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The MCH Where kids come first newsletter |
April - May 2007 Vol. 1 - No. 1 |
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The Montreal Children's Hospital of the MUHC is pleased to introduce its new e-newsletter,
Where kids come first. Published six times a year and distributed via e-mail, Where kids
come first is a reliable source of information which focuses on children's health and well-being.
Here you'll find health articles, health tips, news from your hospital and a portrait of one of
our young heroes.
April is Cancer Awareness Month so we're featuring a story on Raphaël, a
patient being treated in the hospital's oncology department. You can also
read more about the Hematology/Oncology department in our spotlight
section, and see our reading recommendations such as Taking Cancer to
School, a book that helps parents talk to kids about the disease.
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Young Cancer Patient Raises Money to Help Others with the Disease
Raphaël has just finished his last chemotherapy treatment for a relapse of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.
In just a matter of months, this courageous 16-year old has raised more than $46,000 for the Saku
Koivu Foundation. +
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Once again, The Montreal Children's Hospital is on the cutting edge of
health care making sure our patients have access to the most up-to-date
procedures. One of the cardiologists at the MCH performed a procedure known
as Percutaneous Pulmonary Valve Implant on four patients.
This new treatment spared these patients from open-heart surgery and a long
and painful recovery. +
Be active, be alert
Physical activity and sports help kids and teens stay healthy. What's more, team sports are great
for kids' social development. We want our kids to be active, but we also want them to be alert to
prevent injuries. Here are some recommendations from the MCH Trauma and Injury Prevention Program
to help you play safe and stay safe. +
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Hematology/Oncology
The department provides diagnostic, treatment and long-term follow up of children
and adolescents with cancer or other blood diseases. +
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11 Ways to Raise a Healthy Child
As a parent, you play an important role in teaching your child about health care.
Here are 11 recommendations to help you with this important job. +
Hay Fever
It's spring, the sun is bright and everyone wants to play outside. But the fun can be cut short
if your child is allergic to pollen. Here is some advice on how to handle the symptoms of hay fever. +
For more articles on children's health and well-being, visit the Health Info section on our website.
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Taking Cancer to School - Cynthia S. Henry and Kim Gosselin
This book is written for children age six and up. It tells the story of Max, a young boy fighting
Leukemia. It explains the symptoms and treatment in a way children will understand.
It's a good choice for parents who need to talk to their children about the disease.
Reserve this book now at the MCH Family Resource Library
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