Reghan’s Story: How a Turner syndrome diagnosis led to new career goal

Sixteen-year-old Reghan Dukes longed for answers. After a few appointments with her primary care physician, the possibility of Reghan having Turner syndrome…

The Roberts Brothers: UF Health Pediatric Neurosurgeon Gets Them Back to Normal

Broward Roberts became familiar with UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital’s neurosurgery team at an early age. The discovery of a sacral dimple during his…

How children can safely return to sports activities after a COVID-19 infection

Parents are still learning how best to manage their children’s health after a COVID-19 infection. This is especially true for children with long-term…

Little Fighter: Julianna Driggers’ Battle with Neuroblastoma

“Make sure you fight." Jennifer Driggers uttered those four words to her daughter the day after Julianna was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, an aggressive form…

Keeping families informed about the COVID-19 vaccines available for children

Families are beginning to ask more questions about when COVID-19 vaccines will be offered to children younger than 16, and how safe and effective they will be…

The art of pediatric patient care

Anthony Macchio was already familiar with UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital. After his second daughter, Isabel, was born with a heart defect in February…

Helping Kids Keep From Spreading COVID-19

During the COVID-19 crisis, it is important to create a sense of safety for children. These are uncertain times, and our kiddos might be feeling anxious — or…

Rylan’s Recovery

UF Health pediatric neurosurgery team saves Rylan from traumatic brain injury. It was about 8 a.m. on March 20, 2019, when Rylan Lord took his family’s ATV out…

Mikah’s Story

Living a normal life with a rare form of glioblastoma One day in January 2018, Mikah Phillips came home from school with a headache. After it persisted, his…

Kashton’s Story

When a fall left Kashton with severe burns, UF Health pediatric surgeons provided the specialized care he needed to get back on his feet. It was a typical…

Publix continues 27-year tradition of supporting children’s hospitals with coupon campaign

Publix Super Markets Inc. is inviting customers to “Put Your Money Where the Miracles Are” by donating to UF Health Shands Children’s Hospital, the local…

UF graduate students develop virtual crash cart to help save lives in an emergency

When a patient’s condition rapidly deteriorates in a hospital or an acute care clinical setting, care providers quickly wheel out a piece of equipment known as…