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The Pediatric ICU – What to Expect
Going to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is usually a sudden, unexpected, and frankly unwelcome experience, meaning that many ...
Tips to Help Your Teen Quit Vaping
Since the 2010s, e-cigarettes, or vapes, have exploded in popularity among teens, resulting in a surge of nicotine dependence and ...
Why Boredom Can Be Good for Your Child
Children complain about being bored a lot: after school, on weekends, and on those long days of summer vacation. Having ...
Top Choking Hazards Seen in the ER
Choking hazards are a big concern for parents and pediatricians alike. Some of the most common food hazards include raw ...
Are Soccer Headers Safe in Youth Sports?
We are in the middle of an exciting time for soccer players—the opening season of the STL City SC team ...
St. Louis Children's Hospital Announces 2022 Advocacy Award Winners
Muriel Smith and Missouri State Senator Brian Williams are honored for their work to improve children's lives through education, health ...
Are Soccer Headers Safe in Youth Sports?
Should young soccer players be performing headers? We discuss the effects of headers and how to identify injuries. ...
What Pediatric Pulmonologists Do
Have you ever wondered what a pediatric pulmonologist does or if your child should see one? Dr. Katherine Rivera-Spoljaric, Pediatric ...
St. Louis Children’s Is One of 19 Children’s Hospitals Selected for Grant to the Healing Power of Play to Pediatric Patients
The Children’s Hospital Association (CHA) and The Toy Foundation (TTF) have selected St. Louis Children’s Hospital as a recipient of ...
