Children react, in part, to what they see from adults around them. As a result, parents can play a role in reducing COVID-19-related stress. UH Rainbow experts share how.
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14 Wellness Tips for Kids From Our Doctors
It can be difficult for patients and families affected by a cancer or blood disorder diagnosis to meet others who share a similar experience. That’s where Iris S. & Bert L. Wolstein's HOPE – Healthy Outcomes, Positive Energy – comes in! HOPE encourages survivors of cancer and blood disorders to lead an active and healthy lifestyle. When kids have the chance to play sports together, they are able to bond with others in a similar situation.
These connections and experiences go a long way toward improving a child’s overall wellbeing. Free and open to all kids and teens on or off treatment, no matter where they receive medical care. HOPE participants gain confidence, learn new skills, and make new friends. To learn more visit: https://www.uhhospitals.org/rainbow/services/pediatric-cancer-and-blood-disorders/patient-resources/HOPE
📸: Photos were taken in 2019, before COVID-19. Since March 2020 HOPE has been hosting virtual BINGO, cooking classes, and other fun activities to build camaraderie during this difficult season.
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Integrative medicine, the philosophy of caring for a person as a whole, isn’t only for adults. As Dr. David Miller explains, this holistic approach can also greatly benefit children.
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How Children Can Benefit From Integrative Medicine
Spina Bifida is a birth defect in which the spinal cord fails to develop properly. While long-term implications vary, most children with this condition see multiple pediatric specialists.
Because this can be challenging for parents, UH Rainbow has the Myelo Clinic, offering patients the option to see each provider at the same location on the same day. Learn how.
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Born with Spina Bifida: Trey’s Story
When 8-month-old Easton Swick needed surgery to remove a pelvic obstruction, an overnight stay would have been challenging for his parents, who also have a 3-year-old at home. To help, UH Rainbow's Dr. Jessica Hannick made adjustments to make sure Easton could safely go home same-day.
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Easton's Story: Infant Goes Home Safely Only Hours After Surgery
Our first #NICU read-a-thon was a great success! In 10 days, a team of moms, dads, grandmas, nurses, doctors and therapists recorded 663 reading sessions! A special thanks to Project NICU, Reach Out and Read, The Literacy Cooperative, Cleveland Kids' Book Bank, and University Hospitals volunteers for the generous book donations that made our beloved nurse Ann’s NICU reading program dream a reality.
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It’s unknown if mothers with COVID-19 pass the virus into their milk. But even if they do, the mother’s antibodies also pass into her milk. These antibodies work better than most medicines to protect baby from viruses.
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Breast-Feeding With COVID-19: Is It Safe?
About 28% of 2- to 5-year-olds have cavities in primary teeth, according to The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. Read how parents can help create good dental hygiene habits.
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Top Toothbrushing Tips for Kids
“I found out I was pregnant right before all the restrictions came with COVID-19. It was stressful at first, there was so much unknown. My husband and I discussed a more holistic approach to pregnancy with University Hospitals midwifery group. We joined Centering Pregnancy at UH Ahuja Medical Center and I am so glad we did!
It has been a wonderful support system for my physical and mental health. There are six other couples in our group due around the same time. We share questions, concerns, and motivate each other. In a way, the #coronavirus brought us all together. It’s so helpful to know you aren’t alone.” – Ashley Howard
Ashley and her husband Jeremy welcomed their first child, a boy, over the weekend! This week is National Midwifery Week. To learn more about UH’s midwifery team and Centering Pregnancy program visit:
https://www.uhhospitals.org/services/obgyn-womens-health/patient-resources/pregnancy-resources/centering-pregnancy
📸: Ashley and her newborn son with UH midwives Celina Cunanan and Amy Rogers. #NMW2020
It’s true – children can be allergic to cold weather. The condition, called cold urticarial, is fairly rare and remains somewhat mysterious. Here’s what parents should know.
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Children Really Can Be Allergic To Cold Weather
Cases of acute flaccid myelitis, a condition that’s similar to polio, have been steadily rising since 2014. As Dr. Max Wiznitzer explains, staying up-to-date on vaccines and avoiding mosquitoes can help prevent it.
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What to Know About the Polio-Like AFM Virus
Amblyopia, or “lazy eye,” is a condition in which the eye and brain are not working together properly. It’s the most common cause of visual loss in children but it is treatable.
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Signs That a Child Needs To See a Pediatric Ophthalmologist
Nearly all children have been infected by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by age 2. While it’s usually minor, as Dr. Erin Frank explains, it can lead to serious health concerns in some cases.
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RSV: A Common Virus That Can Spell Trouble For Some Kids
Kids are spending more time in front of screens due to COVID-19 – but how much is too much? Dr. Carolyn Ievers-Landis joins the Healthy@UH Podcast to explain.
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Podcast: Should Parents Limit Screentime?
Some parents worry that rushing to pick up a crying baby reinforces crying, but that’s not the case. In fact, when children know someone is there to calm them, they’ll often learn to calm themselves.
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4 Questions Every New Parent Has
Given COVID-19, is trick-or-treating safe this year? Dr. Amy Edwards explains the risks and her recommendations on how to celebrate Halloween while staying healthy.
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How To Celebrate Halloween During COVID-19
A recent study indicates children ages 10 and younger have double the risk of developing kidney stones as they did 15 years ago. While the reasons for the rise remain unknown, changes in diet may play a role.
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Childhood Kidney Stones May Lead To Long-Term Health Concerns
“When our sweet Stella was born, she suffered a brain injury called hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy that impacts processing and coordination. We spent 10 days in the NICU at UH Rainbow, and will never forget the roller coaster of emotions and expectations for our baby girl. The doctors and nurses kept us informed and made us feel like a respected part of the team. Neonatologists Dr. Monika Bhola and Dr. Babu Achanti were simply amazing. We are forever grateful to the UH Rainbow NICU team for the care they provided Stella and our family.
As Stella grew up, it was a journey of ‘wait and see’. Pediatric neurologist Dr. Nancy Bass was a critical part of the journey, checking in on Stella’s progress regularly. Though we miss frequent visits with Dr. Bass, we are proud to report Stella graduated from her close care. She continues to defeat the odds, and works immensely hard at the challenges that remain.” – Shelby Rauen, Stella’s mom
📸: From the NICU to conquering a climbing wall, 6-year-old Stella is an inspiration for us all!
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Thanks to allergens like ragweed and mold, fall doesn’t spell the end of allergy season. But simple changes, like keeping household humidity between 30 – 50%, can help minimize exposure.
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Still Sneezing? Fall Doesn't Mean the End of Allergy Season
“We adopted our son Noah from China six years ago. He was born with a genetic neuromuscular disorder called Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Noah has SMA Type 2, and is unable to walk. When Noah joined our family treatment options for SMA didn’t exist. We were told to pray for a medical breakthrough, and lessen his inevitable decline through physical and occupational therapy and breathing treatments. We did our best, but Noah was extremely underweight and had frequent pneumonia.
