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Why you should consider becoming a blood donor

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Puberty: An ultimate guide for parents

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Preventing sun-related skin reactions in kids

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Trauma and ACEs Overview

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Tips for parents and caregivers to support children through Trauma and ACEs

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How to increase resiliency in children overcoming Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES)

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Tips for kids and teens overcoming trauma and ACEs

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Trauma and ACEs recommended reading

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Mechanical bull riding may cause severe injuries in kids

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Button battery ingestion and kids: What parents should know

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Best practices for preventing respiratory illnesses in children

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Nourishing the family in times of uncertainty

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Backpack safety tips for kids and teens

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How to add art therapy practices to your child’s routine

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Helping a child grieve the death of their sibling

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6 ways to calm kids’ nerves about Halloween

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Treatments and tips to help kids with the flu feel better

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How to cope with the death of a child

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Thanks to cochlear implants, 5-year-old Camila speaks three languages

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THC gummies and other cannabis edibles: What parents should know

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How to strengthen your child’s immune system with whole foods

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Gun safety and kids: What parents should know

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Underwater breath-holding challenges may cause drowning: How to protect your kids

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Healthy and energizing before-school breakfast ideas for kids

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How to help your child who is socially anxious

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Rhinoviruses, enteroviruses and EV-D68: What parents should know

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Bone marrow transplant offers hope and new family: Harper’s story

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SIBO and IB-Stim: Amelie’s road back to enjoying food

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How to spot signs of anxiety in school-aged children

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Coping with a child’s cancer diagnosis: helpful techniques for parents, kids and siblings

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Young adult oncology program at CHOC gives purpose: Vincent’s story

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Ear infections and kids: What parents should know

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Playing with tiny, high-powered magnet toys risky for young children

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Seeking Joy: A mental health journey

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Why is my child always sick? A pediatrician answers your questions

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Back to school: A guide for parents

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Parechovirus in infants: What parents should know

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Step up for breastfeeding: World Breastfeeding Week

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Should teens use creatine?

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Are electric bikes (e-bikes) safe for kids? How to prevent injuries

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How to limit screen time for teenagers

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Swimmer’s ear (otitis externa) and kids: What parents should know

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Why does my teen hate me? Tips and assurance you’re not alone

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Why are kids more likely to get strep throat than adults?

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Does my child have a strain, sprain or break?

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Healthy eating tips for adolescents and teens

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Kids and exercise: What parents should know

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Protecting the mental health of LGBTQIA+ youth

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Bike safety tips for kids and teens

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COVID-19 vaccines for children under 5: What parents need to know

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Fourth of July fireworks safety tips for families

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Beach safety tips for families

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CHOC answers your questions about donating blood

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Lunchbox tips, activity ideas and recipes for school-age kids

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How to protect your kids from dog bites

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Encouraging positive behavior in young children

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Mealtime strategies, activities and recipe ideas for toddlers

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How to manage negative behaviors in young children

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Warren overcomes oral aversion with speech therapy in NICU

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Monkeypox: What parents should know

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The do and don’ts of checking in on a friend in need

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How to help your infant during the baby formula shortage

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What is ‘high-functioning depression’ and ‘high-functioning anxiety’?

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Large chest mass poses big challenges: Freddy’s NICU story

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Overcoming sudden cardiac arrest: Henry’s story

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Your guide to mental health resources from CHOC

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7 stress relief techniques for kids

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How to recognize stroke symptoms in children

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Mealtime tips, activities and recipe ideas for preschool-aged children

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Young adult cancer support makes all the difference: Lauren’s story

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How to prevent your babies from choking on finger foods

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Why are youths resorting to substance and drug use?

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Mapping out success: Lucas’ journey at the Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center

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Bounce house injuries continue to jump: How to protect your kids

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Age-by-age healthy habits for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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How to prevent head injuries in children

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Signs, symptoms and treatments for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

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Nutrition tips for infants

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Are sports supplements safe for children and teens?

