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The Stomach Flu: When Should You Go to the ER?

The stomach flu, or the “dreaded stomach bug,” is technically called viral gastroenteritis. But no matter what you call the ...

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Kids & Flossing | Advice From a Pediatric Dentist

How do you floss a two-year-old’s teeth? When is the best time to floss your child’s teeth? Dr. Emily Hahn ...

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Exercise for Injury Prevention

Recently I was giving a talk to a group of elementary-aged girls about injury prevention in sports. My first thoughts ...

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Newborn Winter Wellness: Avoiding All Those Viruses

 Dr. Jamie Kondis (plus a special guest!) discusses why your newborn is particularly vulnerable to infections during the winter ...

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Meet the Future of Injury Prevention

The orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists at St. Louis Children’s Hospital have developed new technology that will allow them to ...

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Neurocritical Care Program: Taking the Fear Out of Going Home

Read more about Madi Allen's struggle with pneumonia and her experience with St. Louis Children's Hospital. Learn more. ...

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5 Reasons to Encourage an Independent Toddler

My daughter is flirting with potty training. Recently, after a long shift and just before her nap time, I found ...

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Botox® Injections Available to Treat Adolescents with Migraine Headaches

The division of pediatric neurology at St. Louis Children’s Hospital now offers Botox injections for adolescent patients whose migraine headaches ...

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Patient With Goodpasture’s Syndrome Thrives After Kidney Transplant

At age 14, Madeline Rauh was an exceptional student and talented competitive swimmer. According to her mom, Julie, her daughter ...