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It is estimated that five percent of children suffer from depression at any given time. The good news is that depression in children is highly treatable.
Decoding Swelling
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Swelling in a child can happen for different reasons, but most commonly happens after trauma or medical condition. Another common cause of swelling is a condition called lymphedema. Since I often work
Appendicitis: Signs, Symptoms and Diagnosis
April 18, 2011
Children may not be able to give the specifics of their pain or symptoms. So it's crucial for parents to be aware of their child's symptoms and act quickly if they suspect appendicitis.
What Parents Need to Know About Vaping and COVID-19
September 29, 2021
E-cigarettes are like cigarettes for a new generation. The devices produce an aerosol by heating a liquid that usually contains nicotine, flavoring and other chemicals. Users inhale these synthetics
A Hip Disorder Is No Match for This Teen Marathoner
June 15, 2022
Diagnosed with hip dysplasia at birth, Kimberly underwent surgery and months of physical therapy that allowed her to do something she once thought was unthinkable: run 26.2 miles.
CHLA’s Clubfoot Clinic Takes Shape
August 3, 2020
Orthopedist Melissa Bent, herself born with the disorder, is now a specialist in it and helping to lead the hospital’s treatment of the most common congenital foot deformity.
High-wire Act
April 26, 2018
Katie Hawley was a rising young soccer star when cancer hit at age 9. Now she balances a desire to be a “typical” teenager with the challenges of a life-threatening disease. At 18, Katie Hawley is
The Kid’s Got Heart
October 11, 2018
When it comes to baseball, “heart” is one of those intangibles in a player that scouts covet. Generally, the word refers to a variety of attributes including hustle, mental fortitude, patience and
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