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What parents need to know about marijuana  

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Can kids and teens safely lift weights? Should they?

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7 easy ways to help your child take medications

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What to do if your baby is given a medical diagnosis during pregnancy

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The importance of developmental screenings

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New treatment for epilepsy helps Bryce get back on the court

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How to talk to children about war

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Aurora, 18 months, becomes the first graduate of CHOC’s Cardiac GI Nutrition Clinic

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Individualized Education Program (IEP) resources for parents

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Signs of eating disorders in children and teens

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Pet allergies and kids: What parents should know

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What parents should know about fentanyl

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My child fainted: Should I be worried?

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5 heart-healthy habits for families

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I’m a parent and have COVID-19. What should I do?

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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV): How to protect your babies and children

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COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 0 to 5: What parents need to know

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Talking to children about race and racism: An age-by-age guide

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Understanding adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), risks and protective factors

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How to prevent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in young athletes

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Managing child, adult anxiety about omicron

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How to limit added sugars in your child’s diet

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Tips for a happy, healthy new year

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Kids and ADHD: What parents should know

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Omicron COVID-19 variant and children: What parents should know

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Waking up with crossing eyes: Eva’s journey with strabismus

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Misusing prescription stimulants: What parents should know

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Keeping families safe through the winter celebrations

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Your child’s poop: An ultimate guide

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Preventing childhood obesity: What parents should know

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The COVID-19 vaccine and pediatric asthma: What parents should know

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Holiday-time support for kids with eating disorders

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Is my teen OK? Helping parents identify anxiety and depression in their adolescents

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Contact sports and kids: What parents should know

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Influenza vs. COVID-19: A pediatrician explains the similarities and differences

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Eating our fruits and vegetables: It’s a family affair

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Kids and the fear of needles: What parents should know

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The COVID-19 vaccine for kids under 12: What parents should know

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Born prematurely after mom battles COVID-19: Alexander’s story

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Bedwetting in children: What parents should know about nighttime enuresis

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How to prevent burnout: self-care tips for parents and caregivers

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COVID-19 Halloween safety tips 2021: Hear from a pediatrician

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When should I move my toddler into a big bed?

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Social media and friendship: Navigating peer relationships during COVID-19

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Helping children cope with night terrors and nightmares

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Fiber-rich foods of fall

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Preventing overdose with over-the-counter medications: What parents need to know

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Babies and sleep: The ultimate guide

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Causes, symptoms and treatment of ringworm

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Neurofibromatosis type 1 patient benefits from multidisciplinary expertise of care team

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Unwavering joy during a life-threatening fight: Parker’s story

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Strategies to improve kids’ sleep

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Teenage acne prevention and treatment: An ultimate guide

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COVID-19 vaccine offers life-saving hope to high-risk teen

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Homemade or store-bought baby food: Which should parents choose?

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How to heal a baby’s diaper rash

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COVID-19 psychosis and kids: What parents should know

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Window covering cords still can be fatal to young ones

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Back-to-school health tips during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Managing a child’s anxiety about returning to school in the pandemic

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Delta COVID-19 variant and children: What parents need to know

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Making great progress, strides after deep brain stimulation procedure

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Starting solid foods with babies: An ultimate guide

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Preventing child drowning: Tips from a pediatric intensive care unit doctor

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How to support breastfeeding parents: Being a link in a chain

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Undergoing thyroid cancer surgery: Molly’s story

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How to stop bloody noses in kids

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Should my child attend a funeral?

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What activities are safe for children too young for the COVID-19 vaccine?

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Are children safe in RVs?

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Once seriously ill as a preemie, CHOC patient off to medical school

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The COVID-19 vaccine and myocarditis

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Preventing colds in children as COVID-19 restrictions ease

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Common causes of diaper rash

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How much protein does my child need?

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Overcoming an eating disorder

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Does the COVID-19 vaccine cause infertility?

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9 strategies to support LGBTQ+ youth

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The best way to clean a child’s earwax

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Is my baby teething? Signs and symptoms of teething in babies

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Talking to children about death: an age-by-age guide

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How can I help my child stay awake before an EEG?

