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From Doernbecher to Tanzania
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist Dr. Sue Lindemulder knows that families are families, no matter where they are in the world. For the last three years, Dr. Lindemulder has organized and led a group of...
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A message from the Oregon Poison Center
In light of the recent arsenic and cadmium exposures in Southeast Portland, the Oregon Poison Center has the following message: The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and the Oregon...
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All tied up with latching
Nothing compares to the excitement of being a new parent. The bond between a mother and her baby starts to form soon after birth, and it happens in many ways. Mothers have to assist their newborns in...
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A day in the life of a Doernbecher doc
In her spare time, Dr. Guzman loves long-distance running. Here she is at the 2014 Paris International Marathon! For the last 12 years, Dr. Judy Guzman has cared for OHSU Doernbecher patients with...
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Let’s talk about gender
This article was written by Katie Vaughan and illustrated by Sol Linero. It originally appeared in the Portland Monthly 2016 Kids’ Health Annual magazine. When kids are bombarded with messages about...
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With Pokémon, not everything’s a ‘go’
Do your kids have Pokémania? Parents have a lot of questions about Pokémon GO, the latest augmented reality gaming sensation. With some headlines touting the benefits of the game and others bemoaning...
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Big gains for the littlest babies
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at OHSU Doernbecher Children’s Hospital is a special place – full of challenges, innovative technology and, perhaps most importantly, hope. Ranked among the...
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Safe sleep tips
I remember running into the Emergency Room and seeing nothing but tears: tears from the nurses and staff, tears from a distraught mother, and then tears clouding my own vision when I saw the lifeless...
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“13 Reasons Why” poses risks to Oregon youth
Although a fictional story, the television series “13 Reasons Why” focuses on very real issues that affect youth and young adults. The show’s graphic depiction of the traumatic life events that led to...
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The vaccine low-down: Protecting your children against chickenpox, meningitis...
This article was written by Katelyn Best and originally appeared in the Portland Monthly 2017 Kids’ Health Annual magazine. From DTap to measles, mumps and rubella, the list of vaccinations children...
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Lice do’s and don’ts
This article was written by Allison Jones and originally appeared in the Portland Monthly 2017 Kids’ Health Annual magazine. Six tips for treating the itchiest of childhood problems from OHSU...
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The power of immunization
I am a millennial, and as a member of the generation that includes the children of baby boomers, I’ve been spoiled. Our generation hasn’t seen the kids wearing braces as a result of polio. We haven’t...
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2017 in review: Doernbecher’s top stories
We rounded up 10 of the most-read blog posts from 2017. Take a look to see if there are any that you missed! 1. ’13 Reasons Why’ poses risk to Oregon youth The television series “13 Reasons Why”...
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Preventing the preventable: what you need to know about measles
Another large exposure of a dangerous infection: This is always a newsworthy event, but it often occurs in other parts of the world. Unfortunately, we have such an event currently happening in our area...
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When are antibiotics necessary?
Antibiotics save lives. We use antibiotics to treat infections, and there is no doubt that in many instances, antibiotics are truly lifesaving. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
View ArticleSmoke screen: Talking to your teen about the dangers of vaping
The Food and Drug Administration recently announced that teen use of e-cigarettes and other electronic nicotine delivery devices (known as vaping) has reached epidemic levels. While these devices can...
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How to talk to your kids about COVID-19
How can parents and guardians best help kids understand and process the COVID-19 pandemic? During stressful times, children – no matter what their age – want to know three basic things: Am I safe? Are...
View ArticleCOVID-19 and kids: Your questions, answered
Are kids immune to the virus that causes COVID-19? Kids are not immune to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. When they do contract the infection, however, they seem to have fewer symptoms and...
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Reopening and childcare: What are the risks of various options?
As many areas are starting to reopen services and workplaces following “Stay Home, Save Lives” orders, many families are needing to think about options for childcare. While many families have juggled...
View ArticleWhat to expect at your child’s yearly visit
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, there are some things that shouldn’t be put on hold – including your child’s health care needs. An annual physical exam, along with vision and dental screenings, could...
View ArticleTake care of yourself and your children this flu season
The number of vaccines administered to kids and adults in Oregon dropped dramatically during the first half of this year, according to the Oregon Health Authority. Hospitals are actively responding to...
View ArticleQ&A: Kids and the COVID-19 vaccine
As COVID-19 vaccines become available, parents and caregivers have a lot of questions about how best to keep their kids healthy and well. Below, our experts answer some frequently asked questions. When...
View ArticleCOVID-19 and infant care: Your questions, answered
Caring for a newborn is challenging for many reasons – but adding a pandemic to the mix often means extra stress. We sat down with Dr. Angela Douglas, a NICU and pediatric hospitalist who cares for...
View ArticleBack-to-school checkups are important – this year more than ever
As your child prepares return to campus after a long year of virtual and hybrid learning, it’s also a good time to plan for their annual physical. Along with vision and dental screenings, kids are...
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NICH goes electric!
NICH Partners with PGE’s Drive Change Fund for Sustainable Change The NICH (Novel Interventions in Children’s Healthcare) Program has become a known entity around the halls of OHSU Doernbecher...
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