Children’s Mercy Kansas City
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Safe Sleep, Safe Babies
This webpage describes ways to keep babies safe while they sleep. It explains that babies should always sleep on their backs, alone, and in a …
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Talking to Kids About Tragedies
2019
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This webpage describes how parents and caregivers can talk to kids about tragic events. It suggests being honest but using age-appropriate language, listening to children's …
We Care (Trauma-Informed Care)
This webpage explains how trauma-informed care is used to support children and families. It helps people who have experienced difficult or stressful events by understanding …
Powering Families: A Learning Series from Children’s Mercy
This webinar series offers guidance to parents and families to support their children’s health and well-being. It covers important topics, including safety and mental health, …
Resources for Children with Complex Medical Needs
This webpage offers resources available for children who have complex medical needs. It lists programs, support services, and helpful links for families and caregivers. The …
Helping Kids Navigate Tragic Shootings at Schools and Other Events
This article explains how parents and caregivers can help children cope after tragic events like school shootings. It explains signs of stress or trauma to …
A Community Initiative to Help Children Who Are Homeless
This article with video summary describes a community initiative aimed at helping children who are homeless by addressing their health needs. The program is based …
The Association of Nonaccidental Trauma with Historical Factors, Examination Findings, and Diagnostic Testing During the Initial Trauma Evaluation
2017
· Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital,
· Yale University,
· University of Washington,
· Brooke Army Medical Center,
· Uniformed Services University,
· Brown University,
· Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center,
· Children's Hospital Los Angeles,
· University of Southern California,
· Medical College of Wisconsin,
· Cardiff University
This article explores the correlation between various elements of history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests with a diagnosis of nonaccidental trauma (NAT) in children. It …
Is Your Community and Region Pediatric Disaster Ready?
The video describes how communities can prepare for disasters with a focus on children, who are more vulnerable in emergencies. Two tools are introduced: the …
Postacute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 in Children
2024
· Children's Hospital Colorado,
· New York University,
· Children's Hospital Los Angeles,
· University of Southern California,
· Children's Hospital of Philadelphia,
· Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center,
· University of Cincinnati,
· Nemours Children's Health,
· Columbia University,
· Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital,
· University of California, San Diego
The article is about the effects of COVID-19 on children after they recover from the virus. It describes how some kids experience ongoing symptoms, known …