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Judy Bentley and Missouri State Senator Lincoln Hough Receive 2023 Advocacy Awards

Judy Bentley, BSN, MA, and Missouri State Senator Lincoln Hough have dedicated their personal time and professional talents toward improving ...

Patient Stories

Seeking Answers for Rare and Unknown Diseases

Two siblings diagnosed with the same rare disease work with a team of Washington University specialists to move pediatric medicine ...

Mom Docs

Getting Your Family Through the 2024 Flu Season

It’s that time of year – flu season. We are seeing many cases of Influenza at St. Louis Children’s Hospital ...

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Is My Child Old Enough to Take Cold Medicine?

We are deep into cold and flu season, and parents often ask us when they can give their children cough ...

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Common Wrestling Skin Infections in Teen Athletes

It is high school wrestling season. As a sports medicine doctor, we often get the job of doing “skin checks” ...

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Wishes for the New Year

As we reach the end of this year, hear a few wishes for the new year from the St. Louis ...

Mom Docs

Making a Plan for Your Newborn’s Visitors

Having a baby is a very exciting time, not only for you but for your friends and family as well ...

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Sick on Christmas? Tips for You & Your Teen

Most holiday gatherings mean loved ones sitting elbow-to-elbow, eating and drinking together. It doesn’t help that winter holidays fall within ...

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Creating Holiday Memories While Staying Sane

Some of our strongest childhood memories are formed during the holiday season! Although this time of year is known for ...