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children

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Kidney transplants turn sick babies into tree-climbing kids

‘I’m so thankful to be taking care of normal kids’ stuff instead of life-and-death issues.’

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Pediatric research saves lives

A surprise reunion between doctor and patient provides an affirming moment.

U.S. birth rate records first rise in 7 years

CDC report also finds teen birth rate at lowest level ever.

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Finding the right diagnosis

When Mikaela got sick on spring break, doctors thought it was a virus. Only their perseverance revealed that she had a rare blood disease.

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‘A chance for Anya’

Little girl flies halfway around the world for breakthrough cancer treatment.

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A step in the right direction: Treating clubfoot sans surgery

'When I learned about people with clubfoot who are professional athletes, I knew I didn't need to worry about my baby.'

Autism may differ in boys and girls

Identifying and understanding brain differences may improve how autism is diagnosed and treated.

Paging Dr. Kiddo

Hundreds of children become doctors for a day–practicing surgery and caring for infants.

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Risky business: Teens and allergies

Help your teens live a full life—and stay safe—despite food allergies.

Happy Hatter program delivers for kids with cancer

Children and teens scored hats, lots of hats.

Pediatricians’ group opposes legal marijuana

‘Marijuana can be very harmful to adolescent health and development,’ noted an author of the policy.

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Meet the Crudens: Writing their own story

Three of the five members of the Cruden family have heart defects, but they choose to not let it define their lives.