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Levine Children’s Hospital ranked among Top 50 “Best Children’s Hospitals”!
Extraordinary Patients. Extraordinary Care. In 2011, Reagan Smith’s Porter Ridge Red Sox won the National Little League Championship. But less than one year later, the third grader was facing a very...
View ArticleStaying heart healthy can be a walk in the park!
Multitasking moms listen up! Carolinas Healthcare System has a program perfect for a busy mom looking to bundle exercise, family time and a little one-on-one with a doctor! Every third Saturday of the...
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Levine Children’s Hospital using leading-edge minimally invasive surgery...
A baby boy named Zaylen is one patient who benefited from a minimally invasive procedure. During an ultrasound, physicians found that Zaylen had a 3-centimeter cyst on his right lung, which had to be...
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Children’s Urgent Care: Here when you need us
A twisted ankle at a family cook-out. A spiked temperature at 9 p.m. An infection that needs treatment on a Sunday afternoon. Illness and injury never happen at a convenient hour. Carolinas HealthCare...
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Bowling to beat cancer? You bet!
Nearly 150 Charlotteans hit the lanes for a good cause at “Bowling 4 Booty,” a fundraiser hosted by Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Cancer Institute to benefit cancer research and survivorship...
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Kids Connecting With iPads
At Levine Children’s Hospital and Jeff Gordon Children’s Hospital, child life specialists use iPads as a teaching tool for their young patients and families. Not only do they educate patient about...
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Partnership for Pediatric Hearts: On A Mission To Care For Children In Our...
In the bright lobby of Levine Children’s Hospital, philanthropic leaders announced big news for little hearts. Almost $2.5 million in local funding will support pediatric cardiovascular services and...
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Health Tips From Doc Smo!
Dr. Paul Smolen, also known as Doc Smo by his friends, is a pediatrician with 30 years of experience caring for children and families. He is currently a practicing pediatrician in Charlotte, NC. Doc...
View ArticleHouse Calls: What Should I Do If…
What should I do if my child gets a nosebleed? Nosebleeds are a fairly common occurrence in children, but all that gushing blood can still send concerned parents into a panic. Nosebleeds can be easily...
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Quick Snack Ideas: 200 Calories or Less!
Without a little planning and a few fresh ingredients, snack time can be “grab-what’s-in the pantry” time, often with little or no nutritional value. Try these fun, quick (quick being the key word)...
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Help For Little Hearts
“Pink or blue?” That was the only question on their minds when parents-to-be Casey and Charles Clark visited her OB/GYN office for a routine ultrasound. They were thrilled to learn they were having a...
View ArticleWHERE , OH, WHERE DID THE SUMMER GO?
It’s the middle of the summer, the heat is on, you’ve spent the last 2 months applying sunscreen, museum trips, play dates and you’re ready to send the little darlings back to school. Every parent’s...
View ArticleTop Five Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor
You won't know unless you ask, and some questions need immediate answers when it comes to your health. On Fox News Rising's health segment, Doctored Up, Dr. Robyn Brewer of Charlotte Medical Clinic...
View ArticleBehavioral Health Concerns On The Rise for Children
Doing more and sometimes doing less can be causing our children more anxiety than ever before. Experts point to less family time, less exercise and less sleep as potential causes of childhood anxiety,...
View ArticleGet some sleep!
If teething babies, late night chores and catching up on social media are not enough to keep us from sleeping, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) - a serious medical condition could be a source of sleepless...
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10 Labor Surprises to Prepare For
As expectant parents, you try to be prepared for the big day. You read books on childbirth and create a birth plan that is exactly right for you. Despite your best efforts, however, it's unlikely that...
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Keep Little Athletes Injury Free
With the beginning of the school year just around the corner, many of our Smarty kids will gear up for sports! Getting your child involved in community or school athletic programs can help establish...
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House Call: What To Do For A Head Injury
Brian Pope, M.D., Shiland Family Medicine Q: I'm worried about head injuries during sports. How do I know if my child needs medical attention? A: Unfortunately, head injuries to athletes are common and...
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Smarty September Event: Women’s Symposium – Empowering Women to Better Health
Smarties, do we have an amazing event in store for you, so get your calendars out and pen this in! This event is all about Y-O-U for a change, and it's sponsored by our friends at Carolinas HealthCare...
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Some CSP posts you CAN’T miss this week!
Smarties, we have LOTS going on this week, actually over the next month! So don't forget to wake up with us over your morning joe every single day! Here are your reminders for this week: The Extreme...
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