‘The flu’ may not be the flu
Influenza can come on suddenly, with symptoms often including fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches and fatigue.
Children’s Stories
Read health tips from our experts as well as stories by patients, families and staff about kids’ health and their experiences at Children’s Minnesota.
Ear-infection prevention, diagnosis and treatment
Gigi Chawla, MD, joined "WCCO Mid-Morning" to discuss the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of ear infections in kids.
Minneapolis girls see marathon as chance to help others
Members of the Team Superstars charity endurance team aren’t the only ones to use the Twin Cities Marathon as a chance to give back to the kids of Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota. A pair of Minneapolis girls found a blister-free way to make an impact on race day.
For all you did to Give a $5, we give thanks
You gave us high fives, and for that we give you applause. Your donations and support are humbling. Let’s keep up the momentum in 2016 using #givea5.
5 tips for safe sledding
Sledding is a great way to spend time outdoors and be active in the winter months, so it’s important to highlight the safest ways to enjoy this fun sport.
Children’s Pedcast: Understanding concussion and head trauma
Robert Doss, PsyD, a clinical neuropsychologist at Children's Minnesota, discusses concussions and traumatic brain injuries; kids in sports; the upcoming film "Concussion"; and how a parent can advocate for a child if a concussion is suspected.
Santa Claus, St. Paul police deliver presents
The annual Cops & Kids event came to Children’s – St. Paul.
New York Times essay by Dr. Stefan Friedrichsdorf: A Chance to Live for a Dying Child
Dr. Friedrichsdorf’s essay tells the story of Ethan Butler and his family.
Evidence-based practice scholars
We have a special edition of Five Question Friday, highlighting five members who have participated in our evidence-based practice scholars program.
Early childhood in America
“The Raising of America” is airing across the U.S. in an effort to spark a national discussion by exploring the history of policies that impact children’s earliest years.