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Physical Activity: A Key Ingredient to Keeping Kids at a

When kids are active, their bodies can do the things they want and need them to do. Why? Because regular exercise provides these benefits: 1. strong muscles and bones 2. weightSee more

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RSV on the Rise: What Parents Need to Know

WEBThe virus infects the lungs and breathing passages. Symptoms. Those who are infected with RSV will typically show symptoms within 4 to 6 days after getting …

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Nurses Week: Debby’s Journey of Growth and Compassion at …

WEBDebby Miller, MSN, RN, CPN, CNL, has been an integral part of Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware for over two decades. She started as a Nursing Assistant …

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Nurses Week: Katie McGill’s Journey to Pediatric Oncology

WEBKatie finds joy in spending time with her family outside of her work. She is dedicated to serving others beyond the hospital walls and has a genuine passion for …

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Nurses Week: Celebrating Julia Haubrich’s Journey in Pediatric …

WEBAfter gaining experience at another children’s hospital in the Delaware Valley and embarking on a journey as a travel nurse, Julia found herself drawn back to the East …

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"Whole Child" Health: Integrative Medicine Helps Heal Kids Inside …

WEBIntegrative medicine is an approach to care that puts your child at the center. It addresses the full range of physical, emotional, mental, social, spiritual and …

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Nurses Week: Ashley Johnson's Impactful Journey as a …

WEBThis Nurses Week, we have the privilege of shining a spotlight on one of our exceptional team members, Ashley Johnson, whose dedication and passion for nursing …

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Osteogenesis Imperfecta Awareness Week: Mackenzie’s Story

WEBIn the world of healthcare, finding a place that feels like home can be a challenge. For Amanda, mother of 4-year-old Mackenzie, that home is Nemours …

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Covid-19: 5 Reasons Not to Let Your Guard Down Now

WEBIn most states, the COVID-19 vaccine is now available to people age 16 and over. But studies are still ongoing in children under the age of 16. They likely will not be …

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Nurses Week: Randi Danley’s Dedication to Pediatric Care in …

WEBThis National Nurses Week, we’re taking a moment to highlight the dedication, compassion, and expertise of nurses like Randi Danley, whose commitment to patient …

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PICU Basics and Preventing Post Intensive Care Syndrome

WEBRates of mental health concerns among adolescents, including depression and suicidal thoughts, have risen substantially in recent years. Studies have also shown …

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What You Could Miss If You Skip Your Child’s Well Visit

WEBWhat You Could Be Missing by Skipping Your Child’s Well Visit. Physical Exam: A regular physical exam can help your doctor pick up hard-to-detect issues like …

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Innovation in Pediatric Care: Meghan’s Story

WEBMeghan’s treatments at Nemours included a sacral neuromodulation procedure by Dr. Hagerty, the only physician in the region who does this procedure. …

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Positively Delicious: Having Healthy Conversations About Food

WEBPositively Delicious: Having Healthy Conversations About Food. 3 min read Published July 17, 2020. Melanie Franklin, PhD, Psychology Fellow, contributed to this …

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Meet the Resident: Haleigh McCahon

WEB2 min read Published January 30, 2024. Meet Haleigh McCahon, a second-year categorical pediatrics resident at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware. Haleigh …

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Nemours Children’s Health Celebrates Five Years of the Healthy …

WEBSince 2018, Nemours Children’s Health has been funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to help states create healthier early care and …

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Let’s Rethink How We Talk to Teens about Their Weight

WEBPerhaps we need to rethink how we talk to our teenagers who have a weight issue. At the Nemours Children’s Health Eating Disorders Evaluation and Management …

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Advocating for Maternal and Child Health – Why It’s Essential

WEBRates of mental health concerns among adolescents, including depression and suicidal thoughts, have risen substantially in recent years. Studies have also shown …

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Depression Screening in Primary Care – Why It’s Essential

WEBPediatric primary care is an important setting for routine mental health screening among adolescents. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) …

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Leading Organizations Advocate for Better Care for Mothers and …

WEBAdvocates and clinicians from Nemours Children’s spoke with congressional leaders from Delaware, Florida, New Jersey and Pennsylvania to underscore the need …

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Compassionate Care: Cruz’s Story

WEBRates of mental health concerns among adolescents, including depression and suicidal thoughts, have risen substantially in recent years. Studies have also shown …

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Panel at Nemours Children’s Hospital Discusses Teen Mental …

WEBMaxine and Vivian joined psychologists from Nemours Children’s Health, Delaware in a recent panel discussion on teen mental health and social media. …

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