Division Participates in NASPGHAN Conference
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CHOP colleagues had a record showing of posters, workshops and talks at the annual North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition meeting.
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Recipes for Kidney-healthy Delicious Snacks
Published on in Health Tip of the Week
Eating the right foods and snacks can support kidney health. Check out these two kidney-healthy recipes in honor of National Kidney Day.
CHOP Celebrates Grand Opening of Healthy Weight Food Pharmacy
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CHOP is proud to launch the first pediatric, hospital-based food pharmacy to promote healthy nutrition and address food insecurity.
How to Help a Child Who Is Overweight
Published on in Health Tip of the Week
What works and what doesn’t when it comes to helping an overweight child make changes to reach a healthy weight? Get tips to make healthy changes stick.
Better Health. Better Community.
Published on in Children's View
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia celebrates the fifth anniversary of the Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pediatric Care Center in West Philadelphia.
When Food Is Medicine
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Opened in fall 2018, the Food Pharmacy is expected to assist about 250 families each year in its current West Philadelphia location.
A Gift to Nourish Lives
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Home Plate teaches parents the skills to cook healthy meals at home. The initiative is designed to combat childhood obesity in low-income families.
How to Motivate an Inactive Child to Exercise
Published on in Health Tip of the Week
When it comes to motivating an inactive child to move more, start with their interests, find out what motivates them, and think outside the box.
Fun Ways to Keep Kids Active through the Winter
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Just because it’s cold out doesn’t mean your kids have to stay inside. Find great ideas to help kids (and adults) stay active through the winter, and all year long!
Happy National Pizza Day!
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With a little creativity and out-of-the-pizza-box thinking, this delicious crowd-pleaser can easily fit into any balanced meal. Find out how!