Then on December 23, 2016, SMA families around the world were given an early Christmas gift when the first ever drug therapy for the SMA, spinraza, was approved by the FDA. We started Noah on the medicine shortly thereafter; however, it had to be administered intrathecally and was a painful procedure. We were amazed at Noah’s response to the drug. He gained weight, muscle, and lung function at an astounding rate.
The next game changer came in 2017 when we found a national expert on this orphan disease close to home, Dr. Nancy Bass at UH Rainbow. Through Dr. Bass, we met Dr. Christina Hardesty, who has been a valuable part of Noah’s care team as well. She helped treat his leg contractures due to his muscle atrophy via leg casting, and performed a major spinal fusion and correction on Noah this past spring.
Today, thanks to Dr. Bass’ tireless efforts for her patients, Noah has access to a new life changing medication call Evrysdi. We feel at peace and optimistic when we consider Noah’s future as a result of the outstanding, compassionate, and expert care we have received at UH Rainbow.” - Nathan & Kelsey Lucardie, Noah’s parents
📸: From left to right: Noah and his siblings the week he was adopted; Noah holding his new medication for SMA.
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Happy Halloween, from our SUPERHEROES to yours!
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The number of children with high blood pressure is increasing, potentially due to poor diets and decreased physical activity. Dr. Emily Joyce shares how parents can help reverse the trend.
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High Blood Pressure: Kids Can Have It Too
One of the healthier Halloween sweets: dark chocolate. Research has determined dark chocolate is a rich source of antioxidants that has been linked to a reduced risk for heart disease and some cancers.
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How To Avoid Sugar Overload This Halloween
This Sunday, Nov. 1, the clocks roll back as daylight saving time ends. While this can disrupt routines, especially for younger children, there are ways to help plan for and cushion any impact.
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Fall Back: Best Tips To Reset Family Sleep Routines
We can’t get over how grown up our buddy Lorenzo looks!
When he was still in utero, Congenital Heart Collaborative doctors performed a rare procedure called Fetal Aortic Valvuloplasty to correct his hypoplastic left heart syndrome. The procedure was a success, and baby Lorenzo was discharged with his mom, Heather, just five days after he was born!
Today, Lorenzo is a healthy two-year-old. His family started the non-profit Fetal Heart Foundation to raise funds for others impacted by congenital heart disease. The most recent donation included nearly 1,200 items and $505 in gift cards for patient families at UH Rainbow.
To learn more about Lorenzo’s story, and the Congenital Heart Collaborative at UH Rainbow visit: https://bit.ly/LorenzosStory
📸: Newborn Lorenzo with parents Heather and Anthony; Lorenzo with his big brothers and his pediatric cardiologist Dr. James Strainic after the donation drop off at UH Rainbow.
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Contrary to popular belief, car seats and carriers are not meant to be used as sleeping environments. In fact, a recent study suggests allowing infants to sleep in these devices could put their lives at risk.
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Car Seats and Carriers Are No Substitute For a Crib
Parents can prevent or even eliminate child food allergies: fact or fiction? Dr. Eli Silver joins the Healthy@UH Podcast to explain the science.
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How to Eliminate a Food Allergy
While COVID-19 understandably dominates headlines, the opioid epidemic remains a major and ongoing health crisis. Among the victims – expectant mothers. Learn more, including how to access resources that can help.
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For Expecting Moms With Opioid Addiction Health Starts With Compassion
How important are recommended shots, like the measles vaccine? Before the introduction of the measles vaccine in 1963, major epidemics occurred approximately every 2–3 years, causing an estimated 2.6 million deaths each year.
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5 Things to Know About Measles
Studies have found that 81% of mobile phones play host to infection-causing microbes. Dr. Amy Edwards shares how to keep germs on devices and other high-touch spots to a minimum.
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8 Areas of Home That Are Important To Keep Clean
According to the Ohio Department of Health, 23,000 Ohio children have been infected with COVID-19, with most cases appearing in children 14 – 17 years of age. Here’s what parents should know.
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Coronavirus in Children
The holidays can be difficult for children in the hospital, especially during these unprecedented times. To make it feel a bit more like home, Mattel and Fisher-Price are donating toys to Speak Now for Kids #SpreadJoyWithToys campaign.
Help give our patients the gift of play. It is easy to participate, simply visit https://bit.ly/SpreadJoy20 and submit a nomination for UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital.
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A key to establishing body positivity – take the conversation away from weight, instead focusing on health, physical fitness and good nutrition. Dr. Carolyn Ievers-Landis explains more.
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How Parents Can Help With Healthy Body Image
“My husband and I had just returned from a hiking and fishing trip in Montana. I was painting the nursery when my water broke. I was only 21 weeks.”
Early in 2020, amidst growing concerns of the coronavirus, Meghann and Nick decided to delay getting pregnant. As fate would have it – days after deciding to wait – they found out they were already expecting, due December 6, 2020.
Meghann’s first pregnancy was uneventful at first. “I wasn’t high risk. I hiked 30 miles over 4 days in Yellowstone National Park. I felt great!” Meghann said she often thinks about what could have happened had her water broke while they were in Montana and not minutes from UH MacDonald Women’s Hospital.
“I stayed at UH MacDonald and made good use of the craft closet to pass the time,” says Meghann. “We hoped baby would stay inside me longer, but in the early hours of August 26, at just 25 weeks gestation, Rosina ‘Rosie’ Rachael Utrata was born. She weighed one pound nine ounces and was 11 inches long.” The Utrata’s chose Rosie’s middle name in honor of Meghann’s sister Rachael who was born at 23 weeks in 1980 but did not survive.
Rosie was intubated and taken to UH Rainbow’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, down the hall from labor and delivery. She made slow but steady progress, and was fully extubated at 10 days old. “The hardest part was not being able to hold her. It took four days, and five NICU team members to get her safely situated in my arms.”
This wasn’t Meghann’s first experience with UH Rainbow. She received a spinal fusion at the hospital when she was 14, and remembers the compassionate and safe environment. “I can’t really describe how grateful I am to the doctors, nurses and staff at University Hospitals,” says Meghann. “The care my daughter and I received, and that Rosie continues to receive, is simply amazing.”
Rosie’s grandparents met her on FaceTime. Instead of chatting over coffee in the family lounge, Meghann connects with other preemie parents virtually through the non-profit Project NICU. “We have so many questions. When will we stop being scared for Rosie? It’s so helpful to talk with other families about their journey and our shared experiences.”
It took Rosie awhile to gain weight. An important milestone for Meghann was for Rosie to reach the weight she was when her parents brought her home from the hospital as a preemie: 4 pounds, 8 ounces. Today, Rosie is 5 pounds 8 ounces!
“We envisioned embarking on parenthood much differently, but have deep appreciation for how Rosie’s premature arrival helped us cherish every little thing,” says Meghann. “Each milestone Rosie reaches – leaving the isolate, taking a bottle, wearing her first outfit – feels like an accomplishment worth celebrating.”
