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Community Acquired Pneumonia
Clinical Pathways promote evidence based, safe, and high-value care for patients by providing clinical recommendations and standard processes. They are developed by multidisciplinary committees of subject...
Dr. Warady Receives Nearly $5.8 Million Award for the “Chronic Kidney Disease in Children” Study
Children with chronic kidney disease (CKD) face increased health risks beyond their primary kidney disorder. CKiD V continues the observational CKiD study that began in 2003 and that follows 1,100 children...
March
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Attending large events following a tragedy
Our community is still processing the events of the post-Super Bowl parade. A day meant for celebration quickly turned into a nightmare for families who were in attendance, or even watching it on TV. As...
Phenomenal Women of Children’s Mercy
Join us during the month of March as we celebrate our founding sisters and other phenomenal Women of Children’s Mercy.
Penicillin allergies: What parents need to know
Antibiotics in the penicillin family are among some of the best treatments for common childhood infections. But, penicillin is also the most commonly reporting drug allergy. Keep reading to learn answers...
Anniversary Stories
Anniversary Celebrations Through the Years Celebrity Visits and Support Have a Long Legacy at Children's Mercy Community Giving Essential Through the Decades Culture of Love inspires Emily Barker to work...
Drs. Hampl, Dreyer Gillette, Laroche Join NIH-funded MPI Study to Improve Weight-Related Outcomes Among Youth and Adults with Obesity
The study evaluates the short- and long-term clinical and implementation outcomes of Comprehensive Multidisciplinary Obesity Care (CMOC) in 20 federally qualified health centers in urban and rural areas of...
The Link - February 2024
Our February issue features the latest news and updates on pediatric care from Children's Mercy clinicians. The Link - February 2024 Caring About Creatinine: Acute Kidney Injury Follow-Up in the...
Vaccine Update: Recent Measles Cases Highlight the National and Global Rise of this Highly Contagious Disease
Column Author: Christine Symes, RN, MSN, CPNP-PC Column Editor: Angela Myers, MD, MPH | Pediatric Infectious Diseases; Division Director, Infectious Diseases; Medical Director...
Dr. Friedman Receives EPA Funding to Increase Lead and Pesticide Safety Outreach to In-Home Daycares
The project focuses on lead and pesticide outreach and education efforts for in-home daycare centers located within vulnerable communities identified by the EPA in St. Louis, MO.
Illuminate: Lighting the Path Forward for Mental Health
Illuminate is a 5-year, $275 million plan to address the youth mental health crisis through early intervention, equitable access, expanded services and research.
Adult Pharmacy Providers
Adult pharmacy providers If you have commercial insurance, Medicare and Medicaid managed care plans or other state Medicaid insurance programs, you should ask about a list of in-network providers. If you...
Burn awareness tips for the whole household
Whether it’s in the kitchen or another part of your home, follow these tips to keep your children safe from potential burns. ...
Seizure: First, Non-Febrile
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Fertility Preservation
We believe that fertility preservation is a key part of medical care for your child or teen. Future fertility is important for long-term quality of life. Certain medical conditions have a higher risk of...
Talking with teens about healthy relationships
Relationships are a vital part of life no matter what age we are. They help us learn about ourselves and the world around us, teach us valuable lessons and help us feel a sense of belonging. Teenagers are...
New Angelman Syndrome Clinic
In December 2022, a new Angelman Syndrome Clinic opened up at Children's Mercy. It is a medical home for patients but also serves as an important hub for innovative new research.
Pediatrics in Practice: A CME Podcast
Interviews with pediatric subspecialists on timely, relevant content for physicians and providers who care for children. Continuing education credit available for some sessions.
Dr. Meagan Vacek Receives Award from Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to Study Infant Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Dr. Vacek's study will use single cell genomics to investigate transcriptomic changes during hematopoietic differentiation of human iPSCs engineered to express the KMT2A:AFF1. It will also compare the iPSCs...