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Panel discusses early childhood education and the film No Small Matter.

Children’s Minnesota hosts screening of No Small Matter in partnership with local organizations

As part of efforts to advocate for investment in early childhood development, Children’s Minnesota partnered with local organizations to screen No Small Matter and host a panel discussion on the film's key messages.

New internship program emphasizes equity and inclusion

James Burroughs, chief equity and inclusion officer, saw a need for a comprehensive internship program for diverse candidates. A month after starting at Children's, James launched the new program.

15 must-do’s at the Minnesota State Fair, according to our pediatrician

You may not think to ask a pediatrician to help plan your Minnesota State Fair trip, but Dr. Christine Hills, pediatric cardiologist, is a state fair expert. Check out her top fair recommendations!

Work Here Wednesday: Brandi Salas, Health Unit Coordinator

We spoke with Brandi Salas about her role as a health unit coordinator in our Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) and facial plastic surgery program.

Beating Cancer: RaZyia’s healing journey

RaZyia was just 5 years old when she began complaining of leg pain so intense she couldn’t walk on it or even sleep. After a day in the hospital, the doctor shared the devastating news — “We think it’s cancer.”

The healing power of pets

August 26 is National Dog Day! At Children’s Minnesota, we love all pets and we know kids do too. That’s why we have a program called Pets Assisting with Healing (PAWH).

Breast pumping shouldn’t hurt

Breastfeeding and pumping shouldn’t cause pain. We outlined some common causes of breast pain and how to prevent it.

How wrap-around care services help kids and families healing from cancer diagnoses

At Children’s Minnesota, we put kids first, and we know that kids get better quicker when we take care of the whole family. This is why we offer many services and amenities to the whole family in addition to typical health care services.

Work Here Wednesday: RN Clinic Supervisor II (Medical Specialties)

We are currently hiring for an RN Clinic Supervisor. This position will work with the diabetes and endocrinology, nephrology, and gender health specialties in five different clinic locations around the metro.

Dr. Marc Gorelick speaks on racism’s impact on health care

Dr. Marc Gorelick, Children's president and CEO, shares his thoughts on the new American Academy of Pediatrics policy: The Impact of Racism on Child and Adolescent Health.