November is Prematurity Awareness Month. To learn more about maternal and newborn care at University Hospitals visit uhrainbow.org/NICU.
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📸:The Utrata's first family photo; Rosie's first outfit; and Rosie's first Halloween costume.
UH Rainbow is a pioneer in the treatment of diabetes, and the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology has been instrumental in conducting groundbreaking research to improve care and outcomes for kids.
Most recently, pediatric endocrinologists Drs. Sarah MacLeish and Jamie Wood led the UH Rainbow site for a pivotal clinical trial testing the safety and efficacy of Insulet’s Omnipod Horizon, an automated insulin delivery (AID) system that uses continuous glucose monitor (CGM) readings to automatically adjust background insulin delivery in patients with Type 1 diabetes.
The results from this study will soon be submitted to the FDA to support approval of Omnipod Horizon, which will be the first AID system using a Dexcom G6 CGM with the tubeless Omnipod insulin pump that can be controlled by an application on a smartphone.
UH Rainbow is also a participating site for a new study testing the same device for preschool age children, ages 2-5 years, with Type 1. For more diabetes research news at UH Rainbow visit: bit.ly/UHEndoResearch
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Over that past year, home trampolines have increased in popularity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But with them comes a risk of serious injury.
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Home Trampoline Safety: What Parents Should Know
Tony gained confidence (and an extra three inches in height!) after undergoing an intense, 12-hour surgery to correct his forward and sideways spinal curvatures.
A triplet and lifelong patient of UH Rainbow, Tony was the only of his siblings diagnosed with congenital kyphosis and scoliosis as a baby. His condition wasn’t painful and didn’t hold him back from anything. But the more he grew, the more noticeable his hump became.
Tony first met UH Rainbow’s new Chief of Pediatric Orthopedics Dr. Michael Glotzbecker last fall. “He talked to me and my parents for at least two hours,” said Tony. “He was so down to earth and confident in his ability to help me. I always knew that if I waited until adulthood, the recovery would likely be longer and more difficult. Ultimately my decision came down to a bigger risk with a bigger reward.”
After hours of research, and with unwavering support from his parents and brother and sister, Tony made the brave decision to undergo a vertebral column resection or VCR. He would be the first teen in Northeast Ohio to undergo such a procedure.
Dr. Glotzbecker partnered with Dr. Christopher Furey, Chief of the Spine Center at UH Cleveland Medical Center, to rebuild Tony’s spine. The surgery involved two foot-long titanium rods, 16 screws and an expandable mesh cage to remove the curvature from the base of Tony’s spinal cord and the hump from his upper back. The goal of the VCR is for pieces of bone to grow within and around the cage, eventually encasing it in new bone and bridging the gap in the spine where it once curved.
The surgery was a great success, and Tony was discharged from Rainbow a week later. Just two months after that, he was playing trumpet in the Medina High School marching band!
To learn more about orthopedic care at UH Rainbow, visit:
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📸: Top, left to right: Pre-op Tony, sister Mia and brother Gio. Bottom, left to right: Post-op Gio, Mia and Tony, three inches taller!
Masking plays a major role in reducing COVID-19 spread, but seeing adults in masks and getting used to wearing one can be unsettling for children. Use these tips to help youngsters feel comfortable and involved.
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How to Help A Child Get Used to Wearing a Mask
An item to leave off of shopping lists this year: inclined sleepers. Dr. Erin Frank explains why they're popular and what makes them so dangerous.
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Why Inclined Sleepers Can Be Dangerous For Baby
Avoid the feeling of isolation by staying connected virtually and bringing joy to your circle this holiday season.
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How To Keep Celebrating Birthdays and Holidays with Physical Distancing
The annual Holiday Donation Drop-off event is Saturday, Dec. 12 from 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. at UH Rainbow. From preemie clothes to books to nail polish, the smallest donation can make a big difference for our patients this holiday season. For ideas of the most needed items, check out the full "wish list" thoughtfully assembled by our child life team: https://bit.ly/RBCwishlist
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, donations must be brand new and unwrapped to be accepted. Online registration is required to accommodate physical distancing at the event. Please select a time slot as soon as possible: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA5AF28A2FAC16-donation.
A team of Rainbow staff will be outside in the turnaround at the front entrance of Rainbow (2101 Adelbert Road) to help unload vehicles. Masks are required.
Questions? Call 216-286-4483 or email ChildLife.Donations@UHhospitals.org.
From our family to yours -- THANK YOU for supporting our patients this holiday season!
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From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU! #RainbowRadiothon
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December 4 at 7:19 PM ·
One last post, a photo of the #RainbowRadiothon Team celebrating all of you who contributed to the AMAZING total donation of $201,457! Thank you to each and every one of you called, posted, donated online, and tuned in. You have made a huge difference in the lives of patients and families at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital!
Thank you to our sponsors: Petitti Garden Centers, PSE Credit Union, Giant Eagle, Wild Republic, First Crack Coffee, RollHouse Entertainment, and Dunkin'!
“What Rainbow gave us is irreplaceable and we’re so happy to be able to give a little something back.” – Katie Piazza, Colette’s mom
Colette had normal 1 and 2 month check-ups, then at 10 weeks everything changed seemingly overnight. She had become inconsolable and had lost all control of her head. Parents Katie and Tim took her to the UH Parma emergency department who sent them to Rainbow. After an MRI it was discovered the Colette had a tumor roughly the size of 1/3 of her brain.
Colette spent the majority of her first eight months at Rainbow, including every “first” holiday, in the PICU and cancer units. After six months of chemo, surgeries, and stem cell transplants, she finally went home to wait and see.
At nine months, Colette had her third craniotomy followed by outpatient radiation. The tumor unfortunately returned in May 2019 and she passed away on May 31, 2019 at just 21 months.
The Piazza’s were given the option to receive treatment at another children’s hospital outside of Cleveland and decided to stay at Rainbow, citing the community of support they had here. Mom Katie said they never regretted that decision, because their whole family got to know Colette during her short time on earth.
The Piazza family is now giving back to UH Rainbow through fundraising and sharing their experience during the annual #RainbowRadiothon. Tune in to Star 102 Cleveland today to hear the Piazza’s story and many more.
Visit RainbowRadiothon.org to support our inspirational patients and dedicated caregivers this holiday season.
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Born at 23 weeks and 1.5 pounds to parents suffering from addiction, Henry faced many challenges and uncertainties in his early days in UH Rainbow’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. At two months he was abandoned, having only his Rainbow team to provide the care he so desperately needed. For the next two months they provided so much more than medical care, truly showing Henry the love and support he deserved.
The Rainbow team began advocating on Henry’s behalf and were able to pair him with Tara and Sebastian Amoroso, who became his full time caregivers. The Amorosos spent two more months with Henry in the NICU and when he was finally ready to be released from the hospital, they took him home as his legal guardians. A year and a half later, one week before Henry’s second birthday, he officially became an Amoroso.
Today Henry is an active three-year-old who loves being outdoors, especially at his grandparent’s farm, and playing soccer with his dad, Sebastian.
