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Kids Health eNewsletter Archive

Kids Health is published monthly and contains “healthful” information from the experts at CHOC Children’s.

2022

  • May 2022
    Explore mental health guides I The formula shortage I “High-functioning” depression and anxiety
    And, meet Henry, a 13-year-old who overcame sudden cardiac arrest. 
  • April 2022
    Learn how to keep your kids safe in bounce houses I Protect your teens from substance use I Cast art brings joy
    Plus, Lucas’ journey at the Thompson Autism Center at CHOC. 
  • March 2022
    Learn how to talk to your kids about what’s happening in Ukraine.
    Plus, sick day activities, how to help your kids take medications and nutrition tips from CHOC dietitians. 
  • February 2022
    What you need to know about the dangers of fentanyl.
    Plus, what to do if you’re a parent with COVID-19, warning signs of eating disorders, and how to manage pet allergies in the home.
  • January 2022
    When the COVID-19 vaccine will be available for kids under 5?
    We provide an update. Also, conversation starters on race, how to spot sneaky added sugars and strategies to manage omicron anxiety.

2021

  • December 2021
    Get answers about the Omicron variant from a CHOC infectious disease specialist.
    Plus, read an ultimate guide to poop, get winter celebration safety tips, and learn safe dosing techniques for pain medications.
  • November 2021
    Answers from CHOC experts about the COVID-19 vaccine for kids.
    Plus, learn how to protect your kids during contact sports, ease needle phobia and determine whether your teen may be anxious or depressed.
  • October 2021
    Help your kids navigate connecting with friends on social media.
    Plus, help your kids when they have nightmares, lock up your over-the-counter medications and shop for seasonal, high-fiber foods.
  • September 2021
    September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Get inspired by Parker’s unwavering joy throughout his cancer journey.
    Plus, get sleep strategies, learn about how the COVID-19 vaccine is helping immunocompromised kids and order delicious pancakes.
  • August 2021
    Learn about the delta variant and how to keep kids mentally and physically healthy back at school.
    Plus, find inspiration in Ryder’s journey to an improved quality of life through deep brain stimulation.
  • July 2021
    Get tips for preventing colds as COVID-19 restrictions lift | Help kids stay safe on road trips | Meet Eric, a CHOC NICU grad who is headed to medical school this fall
    Plus, get advice on navigating summertime activities with children too young for the COVID-19 vaccine
  • June 2021
    Learn about the new Fetal Care Center of Southern California | Get tips on talking to children about death | Meet Oliver, a CHOC patient with a rare disease
    Plus, CHOC has once again been ranked among nation’s best children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.
  • May 2021
    Help end the stigma around mental illness | Learn how Disney stories are enhancing CHOC magic | ADHD Q & A
    Plus, learn about a tonsillectomy technique with an easier recovery.
  • April 2021
    Get answers to common questions about teens & the COVID-19 vaccine | Helping kids cope with mass violence | A day supporting children with autism
    Plus, learn why sports physicals are so important before getting back into the game.
  • March 2021
    Learn 11 new things about child life | Seamless primary & specialty care | How to personalize your plate.
    Plus, meet Matthew, who beat COVID-19 and MIS-C.
  • February 2021
    Celebrate Heart Month with these CHOC heart warriors.
    Plus, get a sneak peek into a day in the life of CHOC’s safety officer, and meet a family giving back to others at CHOC.
  • January 2021
    Mental health tips from CHOC | How to cope with political stress | A dietitian talks fiber
    Plus, meet two Small Baby Unit graduates, who were born at just 24 weeks, 3 days.

2020

  • December 2020
    The latest holiday safety tips during COVID | Learn how to support kids’ disappointment with COVID cancellations. Plus, 5 ways to support CHOC this holiday season including our toy drive, virtual events, shopping for a cause and more.
  • November 2020
    Ways to celebrate Thanksgiving safely amid COVID-19. Plus, why your flu shot is more important than ever this year, and ways to give back this holiday season.
  • October 2020
    Tips on Halloween safety & talking to kids about politics. Plus, meet two amazing physicians new to the CHOC family, our Pediatrician-in-Chief and our medical director of neurosurgery.
  • September 2020
    Watch a hero’s send-off for a COVID-19 survivor. Plus, tips for transitioning back to school | How you can help end the stigma of mental health | CHOC Walk is going virtual
  • August 2020
    Learn why well-checks are more important than ever during COVID-19. Plus, say hello to the new Choco | Tips for students with autism | How cultural stigma can be a barrier to mental health treatment
  • July 2020
    Learn more about telehealth for mental health. Plus, A pediatrician’s summer safety tips | CHOC named a best children’s hospital | How to talk to kids about racism | How a pediatrician is coping with COVID-19
  • June 2020
    Support your child’s physical and mental health with these tips. Plus, CHOC named a best children’s hospital | How to talk to kids about racism | How a pediatrician is coping with COVID-19
  • May 2020
    Learn more about COVID-19 and your kids. Plus, why vaccines and well-checks are more important than ever, and ways you can support CHOC during this time.
  • April 2020
    Learn more about COVID-19 and your kids. Plus, tips on accessing care, dealing with stress, protecting your family, and ways to give back during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • March 2020
    CHOC Children’s is here to answer your common COVID-19 questions. Plus, CHOC experts answer parents’ most common COVID-19 questions, including how to help kids cope with anxiety.
  • February 2020
    Meet 1-year-old Quinn, who’s enjoying life at home thanks to a new program. Plus, get tickets to CHOC Day at Honda Center on March 15.
  • January 2020
    See what’s new at CHOC Children’s including a look inside the newly opened Thompson Autism Center at CHOC Children’s and three recent gifts.