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4 ways to incorporate sustainability into your family’s nutrition

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The unsung heroes: Checking in on the mental health of essential workers

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Leveraging technology to help critically ill children with rare diseases

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Your neighbors’ mental health: 8 ways to check in

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ADHD in children: What parents should know

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Checking in on your mental health: How are you doing, really?

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Inspiring hope through healing: National Hospital Week 2021

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Teens, kids 12-15 and the COVID-19 vaccine: What parents should know

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5 practical ways to help reduce stigma around mental illness

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13 ways to check in on strong friends’ mental health

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Enhancing CHOC magic through the power of Disney stories

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The importance of checking in on others’ mental health

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Reaching her full potential: Vivian’s journey with autism

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5 insights into the behavior of children with autism

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Batten disease patients make CHOC a destination for kids with rare conditions

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Protecting against dry hands from frequent handwashing during COVID-19

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5 strategies to help children with autism and feeding difficulties

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Helping children cope with mass violence

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Tonsillectomy technique speeds return to normal diet, reduces pain

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Why sports physicals are important, especially after a COVID-19 diagnosis

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Beating COVID-19 and MISC-9: Matthew’s story

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COVID-19 safety sticker doodle art delights CHOC patients

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Celebrate National Nutrition Month: Personalize your plate

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Seamless primary and specialty care: Lea’s story

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Advice from one NICU mom to another

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My experience as a NICU parent during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Families giving back: Spotlight on BraveOnes Foundation

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Face coverings during COVID-19: Answers to common questions

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Two generations of CHOC heart families

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Fueling your body for the virtual CHOC Walk

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A new tool to empower CHOC NICU parents

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The most common questions for a pediatric surgeon

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CHOC neonatologist’s granddaughters graduate from Small Baby Unit

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Infant head shape problems and helmet therapy: What parents should know

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Activity ideas for kids during COVID-19

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Tips for coping with political stress

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Fiber for kids: High fiber recipes for kids

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Ringing in the new year cancer-free

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Window falls and children: Lauren’s story

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Celebrating winter holidays during COVID

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Mental health tips for kids and parents during COVID-19

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At-home activity ideas for families during COVID-19

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CHOC patient fulfills a final wish, shaves favorite CHOC staffer’s head

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How to help a child who feels COVID-19 burnout

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Healthy snack ideas for the whole family

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Device approved for compassionate use saves leg, life of young girl

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Milestone procedure saves preemie with complex heart disease

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How to help kids cope with social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Ergonomics for kids during virtual learning

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For inspiring cancer survivor, it’s 1st and goal

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Hand-washing 101

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Talking politics with your kids: Advice for parents

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How to celebrate Halloween safely to reduce the risk of COVID-19

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A lifelong battle with a rare disease: Caleb’s story

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Wired for hope

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How telehealth physical therapy helped CHOC patient take his first steps

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Augustina’s heroic battle with COVID-19

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What to expect: child’s COVID-19 test at CHOC’s Outdoor Evaluation Center

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A magical emergency department visit

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The link between COVID-19 and suicide: What parents should know

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Back to virtual school: tips to help kids transition after summer break

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7 ways to help kids cope with coronavirus (COVID-19) anxiety

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Students with ASD: How to adjust to a new routine this school year

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The importance of well-checks during COVID-19

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Understanding the role of cultural stigma on seeking mental health services

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How donating plasma after COVID-19 can help others

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CHOC teen advisers encourage peers to wear masks during COVID-19

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9 ways to protect immunocompromised children from COVID-19

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Depression: Say this, not that

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What I’ve learned about life from my 3-year-old daughter

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Traveling during COVID-19: Considerations for families

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Celebrate Father’s Day safely: Prevent the spread of COVID-19

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I’m a pediatrician & parent. Here’s how my family is coping with COVID-19.