Tune in to Star 102 Cleveland tomorrow, December 4, for the 18th Annual #RainbowRadiothon to hear Henry’s story and many more. Visit RainbowRadiothon.org to support our inspirational patients and dedicated caregivers this holiday season.
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It’s normal for children to feel self-conscious about annoying and embarrassing skin conditions. Dr. Sonal Shah shares how parents can help with treatment and prepare kids for questions they may face from peers.
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3 Common Childhood Skin Conditions No One Talks About
Secondhand smoke is dangerous – but what about secondhand vaping? As Dr. Andrew Garner explains, the nicotine from e-cigarette aerosol can harm nervous, respiratory, immune and cardiovascular systems.
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Secondhand Smoke and Secondhand Vaping: Both Bad for Kids
As teens navigate the limitations imposed by COVID-19, parents can help by allowing as much independence as safely possible. For example, avoiding battles over how a teen spends their time at home.
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Coronavirus: Advice for Parents of Teens
What should new moms expect after birth? And why is the postpartum (after childbirth) checkup essential for mom’s health and well-being? Ilana Kresch, certified nurse midwife, explains.
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Why New Moms Shouldn't Skip the Postpartum Checkup
As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, it’s up to all of us to minimize spread and rethink about how we’ll celebrate this holiday season. Dr. Claudia Hoyen shares her recommendations.
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Rethink Holiday Celebration Plans This Year
While physical-distancing measures are necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19, they can limit children’s ability to get enough physical activity. Additionally, a recent study warns that these short-term changes can become a permanent habit. Here’s how parents can help kids stay active.
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6 Ways To Keep Children Active During Virtual Learning
Spreading holiday cheer after an epic game, Cleveland Browns players Sheldrick Redwine and Tae Davis virtually visited with patients at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital! The players spent time with multiple pediatric patients and each patient received Browns gear to stay warm this winter while cheering on their team! We're proud to be the official health care partner of the Browns and thank the team for bringing such joy to our patients during these challenging times.
What should new moms expect after birth? And why is the postpartum (after childbirth) checkup essential for mom’s health and well-being? Ilana Kresch, certified nurse midwife, explains.
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Why New Moms Shouldn't Skip the Postpartum Checkup
Children catch as many as six to eight colds a year, which can make cold medicine seem like an easy choice. But as Dr. Neha Sheth explains, there’s no evidence that they actually help children younger than age six.
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Skip Cold Medicine for Kids: Here's Why
Is it possible to eliminate a food allergy? As Dr. Eli Silver explains, physicians have figured out a way to harness the body’s immune response to eliminate allergic reactions to food.
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How To Eliminate a Food Allergy
It’s true – children can be allergic to cold weather. What causes it and why it typically disappears after about five years remains a mystery. Here are the typical symptoms and what parents should know.
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Children Really Can Be Allergic To Cold Weather
Some holiday traditions – such as travel, worship services and group meals – pose increased risk of COVID-19 spread. Instead of abandoning them altogether, Dr. Amy Edwards offers these tips on how to modify them so that the season can still be celebrated, safely.
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Smart Swaps For Keeping Holiday Traditions This Year
While physical-distancing measures are necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19, they can limit children’s ability to get enough physical activity. Additionally, a recent study warns that these short-term changes can become a permanent habit. Here’s how parents can help kids stay active.
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6 Ways To Keep Children Active During Virtual Learning
Spreading holiday cheer after an epic game, Cleveland Browns players Sheldrick Redwine and Tae Davis virtually visited with patients at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital! The players spent time with multiple pediatric patients and each patient received Browns gear to stay warm this winter while cheering on their team! We're proud to be the official health care partner of the Browns and thank the team for bringing such joy to our patients during these challenging times.
A gift parents should consider returning – baby walkers. One study found that during 1990 – 2014, an estimated 230,676 children younger than age 15 months were treated in U.S. emergency departments for walker-related injuries. Here’s why.
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Why Baby Walkers Can Put Children in Danger
According to a recent study, half of children and adolescents being treated for severe asthma will improve over a three-year period. This finding supports the idea that some patients can “outgrow” their severe asthma while on proper treatment.
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Half of Kids With Severe Asthma May Grow Out of It
Ear pain is a common problem and can have a number of causes – some of which have nothing to do with the ear. Dr. Meredith Hale explains how to tell the difference between an ear ache and ear infection – and when it’s time to see a doctor.
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Ear Ache vs Ear Infection: What's the Difference?
Disposable diapers make up more than 1.5 percent of all the trash in this U.S., with 3.4 million tons of them end up in our landfills each year. But are cloth diapers actually better for baby? Dr. Joseph Borus explains.
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Cloth Diapers vs. Disposable Diapers: What's Best?
With kids spending more time at home, especially during the holidays, parents may view increased screen time as a negative. But the data – and clinical recommendations – suggest otherwise.
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Study Finds Little Evidence Linking Screen Time and Teens' Well-Being
Children catch as many as six to eight colds a year, which can make cold medicine seem like an easy choice. But as Dr. Neha Sheth explains, there’s no evidence that they actually help children younger than age six.
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Skip Cold Medicine for Kids: Here's Why
Nine-year-old Chloe Griffin has had gastrointestinal (GI) issues for most of her life. But when she started having chronic constipation, her GI doctor recommended biofeedback treatment, which uses external sensors to diagnose and help treat issues like constipation. Learn how.
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Using Biofeedback for Relief from Chronic Constipation in Children
Is it safe for infants to sleep in car seats? According to a recent study, allowing young children to sleep in car seats, carriers and other sitting or carrying devices can put their lives at risk. Here’s why.
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Car Seats and Carriers Are No Substitute For a Crib
In honor of a $7.5 million gift from Steve and Loree Potash, University Hospitals will establish the Steve and Loree Potash Women & Newborn Center at UH Ahuja Medical Center.
Part of the UH Ahuja Phase 2 expansion, the new center will bring the trusted and collaborative care of UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s and UH MacDonald Women’s hospitals to the eastside, introducing maternal-fetal care and a full spectrum of labor and delivery services to the UH Ahuja campus.
The gift will also launch an innovative literacy program, ensuring newborns and their families go home with their first collection of baby-friendly board books, literature on healthy parenting tips and information about extra resources available through the local public library system.
Learn more: http://bit.ly/PotashUHAhujaGiftRBC
Many adults have incorporated integrative medicine into their lives, such as acupuncture or chiropractic care. But children can also benefit from this approach of treating a person as a whole, rather than focusing on a condition in isolation. Dr. David W. Miller explains.
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How Children Can Benefit From Integrative Medicine
A gift parents should consider returning – baby walkers. One study found that during 1990 – 2014, an estimated 230,676 children younger than age 15 months were treated in U.S. emergency departments for walker-related injuries. Here’s why.
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Why Baby Walkers Can Put Children in Danger
According to a recent study, half of children and adolescents being treated for severe asthma will improve over a three-year period. This finding supports the idea that some patients can “outgrow” their severe asthma while on proper treatment.
