Research Study Reveals How Caregivers of Medically Complex Children Build Resilience By Scott Hesel Jun. 2, 2025 Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) have uncovered important strategies that help caregivers and parents of children with medical complexity (CMC) adapt to the inherent ...
Patient Care Dog Bites and Kids: What to Do (and Say) If It Happens By Kathleen Rock May. 16, 2025 Dog bites are a leading cause of pediatric emergency department visits. Every year, more than two million children are bitten by dogs. It’s important for parents to know what to do if the unexpected ...
Research My Robot Therapist: The Ethics of AI Mental Health Chatbots for Kids By Susanne Pallo Mar. 31, 2025 AI mental health apps may offer a cheap and accessible way to fill the gaps in the overstretched U.S. mental healthcare system, but ethics experts warn that we need to be thoughtful about how we use ...
Patient Care What Is a Febrile Seizure? By Sydney Burrows Jan. 17, 2025 A child experiencing a febrile seizure can be distressing. However, understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment can help caregivers respond effectively.
Patient Care Constipation Relief for Kids By URMC Communications Nov. 11, 2024 Constipation is common in kids. Here's how to help at home, and when to visit the doctor.
Patient Care Cooking for Busy Families: Mindful Meals in a Fast-Paced World By Rebecca Youmell Aug. 26, 2024 We're quickly approaching back-to-school season, and many are already thinking "how is my family going to survive our crazy fall schedule?!"
Patient Care New Children’s Hospital Initiative Provides Products, Styling for All Hair Types By Scott Hesel Aug. 5, 2024 UR Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital (GCH) has started a new initiative centered on hair equity for hospital patients and their families. This initiative will help hospital staff better serve ...
Patient Care What is an IDD? By Elizabeth Beach Jul. 11, 2024 Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) impact over 8 million Americans. But what exactly is an IDD?
Research How Childhood Trauma May Impact Adults By Sydney Burrows May. 1, 2024 Some people assume we forget or outgrow trauma. But the truth is, if someone experiences trauma as a child, it can lead to physical and mental struggles that affect their entire life.
Patient Care Talking to Your Teen Who Vapes By Elizabeth Beach Apr. 30, 2024 If you think your teen is vaping, here’s how to talk to them about it.