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Birth Control: Depo Provera®

Learn about the birth control option for women, Depo-Provera.

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Whole Body Cooling

In the NICU, your baby may get a special kind of care, called whole body cooling (also called therapeutic hypothermia). This treatment lowers body temperature so the body slows down and uses less energy.

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Clean Catch Urine Collection

This Helping Hand™ explains what steps to take if a clean catch urine specimen is ordered for your child.

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Patient Safety in the Health Care Setting

We are committed to giving quality health care to your child and keeping them safe while here. Parents or legal guardians play a vital role in the effort by being actively involved and informed.

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Antibiotic Resistance

Antibiotic resistance means that bacteria have changed and cannot be killed by the antibiotics. These bacteria are called drug-resistant bacteria. This means that some antibiotics may not work if your child needs them in the future.

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Joint Injection

The joint injection procedure helps relieve pain in joints caused by arthritis.

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Ostomy Care: Ordering Supplies

Your child may need different ostomy supplies as he grows and gets older. Learn how to care for your child's ostomy and order supplies.

Anorectal Malformation (ARM) or Imperforate Anus: Male

In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss the symptoms and treatment of anorectal malformations (imperforate anus) in males. Different types of ARMs include perineal fistula, rectourethral fistula, cloaca and no fistula. Young boys may be at risk for urology, spine and sacrum problems.

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Ovarian Neoplasm

This Helping Hand™ highlights ovarian neoplasm, which is an abnormal growth of cells in the ovary. It can be benign or malignant. Symptoms include abdominal bloating, weight loss, and fatigue. Treatment usually involves surgery and chemotherapy.