2019

  • December 2019
    Meet Tavik, age 1, who is thriving after surgery at CHOC Children’s | Plus, several ways to support CHOC this holiday season.
  • November 2019
    One family, two NICU stays | How to support CHOC this holiday season. Plus, a doctor’s tips for proper handwashing to help your family avoid getting sick this winter.
  • October 2019
    A surprising heart defect found in utero | Support CHOC this season with Kids Cards. Plus, check out these trick-or-treating safety tips and a Choco Bear pumpkin carving template.
  • September 2019
    Brodie beat brain cancer, then he gave back | CHOC goes orange for World Patient Safety Day. Plus, check out our upcoming fundraising events to find more ways to support CHOC this season.
  • August 2019
    Thank you CHOC Walkers | Back-to-school tips from CHOC experts. Plus, meet Trinity — an inspiring 10-year-old CHOC patient who loves to sing and perform.
  • July 2019
    Meet Mackenzie, a brave 6-year-old living with arthritis. Plus, behind-the-scenes footage of our recent 18th annual CHOC Children’s Oncology Patient Ball.
  • June 2019
    CHOC named among nation’s best children’s hospitals | A doctor’s advice on sleep
  • May 2019
    A day in the life of a mental health nurse | How to cope with depression | Register for CHOC Walk in the Park
  • April 2019
    A day in the life of a child life specialist | HPV vaccine myth busters | Why one uncle supports CHOC
  • March 2019
    Get screen time tips from a CHOC Doc | Meet Olivia and her music therapist | Get career advice from CHOC leaders
  • February 2019
    Celebrate Heart Month | Get a doctor’s pre-playdate questions | Buy tickets for CHOC Night this Sunday
  • January 2019
    Get healthy recipe ideas | 5 tips to treat eczema | CHOC needs blood donors

2018

  • December 2018
    Home for the Holidays | Spread Joy to CHOC Patients | Latest on Cough and Cold Meds
  • November 2018
    6 Ways to Avoid the Flu | 7 Tips for Better Sleep | Credit Union for Kids’ Partners Pledge $5M to CHOC
  • October 2018
    14 Flu Myths | 6 Ways to Skip Trans Fats | Vote Yes on Prop 4
  • September 2018
    Vote for a CHOC nurse on tonight’s America’s Got Talent finale
  • August 2018
    Meet the CHOC Walk Team Honoring Their Son | Cheer on a CHOC Nurse on America’s Got Talent
  • July 2018
    U.S. News Ranks CHOC Among the Best | CHOC Doc Becomes CHOC Mom | Why a Disneyland Resort Cast Member Joined the CHOC Walk
  • June 2018
    Meet Miracle Maddy | Hospital Visit Rates Rise for Suicide Thoughts | Tips for Finding the Right Psychologist | Snakebites First Aid
  • May 2018
    What I Learned Becoming a Nurse | Breast Milk Safety | Asthma Tips
  • April 2018
    Mental Health Inpatient Center | Remembering Dr. Anas | What to Know About a Gluten-Free Diet
  • March 2018
    Footloose Follies | Manage Asthma Year-Round | Meet Dr. Nita Doshi | CHOC Doctors Become Family
  • February 2018
    Catching Marco’s heart defect in utero | Ask a CHOC Doc | Save the date for CHOC Walk 2018
  • January 2018
    Should My Kids Get the Flu Shot? | Signs of Pneumonia | Fever Tips | Second Hand Smoke Dangers

