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Strabismus, also known as crossed eyes, is one of the most common eye problems in children. It affects about 4 percent of children under age 6. Some kids are born with it, but others develop it in childhood. ...

To help your child deal with a scary event she’s seen in the news, lend her your ears. Children react to upsetting stories and images in many ways. ...

Learn how to choose the best sunscreen to protect your child from sun damage. What to look for: SPF 30 Sunscreen should have a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30. Sunscreen with SPF 15 or less will not protect as well against premature ...

In this article, we explain the difference between frenotomy and a frenectomy and how to know which one may help your child. ...

At less than 4 months of age, Evan Wells was the first patient at St. Louis Children’s Hospital to receive a heart transplant from a donor with a different blood type. It’s called an ABO-incompatible heart transplant. ...

The Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Institute treats babies and children born with craniofacial deformities including cleft palate, cleft lip, craniosynostosis, apert syndrome, mobius syndrome, microtia and crouzon syndrome. For more information on plastic and reconstructive surgery, call us at 314.454.5437. ...

The cardiac anesthesiologists at St. Louis Children’s Hospital provide care for children of all ages. Our cardiac anesthesiologists are an integral part of your child’s care team. These specially trained doctors are true experts in keeping your child comfortable and relieving any anxiety. ...

On Father’s Day, families gather to celebrate dads. But for Monika and Michael, the holiday has taken on a whole new meaning. On Father’s Day 2024, their son woke up to his first full day with a new heart. ...

This program will provide the most updated information on Severe Combined Immunodeficieny (SCID) screenings and treatments. The intended result of this activity is increased knowledge. ...

The Asthma Education Committee is dedicated to bringing the most up-to-date information about asthma to the community by providing resources. ...