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Fireworks Safety: Protecting Your Children
The Fourth of July holiday is approaching. While families are planning to celebrate, experts warn parents to pay close attention if their celebrations include fireworks or sparklers.
Sue Rowe, a charge nurse at the Burn Center at Children's of Alabama, offers advice on how to celebrate safely.
For more information: www.childrensal.org/services/burn-center
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Partners in KidsHealth: What to do if your child is choking
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Choking is one of the most common causes of unintentional injury or fatality among children. Dr. Nancy Tofil of Children's of Alabama explains why it is most common for children under the age of 3 and how to save a child's life.
Minute With Children's: Sickle Cell Awareness
Переглядів 4721 годину тому
Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder. Hundreds of patients seek treatment for sickle cell at Children's of Alabama each year. Julianna Babin, a child life specialist at Children's, explains her role in caring for patients with sickle cell disease. For more information: www.childrensal.org/services/cancer-and-blood-disorders
Staying Safe While Traveling
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The first day of summer means families will spend more time traveling. Dr. Alicia Webb, a pediatric emergency physician at Children's of Alabama, discusses ways for families to have a safe road trip.
Roundtable Discussion: Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Autism spectrum disorder is a difference in the way a child's brain develops. Children with autism may have trouble understanding the world around them. Drs. Allison Battaglia and Laura Stoppelbein, licensed psychologists at Children's of Alabama, discuss the ways children can be affected and the resources available to parents. Disclaimer: “We realize that there are differences in opinion and p...
Staying Safe While Outdoors
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For some families, Memorial Day is the unofficial start of the summer. This means families will be spending more time outdoors. While this may be an exciting time, health experts warn it can also be potentially dangerous if the proper precautions are not taken.
Partners In KidsHealth: Stuttering in Children
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Stuttering is when a person has difficulty smoothly producing speech to communicate. Many children will go through a stage between the ages of 2 and 5 when they stutter. Margaret Holladay, a speech-language pathologist, discusses how parents can help their children. For more information, visit www.childrensal.org/services/hearing-and-speech
Minute With Children's: Child Heatstroke Prevention
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On average, 37 children die per year due to vehicular heatstroke. Marie Crew, the director of the Health Education and Safety Center at Children's of Alabama, discusses some ways parents can prevent a hot car death and keep their children safe. For more information, visit www.childrensal.org/hot-car-safety
Severe Weather Readiness
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Severe weather can happen at any time. It is important for families to have a plan in place before the storm arrives. Drew Payne, the trauma and emergency management coordinator at Children's of Alabama, and James Spann, chief meteorologist at ABC 33/40, discuss ways to keep you and your family safe.
Minute With Children's: Behavioral Health Services
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Mental health experts say the need for mental health resources is growing. Cindy Jones, a director in Behavioral Health Services at Children's of Alabama, discusses the assistance families can receive. For more information, www.childrensal.org/services/behavioral-health-ireland-center
Spreading a message of hope during Child Abuse Prevention Month
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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 1 in 7 children have experienced child abuse or neglect in the past year in the United States. Debra Schneider, the executive director of the CHIPS Center at Children's of Alabama, shares the warning signs of abuse and how to get help. For more information, visit childrensal.org/CHIPS.
Partners in KidsHealth: The Benefits of Reading
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Parents play a vital role in their child's reading development. Dr. Amy McCollum, a pediatrician at Midtown Pediatrics at Children's of Alabama, discusses the benefits of reading and how parents can include reading as part of their family's daily routine.
When the Unexpected Happens, poison help is here for you.
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National Poison Prevention Week begins on Sunday, March 17. Experts with the Alabama Poison Information Center want you to be prepared in case of an emergency. Becky DeVore, a nurse educator, discusses the importance of National Poison Prevention Week and what to do when the unexpected happens. For more information: www.childrensal.org/apic
Heart Brothers: The story of Scott and Matthew
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Their friendship started in the Cardiac Care Unit at Children's of Alabama. Listen as Scott and Matthew talk about their life-long bond and teach us all the meaning of friendship. www.childrensal.org/services/pediatric-cardiovascular-services
Minute with Children's: Firearm Safety
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Firearm injuries among children have increased over the last decade. Dr. Erin Swanson, with pediatric rehabilitation, offers some advice on how parents can talk to their children about firearm safety.
Measles: What Parents Should Know
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Measles: What Parents Should Know
Partners in KidsHealth: Healthcare Disparities
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Partners in KidsHealth: Healthcare Disparities
Minute With Children's: Fire Escape Plan
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Minute With Children's: Fire Escape Plan
Milk and Cookies 2023 - patient storytime event
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Milk and Cookies 2023 - patient storytime event
Sugar Plum Shop 2023
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Sugar Plum Shop 2023
A Holiday Tradition at Children's of Alabama
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A Holiday Tradition at Children's of Alabama
Milk and Cookies 2023
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Milk and Cookies 2023
Children's of Alabama - Milk & Cookies Sponsored by Chick-fil-A Birmingham
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Children's of Alabama - Milk & Cookies Sponsored by Chick-fil-A Birmingham
Healthy Holiday Food Swaps for Children
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Healthy Holiday Food Swaps for Children
Critical Care Transport Marks 40 Years of Service-Online Newsroom
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Critical Care Transport Marks 40 Years of Service-Online Newsroom
Minute With Children's: Puffy Coats and Car Seats
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Minute With Children's: Puffy Coats and Car Seats
Respiratory Illnesses: What to know for the 2023-2024 season
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Respiratory Illnesses: What to know for the 2023-2024 season
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
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Staying Healthy During the Holidays
Critical Care Transport Celebrates 40 Years of Service
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Critical Care Transport Celebrates 40 Years of Service
National Injury Prevention Day 2023
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National Injury Prevention Day 2023