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Menstruation can be a challenge for young women with disabilities, period
… of reasons. Some may have difficulties physically managing their own personal care or tasks related to their period. … As the only pediatric and adolescent gynecology program in Arizona, Phoenix Children’s staffs a highly … to suppress or decrease menstrual cycles — most of which come in the form of birth control medication, however, there …
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Living day by day and never giving up: Sebastian’s story
… Heart Care Fetal Care Maria and Paul were thrilled to learn they were expecting a baby and were eager to add another … to their family. Their daughter Sophia was excited to become a big sister. During Maria’s 20-week ultrasound, her … with a fetal cardiac nurse coordinator. Fetal echocardiograms – a procedure that uses sound waves to make detailed …
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Families first at Phoenix Children’s
… and Family Advisory Councils Promote Positive Change As the parent of a child with Duchenne muscular dystrophy … the healthcare system and advocating for someone with complex medical needs. And for many families like her own, … Nancy and her husband moved to the United States with their daughter, then 2 years old, in 2002. Their son, …
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Super Girl
… calves through her 4-H chapter in Casa Grande. However, the gregarious fourth grader recently underwent spinal … It’s nice having everything we need in one place.” A Common Complication of Pediatric Spinal Cord Injury Nearly … bifida, her symptoms and needs are similar, making the program a good fit for her. “Lilye is very brave – I call her …
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Importance of Mental Health During and After Pregnancy
… Fetal Care Pregnancy is often viewed primarily through the lens of physical health, but mental and emotional … This understanding underscores the need for timely and compassionate mental health interventions for parents. … anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress. Our program allows these families to have support from diagnosis …
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Embracing Inner Strength and Community: Eashani's Inspiring Journey with Thalassemia
… Embracing Inner Strength and Community: Eashani's Inspiring Journey with Thalassemia Blog … I am. It’s not a defining characteristic, but like most other people with this condition, it is my normal,” said … and oncologic conditions. It is the largest pediatric program of its kind in Arizona, providing complete care for …
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Giving back to honor her son’s life: Dominic’s story
… with our pediatrician,” Samantha says. “We were always at the doctor, always trying different formulas or other things to help Dominic gain weight.” When Dominic was … holding his breath and turning blue. Sometimes, he would become unresponsive. Then one day, daycare called and said …
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Phoenix Children’s Research Institute Secures Three Prestigious National Institutes of Health (NIH) Grants
Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine — Phoenix has been awarded three new R01 grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the gold standard of federally funded research awards.
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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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Physician-Researchers at Phoenix Children’s Pioneer Use of Minimally Invasive Tool to Monitor Chronic Esophageal Disease in Children
The new tool can be implemented in an outpatient setting, eliminating need for anesthesia during esophageal testing.