2017

  • December 2017
    Michelle’s journey from devastating diagnosis to thriving 1-year-old | Easy ways to support CHOC Children’s this holiday season
  • November 2017
    Healthy Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas | What CHOC Children’s is Thankful for This Year
  • October 2017
    Halloween Safety Tips | Layla Thrives in CHOC’s Feeding Program | Kids Cards on Sale
  • September 2017
    Sydney’s Cancer Journey | Getting Beyond the One Word Answer | Thank you CHOC Walkers
  • August 2017
    CHOC Walk is August 27 | Katie Reunites Her Heroes | Jordan’s Unexpected Case of Appendicitis
  • July 2017
    CHOC Ranked Among Best Children’s Hospitals | All-Private-Room NICU Opens
  • June 2017
    Eating Disorders & Children | Mindfulness Tips | Healthy Summer
  • May 2017
    Cancer Patient Turned Caregiver | Vaccine FAQ | Surgery at CHOC | Nurse Follows in Mom’s Footsteps
  • April 2017
    A Day in the Life of a Pediatric Surgeon | Hospital Exec Becomes CHOC Volunteer | Cold, Sinus Infection or Allergies | Medicine Cabinet Essentials
  • March 2017
    CHOC Celebrates Child Life Week | Patients Say the Darndest Things | Meet the CHOC Follies Cast | RSV Changed the Way this Mom Parents
  • February 2017
    Electrophysiology Advances | Heart Facts | Ear Tubes | Pediatric Mental Health
  • January 2017
    Child life receives $5 million gift | Become a blood donor | New car seat laws | 2016 in review

2016

  • December 2016
    CHOC Named One of the Safest Hospitals in the Nation
  • November 2016
    CHOC Children’s Gives Thanks
  • October 2016
    CHOC Walk in the Park: Meet Team Timmaree
  • September 2016
    Oncology Patient Returns to CHOC as Oncology Nurse
  • August 2016
    Healthy Eating Tips for School
  • July 2016
    New Vaccination Law: What it Means for Your Family
  • June 2016
    U.S. News Names CHOC One of the Nation’s Best Children’s Hospitals
  • May 2016
    CHOC’s Mental Health Initiative Making Tremendous Progress
  • April 2016
    Music to a Little Girl’s Ears
  • March 2016
    CHOC Expands Pediatric Surgery Team, Expertise
  • February 2016
    Choosing Your Child’s Heart Programs
  • January 2016
    CHOC Children’s Expands Orthopaedic Services

2015

  • December 2015
    New Laser Treats Children with Vascular Anomalies
  • November 2015
    CHOC’s Small Baby Unit Improves Quality and Outcomes in Extremely Low Birth Weight Infants
  • October 2015
    Will Your Newborn Need Surgery? Plan Now
  • September 2015
    Time to Re-Think the “All-Nighter”
  • August 2015
    Marijuana Edible Use Increasing Among Youth
  • July 2015
    iRounding For Real-Time Results
  • June 2015
    Heads-Up on Teens and Pedestrian Safety
  • May 2015
    CHOC Children’s Announces Plans to Address Pediatric Mental Health Crisis
  • April 2015
    Innovative Care for Newborn Jaw Deformities
  • March 2015
    A Palatable Solution For Feeding Disorders
  • February 2015
    CHOC Pharmacy’s Med-to-Bed – One Less Thing Before You Go
  • January 2015
    Measles Outbreak – What You Need to Know

2014

  • December 2014
    World’s First “Infusionarium” Comes to CHOC Children’s
  • November 2014
    CHOC Children’s at Mission Hospital Opens State-of-the-Art Sleep Center
  • October 2014
    Bringing Together the Best Minds in Pediatric Cancer Care
  • September 2014
    It’s All About Comfort in CHOC’s Fully Integrated Operating Rooms
  • August 2014
    Heat Stroke in the Car is Preventable
  • July 2014
    Urinary Tract Infections: Fact or Fiction?
  • June 2014
    Hernias in Children: What Parents Should Know
  • May 2014
    Five Arthritis Myths Busted
  • April 2014
    Teens and Social Media Safety: Tips for Parents
  • March 2014
    Health Workers on Alert for Measles
  • February 2014
    New Process Leads to Safer Breast Milk Handling
  • January 2014
    5 Dangers of Supplements for Children

2013

  • December 2013
    Enjoy a Safe Holiday Season
  • November 2013
    Autism Resources Grow to Meet the Needs of OC Children
  • October 2013
    Small Baby Unit Outcomes: Big Improvements for the Littlest Patients
  • September 2013
    New Webcam System Connects Parents with Babies in the NICU
  • August 2013
    Use of Cigarette-Like Devices Growing Among Teens
  • July 2013
    Have a Safe Summer!
  • June 2013
    Synthetic Drug Popular Among Teens – What Parents Should Know
  • May 2013
    Protect Your Kids’ Kidneys and Bladder This Summer With Lots of H20

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