More young children around the country are thinking about or attempting suicide, reports show. At Children’s Mercy, we screen children for suicidal risk starting at age 12. Here’s why: May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
Children’s Mercy is one of the dozens of organizations helping children and families in Jackson County. Here’s how a new local tax is supporting these organizations and making a difference: May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
This Kansas City man didn’t let his childhood home stand in the way of his dream. He knocked down the house to complete a special place for kids in Kansas City. May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
More than 17,000 children are treated for lawnmower injuries each year, many of them 4-year-olds, experts say. Here are the most common causes of injury and death, and how to keep your family safe: May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
While it’s rare that children need to be prescribed opioids for pain or to manage disease, pediatric specialists at Children’s Mercy are advocating for guidelines to minimize their use for pediatric patients. May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
May is National Barbecue Month and the American Royal has plenty of events to help celebrate: May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
Wondering whether your teen should get a job this summer? Here’s some food for thought: May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
What do you do when your child says they’re in pain, but doctors can’t find anything medically or physically wrong? Many families turn to specialists at Children’s Mercy’s Rehabilitation for Amplified Pain Syndrome Program. May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
Do you have a young artist who’d love to share their work with all of Kansas City? Submit their work for the Young Artist Exhibition! May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments
Teens with medical conditions often miss school events and milestones. But not this month. Sixty patients had the chance to attend prom at Children’s Mercy — outfits and makeup included. Take a look: May 10, 2019vinayakNo Comments