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Orlando Health Receives “Best Children’s Hospital” Designation in 4 Specialties
Orlando, FL (June 21, 2023) – Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies have been recognized as Best Children’s Hospitals for 2023-2024 by U.S. News & World Report. Now in its 17th year, the rankings assist parents of children with rare or life-threatening illnesses and their doctors in choosing the right hospital for them.
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Endometriosis Seminar
Life shouldn’t stop when you get your period… but what if it does?
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Your Child’s Sick: Is It Asthma or a Cold?
Your child is coughing and sniffling. Is it a cold or virus? Let’s look at the differences to help you soothe your child and know when it’s time to see a doctor.
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Celebrating Independence Day
Happy 4th of July to all of our readers! As we take a break from our traditional blogs this week, we want to leave you with some great 4th of July tips to make your holiday a memorable one for your family. Independence day is filled with activities such as outdoor BBQ’s, family picnics and get togethers, parades, and of course, fireworks! Get your kids involved in the decorating, cooking, and games to get them excited about this special day.
Teaching your kids the meaning of Independence Day
Independence Day is more than good food and fireworks- it’s a celebration of our nation’s birthday. Explaining the meaning behind the words “independence”, “freedom”, “patriotism” will help your kids understand why we celebrate Independence Day. “Independence”- One of the most recognizable symbols of Independence Day is the American Flag. The flag is a great visual representation of the history and meaning of this day. Give your kids a short history lesson by making a homemade flag! All you need is a sheet of blue construction paper, strips of red and white paper, and star stickers. As your kids create their own American Flag, explain what the 50 white stars and 13 red and white stripes symbolize and how they fit into the history of Independence Day. “Freedom”- Independence Day is the celebration of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and essentially, our freedom. Read a kid-friendly copy of the Declaration of Independence together as a family and talk about the importance of the men who signed this document. Help your kids understand that with independence, comes a lot of freedom AND responsibility, something our nation faced on this very day. “Patriotism”- One of the ways we take pride in our nation is by singing The National Anthem. Print out the lyrics and sing along to a recording of The National Anthem to help them learn and remember the words to “The Star-Spangled Banner”.4th of July Fun
After a quick history lesson on the importance of Independence Day, get your kids in the festive spirit with 4th of July crafts and activities! Check out the Arnold Palmer Hospital Pinterest board that is dedicated to great decorating, food and craft ideas for the 4th of July that your kids will love. -
Jason Keeler, MM, MT-BC
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Why Am I Coughing? It Could Be the Flu — or Vaping
The outbreak of vaping-related lung injuries shows no sign of decreasing across the United States and, with the onset of flu season, it would be very easy to confuse the two. The symptoms are very much the same.
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Mom needs a play date!
Task after task, demand after demand, need after need. Sometimes I feel like this is my day to day mantra. When I hear myself getting to complaint after complaint, I know it’s time for a break. Parenting is often about responding to what may seem like an endless parade of needs and requests. If you also work away from home, you may be responding to additional “needers” but the process is pretty much the same.
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One simple test saved Lauren's life
When Lauren Doubleday was born, her parents were excited to welcome a happy, healthy baby girl. But less than 24 hours later, they were told that Lauren had a serious heart defect. The fact that this heart defect was even caught is thanks to one simple test - a pulse ox screening. For the past year, babies born at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies have received additional screening to check the oxygen levels in their blood. This simple test can signal potential heart defects and allows our team to intervene as soon as possible.
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Madison Jetvig, PA-C
Madison Jetvig is a certified physician assistant (PA-C) with Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children Craniomaxillofacial Surgery. She evaluates and treats young patients with craniofacial disorders, first assists in surgery and also has expertise with:
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Lauren Betancourt, PA-C
Lauren Betancourt is a board-certified physician assistant at The Heart Center at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children. Her mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate care while establishing trust with patients and their families. She specializes in: