Ronald McDonald Houses gives families a place to stay when their children are sick and getting medical care. This holiday season, you can help those families through their donation drive (2:35) WCCO 4 Saturday Morning - Dec. 12, 2020
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Ronald McDonald House’s Giving Tree ProgramRonald McDonald Houses gives families a place to stay when their children are sick and getting medical care. This holiday season, you can help those families through their donation drive (2:35) WCCO 4 Saturday Morning - Dec. 12, 2020
What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder?Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children’s Minnesota shares how to cope with Season Affective Disorder, especially in the midst of a pandemic (3:04) WCCO 4 Mid-Morning - Nov. 4, 2020
Doctors Warn Hand Sanitizer Poses Health Risk To KidsDoctors say that hand sanitizers with methanol are prohibited but some have found their way on the market, Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield reports (2:27). WCCO 4 News At 5 - October 23, 2020
What Have We Learned About COVID & Kids?Many Minnesota children headed back into classrooms amid concerns about catching and spreading coronavirus (). WCCO Mid-Morning - October 14, 2020
Check In On Family On World Mental Health Awareness DayParents might worry how their kids are coping with COVID-19, social distancing and school, explains Dr. Sarah Jerstad, a pediatric psychologist at Children’s Minnesota (4:13). WCCO Mid-Morning - October 7, 2020
How Families Can Prep For Hospital Stays During COVIDDr. Lindsey Yock from Children's Minnesota explains (3:15). WCCO Mid-Morning - September 30, 2020
Many Parents Say They Won't Vaccinate Their KidsDoctors say it's critical to get vaccinated this year because the flu and the coronavirus have similar symptoms and a surge in flu cases could overwhelm the health system (3:32). WCCO Mid-Morning - September 28, 2020
Thursday Marks 'Give To Kids Day'Children’s Minnesota is home to the largest pediatric cancer and blood disorders program in the Upper Midwest. Jennifer Soderholm, president of Children’s Minnesota Foundation, discusses efforts to help kids battling cancer (3:31). WCCO Mid-Morning - September 24, 2020
Recommendations For Kids With Asthma During PandemicDr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children’s Minnesota, talks about caring for children who have asthma (4:23). WCCO Mid-Morning - August 19, 2020
Important To Keep Kids Up To Date On ImmunizationsNurse practitioner Patsy Stinchfield, senior director of infection prevention at Children's Minnesota talks about the importance of immunizations (3:28). WCCO Mid-Morning - August 12, 2020
Mother Donates Kidney To Toddler In NeedThe first year of 3-year old Maverick Morrell's life was filled with hospital and doctor's visits, Danya Bacchus reports (2:02). WCCO 4 News At Noon - July 17, 2020
Whatever Happens With Schools, Schedule Your Kids' Check-Ups AnywayDr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children's Minnesota, explains (3:54). WCCO Mid-Morning - July 15, 2020
How To Keep Kids Safe This July 4th Holiday WeekendDr. Gigi Chawla shares some tips for parents and families to stay safe (4:01). WCCO Mid-Morning - July 1, 2020
'U' Announces Breakthrough On Treating Fetal Alcohol Spectrum DisordersDoctors believe they're only beginning to understand the problems drinking alcohol while pregnant will lead to, Jeff Wagner reports (2:01). WCCO 4 News At 5 - June 19, 2020
More On The Rare COVID-19 Complication Concerning ParentsMultisystem Inflammatory Syndrome has many parents on edge, Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children's Minnesota, explains (4:24). WCCO Mid-Morning - June 17, 2020
Boy Can't Get Heart Valve Repair Due To COVID-19 Elective Surgeries DelayFor months, Josh and Amy Porter anticipated a springtime surgery to fix their son's leaking heart valve, but now they don't know when for sure he'll get the surgery, Bill Hudson reports (2:07).
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How To Keep Up With Your Kids' Health Checkups These DaysDuring this time when parents are concerned about COVID-19, there are many other really important health check-ups that kids still need, Dr. Gigi Chawla, chief of general pediatrics at Children's Minnesota, explains (5:22). WCCO Mid-Morning - April 8, 2020
OBGYN Specialists Bring Prenatal Care To The Curbside In BurnsvilleJohn Lauritsen explains how the unique drive-through service for expecting mothers works (2:13).
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Over 1,200 Dental Professionals Donate Time For 'Give Kids A Smile'They offered free dental work to children who need it but whose family can't afford it, Jeff Wagner reports (0:41). WCCO 4 News At 6 - February 8, 2020
What Parents Need To Know About Ear InfectionsDr. Gigi Chawla, chief of pediatrics at Children's Minnesota, shares some tips (3:09). WCCO Mid-Morning - January 29, 2020
Death Of Minnesota Infant Linked To Whooping CoughThe Minnesota Department of Health says a baby diagnosed with pertussis last August died in November after a three-month hospitalization, Ali Lucia reports (0:28). WCCO 4 News At Noon – Jan. 8, 2020
Flu & Cold Season Appears To Be Hitting Kids HarderThe number of flu-like outbreaks in schools spiked last month, explains nurse practitioner Patsy Stinchfield, senior director of infection control at Children's Minnesota (2:54). WCCO This Morning - January 8, 2020
Young Athlete Not Letting Spina Bifida Stand In His WayJimmy Trenary was born with spina bifida, which causes physical movement challenges and fluid to build-up in the brain, Marielle Mohs reports (1:58). WCCO 4 News At 5 - October 25, 2019
What To Expect From This Year's Flu SeasonNurse Practitioner Patsy Stinchfield, senior director of infection prevention at Children's Minnesota, talks all things flu (3:36). WCCO Mid-Morning - October 16, 2019
