The Mighty Blog features stories from around Children’s Minnesota, as well as health and wellness information for raising healthy kids.

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What is radon and could it be in my home?

One of the most dangerous things that can happen in a home is when natural gases, like radon, become exposed. January is Radon Action Month and Children’s Minnesota wants to keep you and your family safe from dangerous natural gases like radon.

Coronavirus: What Minnesota parents need to know

Coronavirus is a respiratory illness that looks similar to the common cold, influenza or pneumonia with symptoms like a fever, a cough or difficulty breathing. Here's what parents need to know about coronavirus, or COVID-19.

Work Here Wednesday: Now hiring for dietary aides

The heart of the dietary aide job is making families’ hospital stays easier and being a bright spot in a child’s day. Learn how you can help make sure everyone at Children's gets the nourishment they need to thrive.

Kid outside in the winter with scarf and hat on.

Why does my child’s asthma get worse in the winter?

This winter, keep your child healthy and safe from asthma flare-ups by knowing more about what triggers their asthma.

Honoring the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

On this day, Children's celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. – and the incredible contributions he made to advance civil rights, equality and justice for everyone.

Seasonal affective disorder: what parents need to know about SAD

As winter approaches, some kids may start to exhibit symptoms of seasonal depression, so we're sharing what parents need to know about SAD.

Furniture tip-overs: What parents can do to prevent injuries in the home

A child in the U.S. is injured every 43 minutes from a tip-over incident, but these injuries are often preventable if furniture and televisions are properly anchored.

Children’s Minnesota advocates for kids at the Capitol

Several bills aimed to improve the health and well-being of children will be discussed in 2020. focusing on issues ranging from tobacco and vaping to closing the state’s achievement gap.

Work Here Wednesday: Supervisor of Provider Enrollment

Children’s Minnesota is seeking to fill a management role in our Revenue Management department. The Supervisor of Provider Enrollment is responsible for overseeing three Payer Enrollment Coordinators and the workflows within the department.

Children’s Hospital Association announces $743,300 in pledges to Children’s Minnesota

Children's Hospital Association is continuing 90 years of support with record-breaking investments into programs that make a world of difference to Children's Minnesota patients and families.