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Finding New Hope in St. Louis

When doctors in Chicago offered Lucas Parato’s parents a very invasive treatment for their son’s craniosynostosis, St. Louis Children’s provided ...

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NyQuil chicken? Yes, really!

Yet another dangerous video challenge on social media is targeting our youth and posing a significant danger to our kids ...

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Causes of Nosebleeds and What to Do When They Happen

Nosebleeds can be distressing for parents but are easily managed. Dr. Jamie Kondis, Pediatrician at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, explains ...

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Are Irregular Periods Common in Teens?

Your child getting her period is a milestone moment marking adolescent development. Dr. Sarah Garwood, Adolescent Medicine Specialist at St ...

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What to Do If Your Child Bumped a Tooth

Many children will experience a fall or an accidental hit in the face that may result in a bumped tooth ...

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Helping Your Teenager Settle into College

New beginnings are exciting and fun but come with the stress and fear of challenges and uncertainties surrounding navigating new ...

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What to Do If Your Child Swallowed a Foreign Object

As children explore the world around them, it’s common for them to put things in their mouths. Because of this ...

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Guide to Healthy Grilling for the Labor Day Holiday

Labor Day weekend may signal the end of summer. However, it may not be the last chance to barbeque, but ...

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What You Need to Know About Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a potentially serious condition that happens when a person stops breathing while asleep. Dr. Katherine Rivera-Spoljaric, Pulmonologist ...