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Dictionary: Aorta for Parents
The aorta is the major blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to the rest of the body.
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Dictionary: Left Ventricle for Parents
The left ventricle pumps blood full of oxygen out to the body.
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Dictionary: Interstage Period for Parents
Babies with hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) need three surgeries. The time between the first and second surgeries is called the interstage period.
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Dictionary: Right Ventricle for Parents
The right ventricle pumps blood low in oxygen to the lungs.
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Dictionary: Left Atrium for Parents
The left atrium receives blood full of oxygen from the lungs and then empties the blood into the left ventricle.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Enjoying Holidays, Celebrations, and Gatherings Safely for Parents
Events and holidays are different as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Here are some ways to enjoy them safely.
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Hand Washing: Why It's So Important for Teens
Did you know that the most important thing you can do to keep from getting sick is to wash your hands? If you don't wash your hands frequently, you can pick up germs from other sources and then infect yourself.
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Dictionary: Blalock-Taussig-Thomas (BTT) shunt for Parents
A Blalock-Taussig-Thomas (BTT) shunt is a small, soft tube that lets blood in the body be redirected.
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The COVID-19 Vaccine (Topic Center) for Parents
Questions about the COVID-19 vaccine? Find answers here!
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COVID-19: Understanding COVID-19 Vaccines for Parents
Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is the best way to prevent the spread of the virus and protect families from serious illness. Watch this video to learn about how the vaccines work.