Our patient Madelyn has a love of dinosaurs. After being diagnosed with leukemia, Madelyn's care team surprised her by turning her hospital room into a Mesozoic haven! Drawings and stuffed animals of her favorite reptiles filled the room. It's a day Madelyn will never forget! #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth
We're motivated by our patients, like Bryson, who never give up hope. He designed this year's National #SickleCellAwarenessMonth t-shirt, and in his drawing, he shows "Star Wars-inspired” ships and explorers searching the farthest depths of the galaxy for a cure for sickle cell disease. We love watching Bryson's creativity, optimism and strength! https://bit.ly/3deMHoW
During your next visit with us, you’ll notice new guidelines we’ve put in place to help keep you, your family and our team members safe. Our patient Dillion shares what you can expect when you walk through our doors. https://bit.ly/2Z6mtAS
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Diagnosed with sickle cell disease when he was just 10 days old, Darian manages his pain and the challenges he faces with his disease with strength and positivity. With help from our team, he's found relief through new tools to help him avoid hospitalizations so he can continue to do things he loves – being outside and playing sports! We're inspired by Darian's determination and resilience! #PainAwarenessWeek #SickleCellAwarenessMonth. https://bit.ly/3iUbvpT
Our patient Santiago is celebrating a big milestone - he's completed his last chemotherapy treatment. Diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (#AML) earlier this year, Santiago always finds joy in everything he does, especially when he's riding our E-Z rollers up and down the hallways. We're inspired by Santiago's strength and love to see him smile! #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth
Our paw-some volunteer and facility pet therapy dogs celebrated the #DogDaysofSummer! With help from our Child Life and Volunteer Services teams, our patients enjoyed a full day of activities honoring our four-legged friends and all they do through our PetSmart Charities Pet‑Assisted Therapy Dog program. Doggie-bags filled with crafts, treats and activities were delivered to each patient room. We even had more than 30 cardboard cut-outs of our volunteer and facility dogs placed throughout our Dallas campus. Thank you to our teams and pups for bringing the paw-sitivity! 🐾
Our experts encourage parents to still be mindful when planning small get-togethers with family and friends to help stop the spread of COVID-19. Here's 5 things to consider to keep your family healthy. https://bit.ly/34gp0Kw
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Our Environmental Services team works around the clock to keep our campuses clean, disinfected, and safe for our patients, their families and our team members. Even before #COVID19, our team's extensive cleaning process included UV light technology and the misting system. We're so grateful for all this team does and their dedication to ensuring everyone's safety. https://bit.ly/2Gck6pn
We love watching our patient Valentina thrive! An #ECMO survivor, Valentina has overcome some tough challenges and continues to shine bright. Her mom shared this photo with us thanking our incredible nurses and ER team for providing her daughter with one of a kind care. She says this is the rainbow after the storm. We're so proud of you, Valentina!
We’re so proud of you, Jaxon! Thank you for sharing, Good Morning America!
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12-year-old Jaxon Starling’s positive attitude has been inspiring staff and other patients at Children’s Health in Dallas, Texas.
You have until October 10 to bid on fun activities in our auction benefiting pediatric cancer research and treatment. Items and activities you can bid on include the chance to participate in a unique sideline experience with Troy Aikman, gift certificates to your favorite local restaurants and more! Click to bid now: https://bit.ly/366kwbX
Saturday is World Mental Health Awareness Day and In a recent episode of our Children's Health Checkup podcast, our expert covers how parents can support their child's mental health as they continue to face a world with #COVID19. Listen now. https://bit.ly/32ZjlZV
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As COVID-19 cases increase going into Halloween weekend, we encourage everyone to wear a mask while out in public. Masking up is a simple way to do your part to help protect yourself and our community from #COVID19. We ask that you celebrate safely! Learn more ways to help prevent COVID-19 and other viruses.
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Our Child Life teams are in need of prizes and toys for patients in our care. View and shop their wish lists now to help make our patients' stay extra special!
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Our experts and the CDC advise against some traditional Halloween festivities this year, but do not fear. There are other ways your family can safely celebrate Halloween! Learn more: https://bit.ly/37ebr19
Join our BOO Yard Sign Challenge by secretly leaving the yard sign you purchase in the yards of friends and neighbors. Signs are available for $20 and all proceeds go towards patient programs and services. Buy your sign today! #ChildrensBooChallenge https://bit.ly/2SYnCHq
Did you know that there are ways to help lower your baby's risk of #SIDS? One way to keep your baby safe is by always putting them to sleep on their backs. Our experts share more preventative measures you can take to help keep you worry free. #SafeSleepMonth https://bit.ly/3dxz8mh
When Joseph was a little more than 4 months old, our Cleft Lip and Palate team repaired his cleft lip on what his family now calls his "Happy Forever Smile Day." Early on, Joseph showed our team and his family that he's a fighter, and he continues to be every day. Way to go, Joseph! https://bit.ly/3l5fpx4
Help us give our patients an even happier holiday season by shopping our #ChildLife Department's Amazon Wish Lists. All items purchased will be directly shipped to our teams and delivered to our patients to make their days merry and bright!
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We're kicking off the holiday season by lighting our beautiful trees at Our Children’s House, Dallas and Plano campuses! Since this year's tree lightings will be held virtually, we’d love for you to join us. There will be holiday games, Santa, the tree lightings and even a special guest! Tune in on Monday at 7 p.m. to watch at childrens.com/joyous.
Congenital heart disease (CHD) affects nearly 1 in every 100 babies born across the country. It's the most common type of birth defect and requires surgery or a procedure in the baby's first year of life. Knowing the facts is the first step in improving outcomes for our #CHDWarriors. #WeHaveHeart http://bit.ly/2GC1z36
Don’t forget to send a free Valentine’s Day message to our patients or team members! We want to collect as many uplifting e-cards as possible to shower them with appreciation and warm wishes. Send your e-card now! https://bit.ly/3aacIq9
Now and then, Abby has overcome significant challenges since she left our Heart Center nearly 4 years ago. Diagnosed with a condition called cardiomyopathy, Abby had open-heart surgery to place a ventricular assist device (VAD) that helps her heart pump blood throughout her body. Our team taught her about how the VAD device works and the importance it plays in keeping her healthy. Abby says she wouldn't trade her experience for anything. She wants to become a transplant coordinator when she's older to use her experiences to support other kids through similar journeys like hers. Your future is bright, Abby! #WeHaveHeart #HeartMonth https://bit.ly/2KZhSfY
Our Heart Center team is proud to wear red today to support our #HeartWarriors during Heart Month! Learn more about the care our Heart Center team provides to mend the hearts of our tiniest patients. #WeHaveHeart #WearRedDay #HeartMonth https://bit.ly/36HAusB
Our Heart Center team in our Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) goes above and beyond to make sure our patients and their families receive quality care and feel at home while they're with us. Every holiday and milestone, this team makes sure our patients feel celebrated. We're grateful for these #DifferenceMakers and all they do to create a memorable experience for our #HeartWarriors. #WeHaveHeart
Our Beyond ABC report found boys are 4 times more likely to die from suicide, although girls are more likely to attempt suicide. Our experts encourage parents to talk with their children about suicide by listening to their child’s concerns, fostering open conversations, and seeking professional help when needed. https://bit.ly/3pazGnl
