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If you’ve been near Cook Children’s Medical Center – Fort Worth’s campus for the last few months, you know that the pediatric health system is busy building. The lane closures, orange traffic cones and metal cranes stretching above the blue peaks …

Resources and tips for finding immunizations for children:Navigating vaccines can feel overwhelming. Talk to your pediatrician.Schedule an appointment through Cook Children's.Find your nearest Texas Department of State Health service clinic for …

“We support Breastfeeding moms by standing in as a village,” said Tiffany Pullum, nurse manager at CCMC Prosper’s NICU.

Resources and tips for finding immunizations for children:Navigating vaccines can feel overwhelming. Talk to your pediatrician.Schedule an appointment through Cook Children's.Find your nearest Texas Department of State Health service clinic for …

A little over 18 months ago, Jesse Gonzalez was diagnosed through a newborn screening with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a genetic condition that causes progressive muscle weakness and atrophy as well as difficulties with swallowing, breathing, and …

Resources and tips for finding immunizations for children:Navigating vaccines can feel overwhelming. Talk to your pediatrician.Schedule an appointment through Cook Children's.Find your nearest Texas Department of State Health Service Clinic.Call 211 …

Daniel Wendler is like any 11-year-old boy. He enjoys the outdoors, fishing, playing basketball and spending time with his friends. However, every three weeks, he must go in for a “refill” at the Cook Children’s Medical Center – Fort Worth Infusion …

As summer activities ramp up, more children, teens and families are spending time outdoors riding e-bikes, e-scooters and other personal electric vehicles.Cook Children’s Health Care System is seeing a steep increase in serious injuries associated …

Weight is one of the most personal things people carry and one of the hardest topics to talk about, especially for kids growing up and still learning who they are. When weight gain or fluctuations are out of one’s control, it can also become …

The Fourth of July is a time for backyard barbecues, neighborhood gatherings, and dazzling fireworks displays. But it can also be one of the busiest holidays for emergency departments.According to Daniel Guzman, M.D., a pediatric emergency medicine …

Cook Children’s Global Health Services (GHS) steps in to make the journey easier when an international family seeks care for their child’s complex medical condition.That assistance includes help with insurance approval, scheduling appointments, …

Through every hurdle, side by side,A subtle strength takes root.It’s found in every supportive smileAnd every brave pursuit.It’s the anchor guiding the way,A heart so proud and true—The hope at Cook Children’sStarts with fathers like you.

Cook Children’s Health Care System (CCHCS) experts, the Fort Worth Police Department (FWPD) and area non-profit Violence Intervention and Prevention Fort Worth (VIPFW) hosted a collaborative community forum focused on firearm-related injury …

By Ashley Pagenkopf, MS, CCLS, Child Life Specialist at Cook Children'sThe summer is gearing up, and camps have already begun! For some Cook Children’s patients, the joys and anticipation of camp are dancing through their minds. Camp is …

Update 6/25/2026 A moment tweleve Cook Children patients will never forget. At the June 14 match, these young soccer fans stepped onto the pitch as Coca Cola Flag Bearers at the FIFA World Cup 2026, helping set the stage for kickoff and …

The PGA’s Tour’s Charles Schwab Challenge took on a brand-new course on Tuesday: The Cook Children’s Medical Center – Fort Worth Atrium.The annual "Bed Pan Open" welcomed pro golfers Nick Dunlap, Mason Howell, Charley Hoffman, and Doug Ghim for a …

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, drawing eager families to local pools and lakes. To ensure those fun days stay safe, Cook Children’s Health Care System’s Lifeguard Your Child campaign equips parents with the tools to …

Texas spring is an early indicator of summer. While mornings may begin at a mild 60°F, temperatures often quickly rise into the 80s by midday. To ensure the community stays safe as the heat intensifies, Cook Children's Health Care System experts …

Ricky Morris is dedicated to the Cook Children’s promise not just at work, but in every aspect of his life. In honor of Nurse's Week, we are sharing Ricky’s story and how he embodies our values inside and outside of Cook Children’s …

Growing up, Lexi Waggoner instinctively knew what to do when her little brother Luke had seizures at home.She’d hold his hand and talk to him during the sudden stiffness or muscle spasms and blank stare. She made sure he wasn’t choking. She stayed …

When children need medication at Cook Children’s, accurate and fast delivery to the bedside makes all the difference. Clinical technicians – specially certified in medication history taking – play a critical role in making that happen. They …

The Jane Justin School held its annual Gallery Night, giving students a chance to show off their artwork and newfound culinary skills that extend well beyond the kitchen. It was an incredible event filled with vibrant canvases and delicious …

Last spring, Nicole Pitts, D.O., sports medicine physician at Cook Children’s Pediatric Specialties Prosper, traded her stethoscope for a pickleball paddle and adventured off to the Cayman Islands. There she competed in a professional pickleball …

A new federal bill aims to combat the rise in noncompliant and counterfeit car seats. The Child Automobile Restraint Safety Education and Training (CAR SEAT) Act would require the secretary of transportation to launch an education campaign focused …

On average, families like Angelaka's who go through the Healthy Homes program have a 75% decrease in the number of emergency room visits, according to Healthy Homes’ data.

The Easter Bunny made appearances across Cook Children’s two medical centers this week, beginning in Prosper before hopping over to the Las Vegas Trail Neighborhood Health Center and finally landing at the medical center in Fort Worth on Thursday. …

The Texas state flower is in full bloom, but it’s important to take precautions as you step out to take memorable photos and ensure the outing doesn’t become an unforeseen trip to the emergency department.According to the Texas Department of State …

With respiratory illnesses on the rise for both adults and children, many families are turning to cough medications for much-needed seasonal relief. Cook Children’s Health Care System is providing essential safety guidance regarding Tessalon Perles …

At 8 years old, a child should focus on fun with friends and family, learning and reading, climbing jungle gyms and playing with toys. What a child should not have to endure is what George Morford had to go through, beginning in February 2025.Each …

March is Social Work Month, a time to celebrate the team who works with medical teams and other hospital staff to make sure that patient needs and concerns are addressed and ongoing needs are met.For Sarah Pitman, a Pulmonology, Sleep Clinic and …