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2023
November
07,
2023
| 16:05 PM America/Chicago
By Jean YaegerRespiratory illness is on the rise, causing a jam of patients at the Cook Children’s Emergency Department (ED) and Urgent Care locations.In the last 24 hours, our Urgent Care sites across North Texas saw 731 patients, many with
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October
30,
2023
| 17:26 PM America/Chicago
By Jean YaegerA new shot that helps prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is in short supply nationwide and Cook Children’s is following guidelines to prioritize infants at the highest risk of illness.  Like other health care
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August
10,
2023
| 09:23 AM America/Chicago
By Eline WigginsThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended a new antibody shot to help prevent severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease in all infants.RSV is a leading cause of hospitalization for infants. The use of
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2022
December
29,
2022
| 10:12 AM America/Chicago
Checkup Newsroom is the top source for news about Cook Children's Health Care System and pediatric health care. From a story of kismet to the opening of a new Medical Center, these are the stories that were the most viewed in
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October
26,
2022
| 16:27 PM America/Chicago
Employees of Cook Children's Health Care System participated in one minute of silence at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 26 in honor of the two employees, Jacqueline “Jackie” Pokuaa, 45, and Katie “Annette” Flowers, 63, killed at Methodist Dallas Medical
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October
21,
2022
| 12:29 PM America/Chicago
By Dr. Raj, Cook Children's Pediatrics FriscoDuring routine yearly checkups, we ask about your child’s nutrition including soda consumption. When I ask this, parents often respond, “no doc, we don’t give him/her soda," but add that if they do drink
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October
10,
2022
| 11:22 AM America/Chicago
Hispanic Heritage Month is from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 to celebrate and pay tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society.
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September
06,
2022
| 13:50 PM America/Chicago
Listen to Episode 22 of the Raising Joy podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. The podcast is part of the JOY Campaign, which launched in April 2021 as a suicide prevention communication initiative, and aims to reach parents through
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April
05,
2022
| 16:58 PM America/Chicago
The Community Health Needs Assessment is the topic of our latest episode of the Raising Joy podcast. Go here to listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. You can also listen on our YouTube channel.
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March
02,
2022
| 13:44 PM America/Chicago
By Alice Phillips, M.D.,  Cook Children's Pediatrics CityviewLet’s start with a story. As I began the introduction of solid foods to my first child, I was by the book! One food at a time. Slow introduction to make sure it was
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February
25,
2022
| 15:36 PM America/Chicago
- It's 100% safe for expectant moms to continue dental visits, whether for prevention, diagnosis or treatment.- Pregnancy's impact on oral health: gingivitis or gum disease (due to increased hormones), cavities (due to sugary cravings or appetite
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February
15,
2022
| 11:39 AM America/Chicago
Immediately after every meal or snack that 4-year-old Kaden Lee eats, his teeth and gums must be wiped clean to remove any food particles trapped by his enlarged tongue.Kaden was born with a lymphatic malformation, the medical term for an abnormal
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January
11,
2022
| 13:39 PM America/Chicago
Anxiety and depression drive some teens to recreational marijuana as a way to self-medicate. But that coping strategy can backfire.Health advocacy groups indicate a link between marijuana use and an increased chance for mental health problems. The
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2021
November
09,
2021
| 10:37 AM America/Chicago
A smile is a powerful thing. It can brighten someone’s day or even boost your mood. The act itself releases feel-good hormones in your brain.But when you are plagued with mental illness or poor oral health—or a combination of
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October
21,
2021
| 16:22 PM America/Chicago
Three top pediatric health organizations have declared a national state of emergency in children’s mental health, attributing it to the enormous toll the Covid-19 pandemic has taken on the nation’s youth and urging lawmakers to address
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September
30,
2021
| 11:13 AM America/Chicago
Cook Children’s Medical Center has something to smile about these days.Despite the toll of a lengthy pandemic, the hospital system hit two milestones since the inception of its Save a Smile program—it reached a 100,000-oral-screenings
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September
14,
2021
| 09:21 AM America/Chicago
Twenty in a series. A young girl who was recently seen by Cook Children’s C.A.R.E. (Child Advocacy Resource and Evaluation) Team sat sobbing on the exam room floor, distraught after receiving a series of immunization shots.Many of the
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September
08,
2021
| 13:58 PM America/Chicago
Cook Children’s Health Plan has received its first-ever accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). This coveted award represents service and clinical quality that meet or exceed NCQA’s rigorous requirements
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August
03,
2021
| 09:13 AM America/Chicago
Sixteen in a series. There is nothing more inspiring than seeing a child with a disability overcome the daily challenges they face. Their determination, strength and courage are what superheroes are made of. But, even superheroes sometimes need
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July
12,
2021
| 20:00 PM America/Chicago
Fourteen in a series. Talking about hard things isn’t easy, especially for a child or teen. It’s scary to be vulnerable. But talking can bring clarity. Sharing your hurts, struggles and stress can be a release, and leaning on
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June
29,
2021
| 07:33 AM America/Chicago
Thirteen in a series. The onset of loneliness, anxiety and depression in teens and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic has fueled a sharp rise in reports of dangerous eating behaviors.The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)
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June
22,
2021
| 08:00 AM America/Chicago
Twelve in a series. Imagine living through a tornado. The wind howling over the sound of sirens. Lightning illuminates your home. Then, you hear it - the roar. You watch the ceiling start to give way. Fear turns to panic. Running on adrenaline,
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May
25,
2021
| 10:40 AM America/Chicago
Eight in a series. Over the past few weeks, we’ve published a series of articles about the mental health crisis shaking the foundation of our youngest generation. It’s been a difficult and heart-wrenching conversation as, together,
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May
17,
2021
| 20:00 PM America/Chicago
Seven in a series. Sometimes the first step toward saving the world begins in your own backyard.That’s the hope for Frances Wampler and Blair Williams, two staffers at the Center for Children’s Health led by Cook Children’s,
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May
10,
2021
| 20:00 PM America/Chicago
Six in a series.Like an earthquake rumbling underfoot, crumpling the ground beneath, the suicide of a loved one has a way of knocking you to your hands and knees.After the initial shock wave throws you, constant aftershocks of emotions—running
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April
28,
2021
| 12:33 PM America/Chicago
Help is now just a text away for Tarrant County residents searching for critical resources. TXT4 Tarrant Cares, a community texting service introduced today, promises to make it easier for local families to find the help they desperately need, close
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April
06,
2021
| 08:46 AM America/Chicago
One in a series. One year into COVID-19, it’s clear the pandemic is taking a toll on the mental wellbeing of children and teens.In March, a record 43 patients were admitted to Cook Children’s Medical Center after attempting suicide.
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February
04,
2021
| 10:58 AM America/Chicago
Speak up. Share hope. Add your voice. This is the message of the Okay to Say™ campaign. In a world where we currently face so much uncertainty, the Wellness Alliance for Total Children’s Health (WATCH) of Denton County led by Cook
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2020
October
27,
2020
| 12:44 PM America/Chicago
The number of patients admitted to Cook Children’s after attempting suicide continues to rise. In September, 37 children and teens were treated for suicide attempts, marking the worst month on record since at least 2015.“September of
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September
11,
2020
| 12:11 PM America/Chicago
Our School-Based Virtual Health program is bringing the expertise of Cook Children's pediatrics to schools throughout the area. It's fast, easy and convenient. The school nurse simply connects virtually to a Cook Children's board
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