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An unexpected internship placement propelled psychologist Cynthia E. Muñoz to become an advocate for children with this chronic disease.
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In earlier blogs I wrote about water safety and preventing drowning. I have found that drowning is more prevalent worldwide than deaths by war; in fact it is the second leading cause of unintentional
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The Emotional Effects of Wildfires and Natural Disasters
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Fire season can be terrifying—especially if wildfires come close to your home or force you to flee for safety. It’s important for parents to understand how these experiences and other disasters like
Philanthropy Benefits All CHLA Patients
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Every patient who visits Children’s Hospital Los Angeles benefits from generous philanthropists like the Anderson Stewart Family Foundation. Their contributions support the hospital’s leading-edge
Linking Obesity to Kidney Stones in Children
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New studies show that higher body mass index—as well as low socioeconomic status—raise the risk for pediatric kidney stones.
A Baby Girl Makes a Comeback
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Ann was born perfectly healthy, but about 90 minutes later nurses discovered her unresponsive. She was transferred to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles where she received lifesaving care.
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