Comer Children's Hospital

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Important Notice: expect Hyde Park-area traffic delays June 15-21.
If you are visiting our Hyde Park medical campus, Cottage Grove or Kenwood clinics between Monday, June 15, and Sunday, June 21, please plan for significant traffic and area road closures.

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The opening of the Obama Presidential Center will have a noticeable impact on parking and transportation on @UChicago's campus and in the surrounding neighborhoods. More information is on our website:
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While entering puberty is a natural part of growing up, the physical changes it brings can be unsettling. Pediatric and adolescent gynecologists answer common questions about the teenage menstrual cycle. https://t.co/aipELZcbYA

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Pediatric irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and pediatric inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are two abdomen ailments that sound the same but are distinctly different. Here's what parents and guardians should know: https://t.co/crqGsbwdvQ

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Join pediatric neurosurgeon Dr. Arthur DiPatri for Hydrocephalus Education Day, a free event for families and individuals living with hydrocephalus, on May 2. https://t.co/L2mKta60Tt

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Congratulations to Comer Children's 6 South and the 4 East Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit teams for being recognized with a Silver Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.

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See how we celebrated the holiday across Comer Children's this weekend: from the NICU and Child Life playroom to patient rooms and even the hallways.

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A special guest brought big smiles to Comer Children’s Hospital last week. Need a clue who it was?

That’s right — Steve Burns from Blue’s Clues! His visit, made possible by Starlight Children’s Foundation, also included toy deliveries to brighten patients’ days.

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RSV is unfortunately still spreading in Chicago at a high rate, and it can make infants especially sick. Dr. Daniel Johnson spoke with the Chicago Tribune about why RSV activity remains so high this late in the season. https://t.co/KsyV7hGP3K

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Happy 21st birthday to Comer Children’s Hospital! Even though Comer is all grown up, we’re still young at heart. Remoc joined the party with treats for our patients and staff.

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Over 2,500 infants die of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) a year. Learn what actions you can take to reduce the risk of SIDS. https://t.co/oGl0UemfEg

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Carbon monoxide (CO) has no smell, taste or color. During cold weather months, some methods of keeping warm can unintentionally cause CO poisoning. Learn how to keep safe: https://t.co/9CfdbEMuxL

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Last month, Santa Claus shared gifts and spread cheer across Comer Children's Hospital. It's not too late to help bring our patients more joy in the New Year: https://t.co/RP9LXkhwKE

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Happy New Year and birthday to the very first baby born at Comer Children's Hospital in 2026! Alora greeted the world at 2:44 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2026. 🎉

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A very warm thank you to all those who are helping to brighten the season for our young patients at Comer Children's. It's not too late — you still can help spread Comer Cheer! Learn how at: https://t.co/RP9LXkhwKE

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A big thank you to the Chicago Fire Department charity, Ignite the Spirit, for stopping by last week and making our patients’ holidays a little brighter.

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Patients at Comer Children's got a special call on a tablet from Santa Claus, via Cisco. Thanks to Cisco for spreading holiday cheer!

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It can be tough to discuss surgery with a kid. Comer Children's Lead Child Life Specialist Amy Carter offers some advice to families preparing for the big day.

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November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. Learn how doctors at Comer Children's use the latest research to treat young epilepsy patients: https://t.co/fX0r39yW5F

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Gynecology care isn't just for adults. Dr. Sasha Pradhan discusses some myths around adolescent gynecology, and how our team can help young patients.