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Video: Tutus, capes, hats bring smiles to patients at Mary Bridge
Thanks to the efforts of Janay Conner, a huge collection of superhero capes, fairy wings, magic wands, tutus and flower hats will allow children to dress up during visits to Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center. KOMO-4 News was there to capture the moment.
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Video: Good Samaritan innovations featured on Discovery Channel
A TV program that aired last week on The Discovery Channel highlighted the innovative work at the Children's Therapy Unit at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, Wash.
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Seattle Mariners begin 2013 caravan with visit to Mary Bridge
The Seattle Mariners kicked off their 2013 caravan tour on Wednesday with a special "Get Well" visit to MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital in Tacoma, Wash.
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Christmas spirit shines bright at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
It’s not quite the same as being home for the holidays, but Santa Claus still knows how to find 32 young patients and their families who will wake up Christmas morning at MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. “It’s humbling to see how many people have donated, especially in this economy,” said one mother whose son was recently diagnosed with leukemia. “People are so generous.”
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Santa makes early visit to Mary Bridge Children's Health Center
Children at the Mary Bridge Children's Health Center today were treated to some special gifts, thanks to an early visit from Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and their helpers from the Auburn Eagles Aerie 2298.
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Gift from preemie's mother reminds NICU parents they're not alone
“Five years ago, on Dec. 13, 2007, my daughter was born. She weighed 1 pound, 10 ounces. I was 24 weeks and five days along.” That’s the beginning of a letter that arrived this month, addressed to the moms and the dads who have a baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. The letter accompanied a box with a special gift inside.
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Drop-in clinics offer vaccines for flu, whooping cough
Drop-in clinics are offering free immunizations this week for all children from birth through age 18 in Tacoma, Gig Harbor and Puyallup.
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Handmade quilts 'a touch of home' for children at Mary Bridge
“When you see that smile on that little girl’s face, that’s what it’s all about,” said Kari Wilkinson, who crafted some of the items that were made for young patients at MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center in Tacoma.
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Halloween safety 101: treats
Halloween: it’s the one day of the year when kids and grownups alike can transform into anything their mischievous minds can imagine—from princesses and paupers to rock stars, wranglers, dinosaurs and divas. MultiCare dietitians and childhood safety experts offer these tips to keep your children safe while enjoying their Halloween bounty.
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Halloween safety 101: trick-or-treating
Halloween: it’s the one day of the year when kids and grownups alike can transform into anything their mischievous minds can imagine—from princesses and paupers to rock stars, wranglers, dinosaurs and divas. A tip for enjoying the day’s treats: Parents should take some extra safety precautions, especially as kids head out for trick-or-treating, says Laura Miccile, supervisor of the Center for Childhood Safety at MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Center.
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Halloween safety 101: costumes
Halloween: it’s the one day of the year when kids and grownups alike can transform into anything their mischievous minds can imagine—from princesses and paupers to rock stars, wranglers, dinosaurs and divas. Picking an outfit for your child is a big part of Halloween—but while you’re looking for the perfect superhero or princess costume, keep some guidelines in mind.
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Celebrate Child Passenger Safety Week with a free car seat check
When you look around inside your car, do you see children? If so, join us from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, for free car seat inspections in the parking lot of Babies "R" Us near the Tacoma Mall. The safety checks are led by the Mary Bridge Center for Childhood Safety in partnership with Safe Kids Pierce County.
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Food Allergies in Children
Food allergies in children are often confused with other food intolerance or behavioral changes. A food allergy is an immediate immune reaction to a particular food or beverage. Lactose intolerance or hyperactivity after eating sweets does not indicate a food allergy.
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