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Teen's Unexplained Pain Diagnosed as Cancer

When a young patient showed up with unexplained pain, her family didn't stop until they found the answer: cancer. Treatment at UVA Health Children’s saved her life.

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Finding New Milestones for Preemies

Preemie milestones aren’t the same as those of other kids. A new study at UVA Health Children’s aims to pinpoint milestones to help preemies grow.

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A Baby in Liver Failure Finds a Living Donor

When baby Josie’s liver began to fail, she needed a liver donation. A living donor stepped up to give this child an incredible gift.

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Family of 5 sits on porch around son who survived cancer

6 Ways a Local Family Navigated Childhood Cancer

They share what they’ve learned after over a year and a half of treatment, and what’s next.

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Posted: October 8, 2024

UVA Health Children’s Named No. 1 Children’s Hospital in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report has named UVA Health Children’s, part of UVA Health, the No. 1 children’s hospital in Virginia for the fourth consecutive year.

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Posted: October 7, 2024

Newsweek Ranks UVA Health University Medical Center Among America’s Best Specialized Hospitals

Seven specialties at UVA Health University Medical Center and UVA Health Children’s are ranked No. 1 in Virginia and among the top 50 nationally by national news publication Newsweek.

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Posted: September 25, 2024

Scientists Discover Important Blood Pressure ‘Switch’

School of Medicine researchers have discovered how certain cells have the amazing ability to transform their function to help our bodies control our blood pressure.

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Healthy Balance Blog

When to Worry: Early Signs of Childhood Cancer

Bruises, bumps, and tummy aches are a normal part of childhood. But they can also be early warning signs of childhood cancer.

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Meet Pediatric Neurosurgeon Heather Spader

Heather Spader, MD, shares why she loves working with children and their families.

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Can Social Media Be Good for Teenagers?

Social media's not all bad. Our expert shares what the potential benefits are for teenagers and how parents can help.

Healthy Balance Blog

Are Weighted Sleep Sacks Safe?

Weighted sleep sacks promise a full night of sleep. But there's little data to back these claims. More importantly, these products may not be safe.