Showing Stories tagged with: Children's Health
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August 9, 2024
Hospital Program Addresses Food-Insecurity
The team at UVM Children’s Hospital wanted to provide help and ensure families would accept assistance – without any stigma.
July 24, 2024
Beat the Back-to-School Jitters
A child psychiatrist’s expert advice on easing the summer transition.
December 11, 2023
Winter Coats and Car Seats
Did you know a puffy coat can be dangerous for a child in a car seat?
December 11, 2023
Toys That Top the Naughty List
Our pediatric expert shares what to skip this holiday season.
September 27, 2023
‘Small, But Mighty’
How UVM Children’s Hospital helped save the life of an infant with brain cancer.
September 25, 2023
Expanding Transgender Health Care Access for Adolescent Youth
Gender-affirming care is crucial for transgender youth – that’s why the UVM Children’s Hospital program is committed to creating an inclusive environment for care.
September 5, 2023
Is Your Kid Being Bullied?
Chances are yes. Our child psychiatrist offers 6 tips to help.
August 15, 2023
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Team Shares Knowledge Across Vermont
UVM Children's Hospital duo created Pedi2Go, a program that trains and helps to equip EMS services to provide the specialized care children need in the field.
July 3, 2023
Hot Cars and Kids Don't Mix
Heatstroke deaths are the leading cause of non-crash-related auto fatalities for children ages 14 and younger.
January 18, 2023
Food Insecurity 101
Watch how a simple 2 question UVM Children’s Hospital screening tool is making a difference in the lives of the children and families.
December 5, 2022
Air Travel With Children: How To Use Car Seats on Airplanes
Most people know their infant, toddler or young school-aged child needs a car seat or booster in the family vehicle. Car seats also keep children safe on airplanes. Here’s some information for anyone planning air travel with children.
November 23, 2022
Travel Has Changed, But Car Seat Safety Remains
Car crashes are a leading cause of death and injury for children. In many cases, these deaths and injuries can be prevented by use of car seats, boosters, and seat belts. Here are some child passenger safety tips and reminders.
November 7, 2022
Winter Coats & Car Seat Safety
Temperatures are falling and it’s time to start dressing for colder weather. You might be getting your child’s winter jacket from storage or purchasing something to keep a new baby warm. However, winter coats and snowsuits may be dangerous for children to wear in a car seat. Why could a winter coat be dangerous? In
October 24, 2022
House Calls May Be History, but School Calls Are Just Getting Going
For kids in Winooski, a doctor’s appointment doesn’t mean missing class.