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Global Brain Tumor Program at St. Louis Children’s Hospital
In September 2020, Polish 18-year-old Julia was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. Julia reached out to Washington University School ...
Summer Burn Safety Tips
Tiki torches, citronella candles, grills, and fire pits say summer outdoors, but these evening pleasures are also burn hazards for ...
How To Prevent Heat-Related Illnesses
Dr. Jamie Kondis, Pediatrician at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, explains how to prevent heat-related illnesses—a common concern in the ...
Tips to Avoid Heat-Related Illnesses
There’s so much to do during the summer and many opportunities for illness or injury. Typical summertime activities like swimming ...
Can Fireworks Damage Hearing?
Summer is a time to run around, play, and have fun outdoors, but as the 4th of July approaches, it’s ...
Life Skills to Teach Your Teen
Successful Launch in 10…9…8…7… “Can you iron?….. Change a tire?…. Fill a prescription?” I ask these questions in rapid-fire to ...
COVID-19 Vaccine: Safe for Kids and Effective for 6 Months and Up
We’ve taken another important step in the battle against COVID-19! Vaccines are now approved, recommended and available for all ...
Children as Young as 6 Months Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine
St. Louis Children’s Hospital physician discusses the vaccine for the youngest children. Many parents have been eagerly awaiting the opportunity ...
Which are the Best Toothbrushes for Kids?
With new oral hygiene products available in recent years, you might be asking which are the best toothbrushes for ...