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  • Ultrasound: Transcranial Doppler for Parents


    A transcranial Doppler ultrasound uses sound waves to evaluate blood flow (blood circulation) in and around the brain. Doctors order this test to check blood vessels when a problem is affecting blood flow to the brain.

  • A to Z: Sickle Cell Disease for Parents


    Learn about genetic disorders and diseases and conditions that affect the blood.

  • A to Z: Hemiplegia for Parents


    Learn about congenital disorders and conditions that affect the brain and central nervous system.

  • A to Z: Congestive Heart Failure for Parents


    In this condition, which can affect a child's breathing, activity, and growth, the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently and meet the needs of the body.

  • Health Care Providers: Neurologists for Parents


    A neurologist is a doctor who studies, diagnoses, and treats diseases and conditions that affect the brain.

  • Sickle Cell Disease for Parents


    Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder that makes red blood cells change shape and cause health problems. Find out how to help your child.

  • Cardiac Arrest for Parents


    Cardiac arrest is when changes in the normal electrical activity of the heart make it suddenly stop beating. Quick medical care is essential.

  • A to Z: Polyarteritis Nodosa for Parents


    Learn about polyarteritis nodosa (PAN), a rare disease causing inflammation of the blood vessels.

  • What Are Cocaine & Crack? for Parents


    Cocaine and crack are illegal drugs that produce an intense high and can cause a stroke, heart attack, or even death.

  • Sunless and Self-Tanning During Pregnancy for Parents


    It hasn’t been that well-studied, but there's no proof that self-tanners are harmful to an unborn baby.