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Half of Kids With Severe Asthma May Grow Out of It
A diet that lacks liquids and fiber can cause childhood constipation – but it can also occur if children wait too long to go to the bathroom. Dr. Ali Khalili explains how parents can help.
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Easy Ways To End Constipation in Children
If a child tests negative for COVID-19, can they go back to school? Or in the case of a positive test, how can children be safely treated at home? Here’s what parents should know.
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COVID-19 Positive Test and Negative Test
With winter sports and activities underway, so are common sprains, strains and shin splints. How are they different and what treatments are necessary? Use these examples to help decide.
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A Guide to Sprains, Strains and Shin Splints in Kids
Nine-year-old Chloe Griffin has had gastrointestinal (GI) issues for most of her life. But when she started having chronic constipation, her GI doctor recommended biofeedback treatment, which uses external sensors to diagnose and help treat issues like constipation. Learn how.
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Using Biofeedback for Relief from Chronic Constipation in Children
Is it safe for infants to sleep in car seats? According to a recent study, allowing young children to sleep in car seats, carriers and other sitting or carrying devices can put their lives at risk. Here’s why.
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Car Seats and Carriers Are No Substitute For a Crib
In honor of a $7.5 million gift from Steve and Loree Potash, University Hospitals will establish the Steve and Loree Potash Women & Newborn Center at UH Ahuja Medical Center.
Part of the UH Ahuja Phase 2 expansion, the new center will bring the trusted and collaborative care of UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s and UH MacDonald Women’s hospitals to the eastside, introducing maternal-fetal care and a full spectrum of labor and delivery services to the UH Ahuja campus.
The gift will also launch an innovative literacy program, ensuring newborns and their families go home with their first collection of baby-friendly board books, literature on healthy parenting tips and information about extra resources available through the local public library system.
Learn more: http://bit.ly/PotashUHAhujaGiftRBC
An estimated 1% of the population have celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder that causes the body to react abnormally to gluten, a protein found in rye, barley, and wheat. Dr. Maricruz Crespo shares the symptoms that parents should keep in mind.
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Celiac Disease in Kids: Signs and Symptoms
The flu shot is recommended for children 6 months and older. But how critical is it, can the vaccine cause the flu and are there needleless options? Dr. Amy Edwards explains.
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6 Facts To Know About the Flu
A diet that lacks liquids and fiber can cause childhood constipation – but it can also occur if children wait too long to go to the bathroom. Dr. Ali Khalili explains how parents can help.
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Easy Ways To End Constipation in Children
If a child tests negative for COVID-19, can they go back to school? Or in the case of a positive test, how can children be safely treated at home? Here’s what parents should know.
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COVID-19 Positive Test and Negative Test
With winter sports and activities underway, so are common sprains, strains and shin splints. How are they different and what treatments are necessary? Use these examples to help decide.
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A Guide to Sprains, Strains and Shin Splints in Kids
Nine-year-old Chloe Griffin has had gastrointestinal (GI) issues for most of her life. But when she started having chronic constipation, her GI doctor recommended biofeedback treatment, which uses external sensors to diagnose and help treat issues like constipation. Learn how.
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Using Biofeedback for Relief from Chronic Constipation in Children
Type 1 diabetes is a disorder in which the body’s immune system damages cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. While precise causes are unknown, it is not caused by poor diet or an unhealthy lifestyle. For Type 1 diabetics like Josh Schwartz, checking and tracking blood sugar many times each day is a major disruption. Thanks to a new device, that is now significantly easier.
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How Continuous Glucose Monitors Help Kids with Type I Diabetes
Approximately 35 to 45 million youth (6 to 18 years of age) participate in some form of athletics. Is it safe to continue or resume youth sports during COVID-19? UH Rainbow physicians explain what parents should know.
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Return to Sports - Interim Guidance AAP
From medication misuse to allergic reactions, side effects and dosing errors, problems related to medication use cause about 1.3 million emergency room visits and 350,000 hospitalizations in the U.S. annually. Here’s how parents can help children stay safe.
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Avoiding Medicine Mishaps With Children
One of the easiest ways to increase safety when skiing or snowboarding – wear a helmet. It can prevent or reduce the severity of a head injury by 44% for adults and 53% for children younger than 15.
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Think Safety While Having Fun in the Snow
An estimated 1% of the population have celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder that causes the body to react abnormally to gluten, a protein found in rye, barley, and wheat. Dr. Maricruz Crespo shares the symptoms that parents should keep in mind.
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Celiac Disease in Kids: Signs and Symptoms
The flu shot is recommended for children 6 months and older. But how critical is it, can the vaccine cause the flu and are there needleless options? Dr. Amy Edwards explains.
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6 Facts To Know About the Flu
An overnight stay at the hospital can be stressful, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. When 8-month-old Easton Swick needed surgery, UH Rainbow’s Dr. Jessica Hannick made adjustments to ensure that he went home safely the same day.
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Easton's Story: Compassionate Care During COVID-19
Cooper's energy levels were similar to his brother's — but unlike his sibling, he never tired, leading to issues with hyperactivity. After years of searching for a solution, his parents met with UH Connor Integrative Health Network's Dr. David Miller. His recommended diet-based treatment had profound results.
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Cooper's Story
When a child is diagnosed with a peanut allergy, parents may think they are destined to constantly scan labels and make sure an Epi-pen is within reach. The good news: there's a treatment that may help minimize the allergy.
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A Drug-Free Therapy for Children with Peanut Allergies
Type 1 diabetes is a disorder in which the body’s immune system damages cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. While precise causes are unknown, it is not caused by poor diet or an unhealthy lifestyle. For Type 1 diabetics like Josh Schwartz, checking and tracking blood sugar many times each day is a major disruption. Thanks to a new device, that is now significantly easier.
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How Continuous Glucose Monitors Help Kids with Type I Diabetes
Approximately 35 to 45 million youth (6 to 18 years of age) participate in some form of athletics. Is it safe to continue or resume youth sports during COVID-19? UH Rainbow physicians explain what parents should know.
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Return to Sports - Interim Guidance AAP
From medication misuse to allergic reactions, side effects and dosing errors, problems related to medication use cause about 1.3 million emergency room visits and 350,000 hospitalizations in the U.S. annually. Here’s how parents can help children stay safe.
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Avoiding Medicine Mishaps With Children
How much sleep a child needs – including during unpredictable COVID-19 schedules – should be based on parents’ observations rather than national guidelines. Dr. Carolyn Ievers-Landis shares why.
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Sleep Tips for Children and Teens During COVID-19
Do sports drinks really help young athletes – or are there better ways to improve athletic performance and recovery? Listen in as we speak with UH pediatric sports medicine specialist, Dr. Laura Goldberg, and explore the science.
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Do Sports Drinks Improve Athletic Performance for Kids?
When PJ Ross was 3 months old, UH Rainbow specialists discovered he had unilateral craniosynostosis – a birth defect in which bones on one side of the skull grow together too early, severely limiting room for brain growth. After multiple surgeries and coordinated team care, PJ is now a healthy, active 8-year old. Read his incredible story.
