Influenza sees record highs at Children’s Minnesota
Experts now consider the flu to be widespread in the US and Minnesota and it appears to be hitting kids harder. Children’s saw 325 lab-confirmed influenza cases during the last week of December. We also saw more flu-related hospitalizations during this period. Normally, 10-15 children are admitted to our hospitals in a week, but the last week of December saw 28 new hospitalizations for the illness.
Essential oils: Can they help kids heal?
At Children’s Minnesota, we use essential oils in a clinical setting to help produce effects on kids’ bodies and minds. Smells can produce a feeling of relaxation or sleepiness, and even help with nausea, headaches or fatigue.
Raising the unexpected: Charlie’s story of three open heart surgeries
Shelby Herlick’s son, Charlie, had undergone three open heart surgeries before he was 6 months old. Shelby talks about living life with the unexpected.
How to curb winter nosebleeds
During winter months, kids are spending more time in dry indoor air, which causes the inside of the nose to become cracked, crusted and itchy and may lead to nosebleeds. Learn more about what parents need to know about treating and preventing nosebleeds.
Tips to quit vaping
Quitting vaping isn’t easy, that’s why Dr. Anne Griffiths, pediatric pulmonologist and vaping expert at Children’s Minnesota, is sharing how parents can help their kids quit vaping and e-cigarette usage this year.
St. Paul police bring holiday cheer to patients at Children’s Minnesota
The kids at our St. Paul hospital got a got a special visit from the Saint Paul Police Department and their friends from the North Pole: Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves.
How to stay safe when hitting the slopes
Skiing and snowboarding is a great way to stay active in the winter, but it can be dangerous. We’re sharing some tips on how to prepare your kids to stay safe on the slopes.
New Year’s resolutions for families and for kids
New year, new you. Adults aren’t the only ones who can make New Year’s resolutions. There are plenty of ways for kids to make resolutions and families to set goals to achieve together.
Patient family brings bravery to Children’s cardiovascular patients
The Dorsing family donated Bravery Boxes to Children’s Minnesota to honor the life of their son and brother Andrew, who was a cardiovascular patient at Children’s.
