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Patient Stories

After Being Struck by a Rare Disease, Neurorehabilitation Patient is 'Back to Normal'

In March 2016, Leo Martin contracted a virus, but as a child with a history of asthma and allergies, his ...

Patient Stories

3-D Maps Help Find and Fix Electrical Heart Problems Like Correy's

Although cardiac arrhythmias can be treated successfully even in the newborn period, arrhythmias can also arise as a result of ...

Patient Stories

A 15-Hour Heart Transplant, Ryan’s Shot at a Normal Life

On August 15, 1994, Ryan Heller was born in Rockford, Illinois. About 12 hours after birth, Ryan was diagnosed with ...

Patient Stories

1,000 Stars for Jake

18-year-old Jake Vollmer is a Cardinals fan – a big Cardinals fan. His room in his family’s Florissant home is ...

Mom Docs

How Much Sleep Should Your Teen Be Getting?

How much sleep do teenagers need? If your teen is frequently tired, they’re probably not getting enough. This is a ...

Mom Docs

How to Prevent SIDS | Reducing the Risk

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) rates are increasing. SIDS, also known as “cot death” or “blue baby” is a devastating ...

Mom Docs

Cross-Training for Runners | Staying Healthy and Happy

As we enter the fall season of sports, cross country season is kicking into high gear. Middle and high schoolers ...

Mom Docs

Talking to Your Teen About Safe Driving

Having a new driver in the house can be an exciting time for both you and your teen. However, it ...

Mom Docs

Engage in Imaginative Play with Your Kids

Kids are hard-wired to play. Even in this age of screens and scheduled activities galore, kids are still finding time ...