Games & Activities The Importance of Play - Digital Entertainment At Connecticut Children’s we treat the physical, social and emotional needs of children. When patients and families visit one of our locations we work hard to normalize the experience and relieve anxiety, ensuring that the entire
Decoding Illnesses and Conditions through the Ages Every age, and each stage, is a blessing, and sometimes a battle with our kids. Especially when they’re sick, or going through “something” health related that parents just. cannot. figure. out. Luckily, Connecticut Children's is the #1 authority in decoding illnesses, ailments
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Mononucleosis: What College Students Need to Know By Andrew Carlson, MD: Mononucleosis, often called "mono" for short, is a common viral infection that can affect people of all ages, including college students. Connecticut Children's Andrew Carlson, MD, Medical Director of Primary Care, explores what “Mono” is, its symptoms, how it spreads, and how to
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3 Questions to Ask About Newborn Screening By Debra Ellis, NBS, RN: Every year, about 4 million babies are born in the U.S. Most, if not all, of these babies have had newborn screening, and since they began 50 years ago, newborn screening has been helping babies each year. This means that about 200 million people went through newborn screening
Tower & Expansion The countdown is on for Connecticut Children’s most ambitious expansion in our history. Our new, eight-story clinical tower, coming in 2025, will be more than an addition to our award-winning medical center in Hartford. It will mark a major milestone in our ever-evolving promise
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What's Going Around Right Now? By Andrew Carlson, MD: Several illnesses have been affecting the pediatric population, including children from birth to adolescence. These illnesses vary, so it's essential for parents and caregivers to stay informed. Connecticut Children's Andrew Carlson, MD, Medical Director of Primary Care
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Medical Psychiatric Integrated Care Unit 1 of only 2 units in New England and the only one in CT with comprehensive pediatric and mental health services At Connecticut Children's Medical Psychiatric Integrated Care Unit, we support and treat children and adolescents from ages 6-17 with complex medical and psychiatric Article
Beyond Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation (CPAM): Baby Elisabeth's Story By Jennifer Humphrey, MSN, RN: At 23 weeks pregnant, Anna’s baby bump still wasn’t obvious to anyone who didn’t know her. Nursery décor and hospital go-bags still seemed deceptively far off. The baby was roughly the size of a sweet potato. It was at this fragile moment that Anna and husband Jared learned that
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Connecticut Children's Expands Critical Pediatric Mental Health Services with Opening of 12-Bed Medical Psychiatric Unit Connecticut Children's, a pioneer in pediatric healthcare, is proud to announce the opening of a 12-bed Medical Psychiatric Integrated Care Unit, addressing the escalating need for comprehensive mental health services for children. This unit will support and treat children and Article
Pregnant With Twins? 5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor By Jennifer Humphrey, MSN, RN: Expecting twins? Congratulations! You may already know that frequent visits to your obstetrician (OB) or maternal-fetal medicine specialist (MFM) are on the horizon. Twin pregnancies can increase your risk of complications and the need for more specialized medical attention. What
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Beyond a Heart Transplant: Taylor's Story By Dennis Mello, MD: Every December, a familiar email arrives in the inbox of Taylor’s heart surgeon. It’s from “Aunt Ellen,” featuring the latest Christmas photo of Taylor and her cousins. Through the years, these photos have captured Taylor’s transformation from thoughtful child to determined teen
Flu Vaccine Our top priority at Connecticut Children’s is keeping each other and our patient families safe. That’s why the organization is once again requiring all team members—in clinical and non-clinical roles—to receive a flu vaccine for the 2024-25 flu season as a condition of employment
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8 Injury Prevention Tips for Skiers and Snowboarders By Katelyn Colosi, PA-C: Mountains are for making memories and—unfortunately—injuries. There’s nothing like the thrill snowboarders and skiers get from hitting the slopes on a powder day, but it’s crucial to play it safe and prevent injuries. Katelyn Colosi, Sports Medicine Physician Assistant of