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PJ's Story: Overcoming a Potentially Life-Altering Diagnosis
An overnight stay at the hospital can be stressful, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. When 8-month-old Easton Swick needed surgery, UH Rainbow’s Dr. Jessica Hannick made adjustments to ensure that he went home safely the same day.
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Easton's Story: Compassionate Care During COVID-19
Cooper's energy levels were similar to his brother's — but unlike his sibling, he never tired, leading to issues with hyperactivity. After years of searching for a solution, his parents met with UH Connor Integrative Health Network's Dr. David Miller. His recommended diet-based treatment had profound results.
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Cooper's Story
When a child is diagnosed with a peanut allergy, parents may think they are destined to constantly scan labels and make sure an Epi-pen is within reach. The good news: there's a treatment that may help minimize the allergy.
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A Drug-Free Therapy for Children with Peanut Allergies
The ongoing daily routine changes caused by COVID-19 are challenging for anyone. For children with neurodevelopmental disorders, like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, it can be especially trying. Dr. Kimberly Burkhart shares tips on how to care for children experiencing such anxiety.
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Caring for Special Needs Children During COVID-19
Does a family history of heart disease mean that a child will develop heart issues? And if so, what can parents do now to start minimizing risk? Pediatric cardiologist Dr. Diana Drogalis-Kim explains.
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Does Family History of Heart Disease Put Children at Risk?
Does picking-up a crying baby reinforce crying? As Dr. Megan Delp explains, the opposite is actually true. When children know someone is there to calm them, they’ll often learn to calm themselves. Read her answers to other common parenting questions.
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4 Questions Every New Parent Has
Nearly all children have been infected by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) by age 2. While it’s usually minor, as Dr. Erin Frank explains, it can lead to serious health concerns in some cases.
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RSV: A Common Virus That Can Spell Trouble For Some Kids
If a child is exposed to another student with COVID-19, do they need to stay home from school? And should they be tested for COVID-19? UH Rainbow experts explain.
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School and COVID-19 Exposure
How much sleep a child needs – including during unpredictable COVID-19 schedules – should be based on parents’ observations rather than national guidelines. Dr. Carolyn Ievers-Landis shares why.
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Sleep Tips for Children and Teens During COVID-19
Children are at greater risk for frostbite than adults due to their skin losing heat faster. How bundled up should kids be when it gets below freezing – and how cold is too cold to be outside? Check out these recommendations.
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Teenagers can switch between overconfidence and low self-esteem – and that’s completely normal. But certain behaviors can signal more serious issues. Pediatrician Dr. Rina Lazebnik explains.
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Teen Behavior: What's Worrisome, What's Not
Zett is a bright and cheerful little boy who survived sudden cardiac arrest at three weeks of age. On Valentine’s Day, we are wishing this heart warrior the happiest of 3rd birthdays!
“We are forever grateful to the amazing people at UH Rainbow for saving Zett’s life and giving us the joy that it is to be his parents. He loves to run, jump, climb, and play with his big brother, Hawk. He also enjoys books, animals, and music. Zett's sunny personality brings a smile to all who know him. He truly is a sweetheart, the King of our hearts.” – Renée and Nick Dios, Zett’s parents
Fun Fact: Zett shares his Valentine's Day birthday with his great-grandmother.
Photo credit: Katie Durkalski Photography and UH Rainbow child life specialist Emily, who helped the Dios family deliver Valentine’s to the team who saved Zett’s life.
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In 1972, a baby who weighed 2.25 lbs. at birth had a 10% chance of survival. By 2012, that survival rate stood at nearly 100%. One of the major reasons why: the evolution of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
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The Evolution of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
A key reason to avoid sugary drinks for young children: flavor preferences are developed at a very early age. If kids develop a taste for healthy beverages, it can set them on a healthy path. Dr. James Leslie share what else parents should know.
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New Guidelines Recommend Best Beverages For Children
The ongoing daily routine changes caused by COVID-19 are challenging for anyone. For children with neurodevelopmental disorders, like attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, it can be especially trying. Dr. Kimberly Burkhart shares tips on how to care for children experiencing such anxiety.
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Caring for Special Needs Children During COVID-19
The last thing Zaharius remembers is dunking the basketball. The star athlete friends and family call ‘Z’ collapsed in the locker room at the start of halftime. Shaw High School athletic trainer David Silverstein and the head basketball coach, Marvin Rashad, performed CPR until East Cleveland paramedics arrived.
Ten minutes later Z’s mom, Nasheema Anderson, watched as UH Rainbow’s Emergency Medicine team worked to save her son’s life. The last time Mrs. Anderson was at UH was 17 years ago, when Z was born.
“The staff was absolutely amazing. They were tending to Z, but also to me,” says Mrs. Anderson. “They made a point to keep me informed and provided comfort during the scariest moment of my life. When I entered the pediatric intensive care unit, a doctor greeted me and said, ‘We are going to take good care of your son.’ I hope they know how much that meant to us.”
Z suffered a heart attack caused by an anomalous coronary artery, a congenital heart defect. It is the second most common congenital cause of sudden cardiac death among young athletes. Z wears a life vest and takes a beta-blocker medication to help prevent another sudden cardiac arrest. He will undergo open-heart surgery in the near future to correct the defect found on his heart.
Katherine Slain, DO, the pediatric intensive care physician who cared for Z in UH Rainbow’s Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit, credits the quick action of Z’s teammates, coach and trainer for saving his life. “Prompt recognition of a cardiac arrest, initiation of CPR, and application of an AED are absolutely critical for the survival of such an episode,” says Dr. Slain.
Pictured below are Z’s family, friends, and teammates standing outside his hospital room window holding their hands in the shape of a heart. Before their last basketball game, the team wore #Win4Z t-shirts in support of Z and the journey he will travel ahead.
Learn more: http://bit.ly/ZahariusStory
If a mother tests positive for COVID-19, is it still safe to breast-feed? It’s unlikely that the virus for COVID-19 will pass into mom’s milk. But if it does, the mother’s antibodies also pass into her milk. These antibodies actually work better than most medicines to protect baby from viruses.
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Breast-Feeding With COVID-19: Is It Safe?
Happy 10th Birthday, Mia!
Born five weeks early, Mia was diagnosed with a rare heart condition called Ebstein Anomaly, which gave her a 10% survival rate. During her first year of life, Mia suffered several strokes and cardiac arrests requiring many surgeries and procedures. Thanks to her care team led by Dr. Martin Bocks at UH Rainbow, Mia has accomplished many milestones and is a strong, happy girl today.
In celebration of her 10th birthday milestone, Mia and her family are raising funds to support Dr. Bocks’ research to develop medical devices for patients with congenital heart disease (CHD); one of which is a bioresorbable device to close holes in the heart without needing surgery.
