Teens may not always have philanthropy on their active minds, but volunteering their time can have a healthy impact on their development.
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December 14 is National Roast Chestnuts Day
“Chestnuts roasting on an open fire….” But, did you know that this delicious chestnut is packed with numerous health benefits?
CHOC Children’s Hospital Earns National Award for Safe, Quality Care
CHOC is one of only 12 children’s hospitals in the nation and only two in the state to be on the “Leapfrog 2015 Top Hospitals” list.
CHOC Patient Gives Back: Juneau’s Story
At age 8, Juneau Resnick organized her first of many school-wide fundraisers to honor a late family friend and thank the CHOC team.
Living as a Teenager With Epilepsy: Stephen’s Story
Stephen shares more about life with epilepsy is like, and what advice he would offer a newly diagnosed patient.
Pediatrics Article Highlights Big Outcomes in CHOC’s Small Baby Unit
CHOC Small Baby Unit is improving quality & outcomes in extremely low birth weight infants according to results of an article in Pediatrics.
CHOC’s NICU Is Expanding to Better Serve the Families of OC and Beyond
For decades, CHOC has offered highly specialized care for critically ill babies. CHOC will expand its NICU by building 36 private rooms.
Helping Siblings Cope with the NICU
CHOC child life specialists and parents play an important role in helping siblings cope when their new sibling is in the NICU.
Preparing Siblings for Visiting the NICU
Siblings have also been prepared for the arrival of a baby brother or sister, and often struggle with visiting the newborn in the hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions: Scheduling an Appointment at CHOC
As we strive to make the appointment-setting process as easy as possible for parents and referring physicians, we offer the following tips.
Halloween Safety: Remind Kids That Medicine is Not Candy
Everyone has the responsibility to prevent unwanted medication exposures. Keep in mind these simple ways to keep kids safe this Halloween.
Will Your Newborn Need Surgery? Plan Now
CHOC has a trained and experienced team that includes perinatologists, neonatologists, pediatric surgeons and NICU nurses to help.
