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Will my child have a seizure again? 75% of children will not have any further seizure activity. Could my child die from a seizure? Death after a first-time, unprovoked seizure is very rare. Does brain...
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What is the chance of my child having another febrile seizure? It is hard to predict if your child will have another febrile seizure. If your child does have another febrile seizure, it will likely be like...
February 2026
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Navigating challenges in blended families
Explore effective ways for blended families to communicate, adapt and create a nurturing environment for kids adjusting to change.
Dr. Bridgette Jones Receives NIH Funding to Bring Pediatric Clinical Trials to Rural Areas in Kansas
Drs. Jones and Davis are using this grant to expand their projects work as one of the top Environmental Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Institutional Development Award (IDeA) States Pediatric Clinical Trials...
Pregnancy preparation: Your guide to a healthy start
Discover essential tips for pregnancy preparation to support your journey to parenthood with confidence and care at Children's Mercy.
Drs. Jeffrey Colvin, Hank Puls Receive NIH Grant to Study Whether State Policies Improve the Health and Wellbeing of Children
This study will examine state safety net policies to identify whether they improved the health and wellbeing of children in families with low socioeconomic status. The team will research four policies...
January 2026
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2026
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Top eczema myths parents should stop believing
Eczema myths can confuse parents. Uncover the truth and gain confidence in caring for your child's skin with our expert insights.
Dr. Todd Bradley Receives More Than $1 million in NIH Funding to Study Pediatric Immune System Response to HIV Vaccines
Dr. Bradley’s team is collaborating with Duke University School of Medicine researchers in hopes of bridging the gap in this knowledge by discovering more about the pediatric immune system in preclinical...
December 2025
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Dr. Mark Connelly Receives NIH Grant to Study Preventive Mind-Body Treatment for Pediatric Migraine
Dr. Connelly’s study is testing a nonpharmacological, noninvasive brain-computer interface that delivers a mind-body treatment aimed at modifying cortical excitability — a key vulnerability factor for...
Snow day magic: Creative crafts and cozy fun for the whole family
When the snow starts falling and school gets canceled, it’s the perfect opportunity to turn your home into a winter wonderland of creativity and connection. Whether you're looking to bundle up and head...
What parents should know: Giving your child a cell phone
Many parents wonder when the right time is to give your child a cell phone. There isn’t one perfect answer, but there are things you can think about to help make the best choice for your family. Keep...
Cerumen Removal
References Dinces, E. A. (2025). How to remove cerumen manually and with irrigation. In the Merck Manual Professional Version. Merck & Co., Inc. Retrieved September 24, 2025, from...
Irrigation for Ear Foreign Body Removal
References Cantu, M. (2024). Foreign bodies of the ear, nose, airway, and esophagus. In D. M. Kamet (Ed.), Quick reference guide to pediatric care (3rd ed., pp. 481-424). American Academy of Pediatrics.
Laceration: Considerations for Sedation
If in Urgent Care or Kansas ED, assess whether patient is high risk for sedation (i.e., patient or family has had problems with sedation in the past, complex medical history, abnormal airway, etc.) In this...
Lacerations: Consideration for Closure
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Managing pediatric food allergies during the holidays
Navigate the holidays safely with tips for managing food allergies, from diagnosis to allergy-friendly recipes for your family.