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How to talk to kids about racism

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6 tips for coping in uncertain times

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How living through a pandemic can affect children’s mental health

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How are teens coping with changes brought on by COVID-19

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Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) and COVID-19

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How to help kids that are afraid of masks due to COVID-19

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Is it OK to skip your child’s checkup if they’re healthy?

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What parents should know about dental care during COVID-19 from a dentist

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One nurse’s thank you letter to a former patient

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How to help your teen cope with COVID-19 cancellations

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How to help children who miss their friends amid COVID-19

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Recipes to make with kids during quarantine

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Tips for parents of teens struggling with stay-at-home orders

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Tips for minimizing trips to the grocery store during COVID-19

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How cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) can help reduce COVID-19 stress

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From hotline to surgery – How CHOC guided a family through an emergency

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Tips for deciding where to go for care during COVID-19

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Helping kids cope with COVID-19 stress

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How parents can deal with COVID-19 stress

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A dietitian’s tips on flexible meal planning during COVID-19

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Cyberbullying and COVID-19

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Mindfulness and meditation: Tools to reduce stress during COVID-19

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Teaching family values during a time of crisis

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How to teach kids resilience throughout COVID-19

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How to talk to kids about disappointment during COVID-19

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Establishing structure and routine for kids during COVID-19

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20-second songs to sing while you wash your hands

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8 ways to protect children with diabetes from COVID-19

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Searching for hope while living with a rare disease

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Quinn goes home, thanks to CHOC’s cardiac high-risk interstage program

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Teen advisers offer tips on avoiding peer pressure to vape

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How a car accident changed my life

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The benefits of music therapy: Antonio’s story

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Celebrating CHOC’s longest-serving blood and platelet donor

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My son’s journey with congenital pulmonary airway malformation (CPAM)

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6 headache hygiene tips for children

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How painless tonsillectomies are changing CHOC patients’ recoveries

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What do psychiatric medications do?

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Music therapy in a mental health setting

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What it’s like to live with cystic fibrosis

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6 do’s and don’ts of concussion

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Do I need a lactation consultant?

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What You Need to Know About Pectus Excavatum Surgery: Teens Explain

Young woman suffering from back and neck pain

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What You Need to Know About Spinal Fusion Surgery: Teen Mentors Explain

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6 major types of anxiety disorders

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Living with juvenile arthritis: Mackenzie’s story

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Healthy drinks for kids this summer

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My journey with scoliosis: Casey’s story

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Can children outgrow autism?

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Living with polymicrogyria: Angelina’s story

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CHOC Mental Health Inpatient Center: A year of progress

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8 ways for teens, kids to cope with depression

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Fighting through GERD: Bowie and Finley’s story

Marina Birch, CHOC NICU nurse

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What one NICU nurse learned from her patients

Andrea Finn, CHOC RN residency program graduate

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The surprising thing I learned in the RN Residency program

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Measles outbreaks: What parents need to know

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CHOC chief nursing officer reflects on another year of nursing excellence

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Tips for traveling with picky eaters

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What parents need to know about mood hygiene

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Why I support CHOC: One uncle’s story

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How to read a food label

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Does my child need the HPV vaccine?

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How teens can build healthy habits: teen advisers weigh in

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Ask a CHOC Doc: How can I safely gain weight?

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Olivia’s Journey with Music Therapy

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The female athlete triad: What you need to know

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Spring clean your family’s eating habits

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Contending with Coarctation of the Aorta: Ella’s Story

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Ventricular Septal Defect: Veer’s Story

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Heavy periods (Dysmenorrhea): Should you be worried?

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My Child is Almost a Teenager. What Should I Expect?

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CHOC1 Helicopter Marks 200th Flight

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Protein powders and teens: Are they safe? Are they necessary?

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Family-Friendly Healthy Eating on a Budget

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Cochlear Implants as a Journey to Hearing: Gracie’s Story

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7 Tips for Coping with Your Child’s Unexpected Diagnosis

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Eczema Treatment for Kids

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How to Deal With a Toddler Who is a Picky Eater

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New Year’s Resolution Ideas from our Teen Advisers

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Stomach Flu vs. Influenza

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How winter spices can benefit your health

CHOC patient Stella posing with her family on vacation

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Stella’s Journey with Bronchopulmonary Sequestration (BPS)

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Ways to Spread Holiday Joy to CHOC Patients

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Pros and Cons of Teens Being on a Vitamin Regime

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I’m a Pediatrician. Here’s What I Ask My Own Child’s Doctor.

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5 Ways to Reduce Intake of Food Additives

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The latest guidelines on cold and cough medicine for kids

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CHOC PICU Earns Gold Beacon Award Recognizing Exceptional Patient Care

CHOC patient Lily and her sister Makenna

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Big Sister Gives Back to Honor CHOC

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Two Premature Babies, Two NICU Journeys: Rosie’s Story

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Restoring a Happy Childhood: Rylee’s Epilepsy Journey

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Living with Scoliosis: Jennifer’s Story

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7 Tips to Help your Child Sleep Better

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6 Ways to Keep Your Kids Safe from the Flu

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Do I Have Endometriosis?

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Powerful Health Benefits of Pumpkin

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6 Ways to Eliminate Trans Fats in Your Family’s Diet

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Intermittent Fasting: Is it Safe for Kids?

CHOC patient Brianna with team of CHOC nurses celebrating her last chemo treatment

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Finding Someone Who “Gets It”

CHOC patient Brianna getting chemotherapy at CHOC cancer institute

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The Five Stages of Dealing with a Cancer Diagnosis

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Car Seat Safety Reminders Every Parent Should Know

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Vote Yes on Proposition 4- Children’s Hospital Bond

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Finding Humor in Cancer

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CHOC Teen Advisors Weigh in on New York Times Mental Health Article

CHOC oncology patient Emma posing with strings of beads in her hands

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How a Bone Marrow Transplant Can Save Someone’s Life

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Tips for Healthy Grocery Shopping

Brianna celebrating her last chemo treatment at CHOC cancer institute

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What it’s Like to be Treated at a Children’s Hospital as a Young Adult

CHOC patient Brianna Miller outdoors in the snow

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Confidence and Cancer: How Cancer Changed the Way I Think

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Can I Use a Kitchen Spoon to Measure Medicine?

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Support CHOC Nurse on America’s Got Talent

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Surprise Diagnosis of Transposition of the Great Arteries: T.J.’s Story

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I’m a Pharmacist. Here’s What I Want you to Know about Mental Health

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Are Heart Palpitations Dangerous?

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Breastfeeding: A Foundation for Life

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Where Should I Store My Child’s Medications?

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Why You Should Add an Eye Exam to your Back-to-School Checklist

Team Robby Gomez at CHOC Walk in the Park

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CHOC Family Honors their Little Hero Through CHOC Walk

Maureen Garrett, a charge nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at CHOC at Mission Hospital

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An Opportunity to Touch Lives Through Knowledge, Compassion

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A Career of Helping People: Nora’s Story

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Teens and Acne

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CHOC at Mission Nurse Reflects on Years of Service to the Community

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CHOC at Mission Hospital Celebrates 25 Years Serving South Orange County

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Mental Health Staff Give Back Through CHOC Walk

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Meet our Teen Advisory Council

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Answers to Parents’ Most Common Questions on Healthy Eating for Kids

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How to teach sportsmanship to your kids

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How Important Is It To Finish An Entire Course of Antibiotics?

Mickey and Minnie mouse at CHOC walk in the park celebrating with crowd

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Keeping it in the Family: Why a Disneyland Cast Member Joined CHOC Walk

Sarah in a hospital bed for a surgical treatment called endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy, or ETS surgery

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Living with Hyperhidrosis: Sarah’s Story

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Ask a CHOC doc: How can I properly dispose of old prescriptions?