Atrial septal defects, or ASDs, are one of the most common diagnosed CHDs affecting patients. Because the current devices used in closing ASDs have some short-term and long-term limitations, Dr. Bocks expects his novel device will provide distinct advantages over the devices currently available. The prototype is in development, and will then undergo extensive pre-FDA testing.
“What is most exciting about this device is its ability to completely disappear from the heart after the patient’s own heart cells have overgrown the device over the appropriate period of time,” said Dr. Bocks.
Dr. Bocks is also excited about the potential to 3D print these devices in shapes and sizes specific to the patient’s heart dimensions. “This would be the first customizable cardiac device, which really is and should be the future of medical implants as opposed to the one-size-fits-all approach we have used for years for growing children. We have much more work to be done to bring this device to market, but I am looking forward to the day we can offer new devices to some of our highest-risk congenital heart disease patients, like Mia."
To learn more about the groundbreaking research underway at The Congenital Heart Collaborative and support patients like Mia, visit https://www.uhgiving.org/why-give/giving-opportunities/support-pediatric-cardiology-at-uh-rainbow
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Halfway through her pregnancy, a serious heart problem was discovered with Dr. Doaa’s unborn baby and she was told nothing could be done. Refusing to give up hope and knowing that other options must exist, she began researching advanced procedures. She found UH Rainbow, where one of the world’s leading fetal intervention teams was ready to help.
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Nadine’s Story: Heart Intervention for Unborn Baby
The vast majority of children with COVID-19 experience only mild symptoms. Dr. Kathryn Tegeder explains how parents should respond to a child’s COVID diagnosis, including how to treat and protect other family members.
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What to do When a Child is Sick With COVID-19
Children are at greater risk for frostbite than adults due to their skin losing heat faster. How bundled up should kids be when it gets below freezing – and how cold is too cold to be outside? Check out these recommendations.
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Our friend Carson is a walking talking miracle. He wasn’t expected to celebrate his first birthday, let alone walk and talk. This smart and active nine-year-old continues to defy the odds – he plays sports, swims, and can even do a cartwheel!
Carson has CHARGE, a complex syndrome that causes multiple life-threatening birth defects. Dr. Richard Grossberg, Chief of Pediatric Comprehensive Care at UH Rainbow, has been caring for Carson since he was baby and is optimistic about his future.
On #RareDiseaseDay we recognize the more than 300 million people like Carson living with an identified rare disease. Now that he is older, Carson says he is excited to have a voice and spread awareness for his disease and others like him. He started his own YouTube channel and raises money for the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation.
Fox 8 News recently highlighted Carson and Dr. Grossberg. Watch more of their inspirational story:
https://fox8.com/news/im-not-that-strong-im-just-brave-boy-not-expected-to-live-past-infancy-defies-odds/
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By the age of six months, Abby had undergone more heart procedures than most people would expect to in a lifetime. From opening valves during pregnancy to open heart surgery shortly after birth, read how the Fetal Heart Intervention team at UH Rainbow made her incredible story possible.
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Abby’s Story: Heart Surgery Before and After Birth
Children are at greater risk for frostbite than adults due to their skin losing heat faster. How bundled up should kids be when it gets below freezing – and how cold is too cold to be outside? Check out these recommendations.
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Cold Weather: How To Keep Kids Protected From the Elements
For parents of children with congenital (birth) heart defects, like the one Clayden has, taking a child home for the first time brings both joy and the fear of being away from doctors and nurses. Thanks to the Hearts at HOME digital monitoring program, help and peace of mind is now only a video call away. Learn how.
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Clayden’s Story: Less Than a Year Old and Two Major Heart Surgeries
The last thing Zaharius remembers is dunking the basketball. The star athlete friends and family call ‘Z’ collapsed in the locker room at the start of halftime. Shaw High School athletic trainer David Silverstein and the head basketball coach, Marvin Rashad, performed CPR until East Cleveland paramedics arrived.
Ten minutes later Z’s mom, Nasheema Anderson, watched as UH Rainbow’s Emergency Medicine team worked to save her son’s life. The last time Mrs. Anderson was at UH was 17 years ago, when Z was born.
“The staff was absolutely amazing. They were tending to Z, but also to me,” says Mrs. Anderson. “They made a point to keep me informed and provided comfort during the scariest moment of my life. When I entered the pediatric intensive care unit, a doctor greeted me and said, ‘We are going to take good care of your son.’ I hope they know how much that meant to us.”
Z suffered a heart attack caused by an anomalous coronary artery, a congenital heart defect. It is the second most common congenital cause of sudden cardiac death among young athletes. Z wears a life vest and takes a beta-blocker medication to help prevent another sudden cardiac arrest. He will undergo open-heart surgery in the near future to correct the defect found on his heart.
Katherine Slain, DO, the pediatric intensive care physician who cared for Z in UH Rainbow’s Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit, credits the quick action of Z’s teammates, coach and trainer for saving his life. “Prompt recognition of a cardiac arrest, initiation of CPR, and application of an AED are absolutely critical for the survival of such an episode,” says Dr. Slain.
Pictured below are Z’s family, friends, and teammates standing outside his hospital room window holding their hands in the shape of a heart. Before their last basketball game, the team wore #Win4Z t-shirts in support of Z and the journey he will travel ahead.
Learn more: http://bit.ly/ZahariusStory
If a mother tests positive for COVID-19, is it still safe to breast-feed? It’s unlikely that the virus for COVID-19 will pass into mom’s milk. But if it does, the mother’s antibodies also pass into her milk. These antibodies actually work better than most medicines to protect baby from viruses.
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Breast-Feeding With COVID-19: Is It Safe?
In the U.S., 1 in 5 children (ages 12 – 18) have prediabetes, which increases the likelihood of Type 2 diabetes, heart attack and stroke. Dr. Ryan Farrell explains the significant role that parents play in reducing the risks.
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Prediabetes Is on the Rise in Teenagers
UH Rainbow physicians, like Dr. Janine Arruda, know that hospitals and lab coats can be intimidating for young patients. It’s why she takes as much time as needed to ensure patients, like John, who needed four open-heart surgeries, feel as comfortable and at-home as possible. Learn how such compassion can make a big difference.
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John’s Story: The Difference that Compassionate Care Can Make
Secondhand smoke is dangerous – but what about secondhand vaping? As Dr. Andrew Garner explains, the nicotine from e-cigarette aerosol can harm nervous, respiratory, immune and cardiovascular systems.
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Secondhand Smoke and Secondhand Vaping: Both Bad for Kids
Is there a point at which water isn’t enough and young athletes should switch to sports drinks, like Gatorade? Or are the benefits over-hyped? Our own Dr. Laura Goldberg explains.
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Do Sports Drinks Improve Athletic Performance?
The COVID-19 virus has been associated with a rare disease called Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C). Here’s what parents should know, including symptoms and when to seek emergency care.
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Coronavirus in Children
Our friend Carson is a walking talking miracle. He wasn’t expected to celebrate his first birthday, let alone walk and talk. This smart and active nine-year-old continues to defy the odds – he plays sports, swims, and can even do a cartwheel!
