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Notice to Patients
BJC HealthCare is committed to protecting the confidentiality and security of our patients’ information. Regrettably ...
Returning to Sports in the COVID-19 Era
The pandemic has changed life as we know it. Everything looks different than it did six months ago, and that ...
Let Your Kids Be Bored | Why Boredom Is Underrated
Are your kids bored? That’s great! Because in this video, Dr. Sarah Garwood explains how boredom is actually beneficial to ...
St. Louis Children's Ranks No. 1 Among Missouri Children's Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report has again ranked St. Louis Children’s Hospital-Washington University School of Medicine among America’s Best Children’s ...
Raising Tolerant & Inclusive Kids
Given the tragic and racially-charged current events, many parents are wrestling with their own feelings, their hopes to educate their ...
The Perfect Time for Hard Discussions
It is difficult to talk about any serious current event with young children. Parents will frequently say, “I don’t know ...
Avoiding Ticks & Mosquitos | Tips From a Pediatrician
Many of us have been stuck at home and are ready to explore the outdoors, so it’s time to learn ...
Well Visits & Immunizations | Keep Your Child Safe
Recently, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued guidance to pediatricians and care providers on the importance of continuing to keep ...
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIC-S): What Families Need to Know
It’s not yet known exactly what is causing Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), although it seems to be related ...