research provides new clarity on a rare, lethal, genetic lung disease which causes respiratory failure in newborns and infants. It also has implications for more common pulmonary disorders.
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Hypothalamic hamartomas are rare, benign (non-cancerous) tumor-like formation on the hypothalamus, the area at the base of the brain that controls the production and release of hormones by the pituitary gland. The hypothalamus is a small but crucial part of the brain that
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Phoenix Children’s Achieves Sanctuary Certification, Setting a New Standard in Trauma-Informed Care
Phoenix Children’s trauma-informed environment recognizes human vulnerability to trauma and implements systemic interventions focused on resolving adversity and stress.