Carson has CHARGE, a complex syndrome that causes multiple life-threatening birth defects. Dr. Richard Grossberg, Chief of Pediatric Comprehensive Care at UH Rainbow, has been caring for Carson since he was baby and is optimistic about his future.
On #RareDiseaseDay we recognize the more than 300 million people like Carson living with an identified rare disease. Now that he is older, Carson says he is excited to have a voice and spread awareness for his disease and others like him. He started his own YouTube channel and raises money for the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation.
Fox 8 News recently highlighted Carson and Dr. Grossberg. Watch more of their inspirational story:
https://fox8.com/news/im-not-that-strong-im-just-brave-boy-not-expected-to-live-past-infancy-defies-odds/
#ThisIsRainbow
When newborns come home from the hospital, they will likely still have part of the umbilical cord attached. Dr. Michael Perisa explains how parents can help keep it infection-free for the few weeks before it detaches on its own.
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How To Take Care of a Newborn's Umbilical Cord
Ear infections are the most common cause of ear pain. In fact, five out of six children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. Dr. Meredith Hale shares the symptoms and when it’s time to seek help.
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Ear Ache vs Ear Infection: What's the Difference?
What dosages of acetaminophen (sold under brand names like Tylenol) are safest for children? UH Rainbow’s Dr. Douglas Hackenberg recommends that parents follow these guidelines.
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What is the Right Dose of Acetaminophen (Tylenol) for Children? Experts explain.
For the 35 to 45 million youth (6 to 18 years of age) that participate in some form of athletics, the approaching spring season poses a big question – can sports safely continue during COVID-19? Here’s what parents should know.
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Returning to Sports During COVID-19: Is it Safe?
In the U.S., 1 in 5 children (ages 12 – 18) have prediabetes, which increases the likelihood of Type 2 diabetes, heart attack and stroke. Dr. Ryan Farrell explains the significant role that parents play in reducing the risks.
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Prediabetes Is on the Rise in Teenagers
UH Rainbow physicians, like Dr. Janine Arruda, know that hospitals and lab coats can be intimidating for young patients. It’s why she takes as much time as needed to ensure patients, like John, who needed four open-heart surgeries, feel as comfortable and at-home as possible. Learn how such compassion can make a big difference.
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John’s Story: The Difference that Compassionate Care Can Make
Bald is beautiful! Thanks to the brave and relentless support of our extended Rainbow family, the “Shave it Off” event raised $115,000 for childhood cancer research! Special thanks to Jenniffer & Co., Dino Palmieri Salon & Spa, Michael Christopher Salon & Day Spa, Westpark Barber Shop, Glam Garage Hair Detailing, and Moonstruck for a truly amazing day!
To date, UH Rainbow and CWRU’s annual head-shaving event has raised more than $800,000 for St. Baldrick's Foundation, the world’s largest volunteer-driven and donor-centered fundraising program for childhood cancer research. Through grant funds, St. Baldrick’s has supported numerous research projects at the Angie Fowler Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Institute, UH Seidman Cancer Center and Case Western Reserve University.
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Whoever coined the phrase “sleep like a baby” probably wasn’t a parent. While newborns do sleep as much as 17 hours per day, their sleep can be unpredictable, even occurring in spurts of only one or two hours at a time. Dr. Sally Ibrahim shares what else new parents should know.
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Best Sleep Tips for Babies — And For New Parents
A vaccine that can prevent cancer is an easy choice – or is it? Dr. Douglas Fleck joins the Healthy@UH Podcast to discuss why some parents decide against the HPV vaccine and why that can be a mistake.
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The Vaccine That Can Keep Children From Getting Cancer
A diet that lacks liquids and fiber can cause childhood constipation – but it can also occur if children wait too long to go to the bathroom. Dr. Ali Khalili shares how parents can help.
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Easy Ways To End Constipation in Children
When newborns come home from the hospital, they will likely still have part of the umbilical cord attached. Dr. Michael Perisa explains how parents can help keep it infection-free for the few weeks before it detaches on its own.
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How To Take Care of a Newborn's Umbilical Cord
Ear infections are the most common cause of ear pain. In fact, five out of six children will have at least one ear infection by their third birthday. Dr. Meredith Hale shares the symptoms and when it’s time to seek help.
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Ear Ache vs Ear Infection: What's the Difference?
Does the COVID-19 vaccine alter the DNA of an expecting mom or her baby? Drs. Ellie Ragsdale and David Hackney share the science behind this and other emerging COVID-19 pregnancy myths.
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5 COVID-19 Vaccine Pregnancy Myths — Here's What The Science Says
Many children will outgrow their food allergies. But for those who don’t, physicians have figured out a way to harness the body’s immune response to eliminate allergic reactions to food. Dr. Eli Silver joins the Healthy@UH Podcast to explain how.
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How To Eliminate a Food Allergy
Nine-year-old Chloe Griffin has had gastrointestinal issues for most of her life. But when she started having chronic constipation, her doctor recommended biofeedback treatment, which uses external sensors to diagnose and help treat issues like constipation. Learn how.
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Using Biofeedback for Relief from Chronic Constipation in Children
As a result of her specific type of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), Lilah Ford was in the hospital 4-5 weeks each year and had to limit activities due to risk of debilitating pain. To reduce her cancer risk and improve quality of life, Lilah ultimately became the first pediatric patient in northeast Ohio to receive what’s known as an islet cell transplant. Dr. Jordan Winter explains more.
Bald is beautiful! Thanks to the brave and relentless support of our extended Rainbow family, the “Shave it Off” event raised $115,000 for childhood cancer research! Special thanks to Jenniffer & Co., Dino Palmieri Salon & Spa, Michael Christopher Salon & Day Spa, Westpark Barber Shop, Glam Garage Hair Detailing, and Moonstruck for a truly amazing day!
To date, UH Rainbow and CWRU’s annual head-shaving event has raised more than $800,000 for St. Baldrick's Foundation, the world’s largest volunteer-driven and donor-centered fundraising program for childhood cancer research. Through grant funds, St. Baldrick’s has supported numerous research projects at the Angie Fowler Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Institute, UH Seidman Cancer Center and Case Western Reserve University.
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Whoever coined the phrase “sleep like a baby” probably wasn’t a parent. While newborns do sleep as much as 17 hours per day, their sleep can be unpredictable, even occurring in spurts of only one or two hours at a time. Dr. Sally Ibrahim shares what else new parents should know.
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March is #NationalReadingMonth. To celebrate, our caregivers spent time reading stories to our tiniest patients.
UH Rainbow’s NICU recently became the first of its kind in Ohio to bring Reach Out and Read to patients in the hospital. The national literacy program promotes language enrichment through reading aloud – an activity proven to support a child’s brain development, especially neonates.
Through Reach Out and Read - Greater Cleveland, our NICU families will receive new books throughout their stay and caregivers will incorporate the books in parent-infant bonding techniques. Families will learn how talking, singing, and reading contributes to their baby’s growth and increases their future well-being.
We are so excited to share news of this next step forward in reading at Rainbow!
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