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HIV Symptoms and HIV Prevention

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Warming Up to Wound Care: Nico’s Story

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Gluten-Free Diets: Tips for How to Support Your Child

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How One CHOC Walk Corporate Team Generates More than Good Will

CHOC patient Taylor rollerblading in her neighborhood

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CHOC Physician Gains New Perspective After Daughter’s Injury

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Ideas for Kid-Friendly Beach Food and Kid-Friendly Beach Snacks

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Rising Rates of Children’s Hospital Visits for Suicide Thoughts, Attempts

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Is it OK to Cut Pills, or Crush Them into Foods?

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Teens and STIs: A Check-up on Sexually Transmitted Infections

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Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month: What Parents Should Know

“Miracle Maddy” with her pediatric neurosurgeon, Dr. William Loudon

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Six-year-old Beats the Odds Thanks to Life-Saving Brain Surgery at CHOC

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Breathmobile Celebrates 15 Years Serving Orange County Kids

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Benefits of a Mediterranean Diet for your Family

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CHOC Nurse Follows in His Mom’s Footsteps

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My Journey to Critical Care Nursing: Gabbie’s Story

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What Parents Need to Know about Teens and Emergency Contraception

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Is Your Child’s Headache Cause for Concern?

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CHOC’s Mi4 Internship: A Life-Changing Experience for a Teen Innovator

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Ask a CHOC Doc: Can Kids Get Heartburn?

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Kids and throwing up: Should you worry?

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Effects of Secondhand Smoke on Children

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The Appendix: 5 Common Questions

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7 Health Benefits of Oatmeal

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5 signs your child might have pneumonia

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5 Questions to Ask When Your Child Has a Fever

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7 tips for staying healthy during the holidays

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What Causes Seizures?

CHOC patient Michelle smiling, sitting on her bed, around her first birthday

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Microcephaly and encephalocele: Michelle’s story

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3 Surprising Causes of Stomach Pain in Kids

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A Visitor’s Guide to the Hematology/Oncology Unit

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10 Things a Registered Dietitian Feeds Her Own Kids

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An Unexpected Case of Appendicitis: Jordan’s Story

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The Effects of Too Much Screen Time on Children’s Vision

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Pink Eye: What Parents Should Know

CHOC NICU graduates Emma and Mikayla whose mom April is a CHOC NICU nurse

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My Journey to Becoming a NICU Nurse: April’s Story

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Being a Pharmacist

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Nursemaid’s Elbow in Kids Caused by Common Activities

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What Your Teen Should Know About Ovarian Cysts

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How to Boost Your Child’s Bone Health

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Private Rooms in CHOC’s New NICU Help Parents Stay Close to Their Babies

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A Parent’s Guide to Treating Snakebites

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What Kind of Yogurt Should You Feed Your Kids?

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The Latest Guidelines for Introducing Solids to Babies

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Stomach Flu or Appendicitis? What Parents Should Know

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Stimulants Abuse in Teens

Anesthesiologist before surgery explaining to young boy how he will administer anesthesia

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10 Questions to Ask Your Child’s Anesthesiologist

CHOC doctors putting child under anesthesia preparing to start surgery

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7 Things You Didn’t Know about Pediatric Anesthesia

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Know the Dangers of Food and Drug Interactions

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The Importance of Early Sensory Experiences in Development

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Skin lumps: When parents should worry

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Is It a Cold, Sinus Infection or Allergies?

portait of CHOC patient Andre at three months old in bed

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How RSV changed the way I parent

little girl watching online video on laptop and doing yoga

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Importance of Stretching for the Young Athlete

A little girl pretends to write a prescription for a patient

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How Much Do You Know About the Brain?

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Combating Wintertime Dry Hands in Kids

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How Much Screen Time is Too Much?

mother applies sunscreen to daughters face at the beach

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Preventing skin reactions to the sun in kids

Smiling baby girl lying on a bed sleeping on blue sheets

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A Pediatrician Explains AAP’s New Safe Sleep for Babies Practices

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Summer Safety: What’s in Sunscreen?

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Choosing the Right Over-the-Counter Medicine for your Child’s Allergies