Play and Recreation During Hospitalization
Play and recreation can be therapeutic by giving children the opportunity to explore, express and process their healthcare experiences in a safe, non-threatening environment.
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Truth telling: Why honesty is the best policy
CHOP offers resources to help parents support their children and provide developmentally appropriate information regarding their medical care.
Heart Care Before Birth: Where Are We Now and What Does the Future Hold?
In this episode of Pediatric & Congenital Heart Talks, Jack Rychik, MD, provides a glimpse into the near future of fetal cardiovascular care, including insights on several new developments.
College Sign Language Classes in the Tri-state Area
Find a list of colleges and universities in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware that offer classes in American Sign Language.
Sending Your Radiology Imaging Records Electronically
CHOP offers patients and healthcare providers a safe and secure way to send medical imaging records to our radiologists electronically using lifeIMAGE.
FAQs about 504 Plans
This resource from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia provides information on 504 plans, which ensure reasonable accommodations for children who qualify.
Applying for Pennsylvania Medical Assistance (PAMA)
This resource from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia describes how to apply for PA medical assistance as secondary insurance.
Image Gently
Image Gently is an initiative of the Alliance for Radiation Safety in Pediatric Imaging that offers educational materials and resources for informed parents.
Getting an X-ray
This kid-friendly slideshow can help prepare your child for getting an X-ray. The information is also helpful for children with special needs.
Swallowing Lithium (Button) Batteries is Dangerous
These resources explain what lithium batteries are, how common they are in household items, how dangerous they can be if swallowed, and what symptoms your child may display if he swallows one.