Children's Health Cancer and Blood Disorders

02/02/2026

To celebrate International Play Therapy Week, our play therapists are sharing simple activities you can try at home to help kids move, create and connect.

Learn more about the power of play in this podcast episode: https://bit.ly/4rok5QD

01/29/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our Dallas CICU and Plano PICU on earning the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) 2025 Beacon Award for Excellence – Silver!

This recognition was possible because of these teams' tireless dedication, passion and teamwork. Way to go!

01/28/2026

Weeks of stomach pain led to a life-changing diagnosis for Brayden: ulcerative colitis (UC). His condition was so severe, he lost nearly a quarter of his body weight and spent 26 days in the hospital, while his family prayed for a breakthrough.

With expert care at Children’s Health, Brayden’s medications finally worked. As he left the hospital, his team lined the halls to cheer him on. Today, he’s a thriving junior in high school, a licensed driver and a budding photographer. Read Brayden’s full story: https://bit.ly/4q2WWlI

01/23/2026

Update as of Jan. 28: Following the winter weather, Children’s Health has resumed normal operations.

✅All Children's Health clinics, hospitals and locations are open at their normal times.

We'll share updates here and on our website if conditions change. Thank you for your patience as we prioritized the safety of our patients, families and team members. https://bit.ly/3NAwKkV

01/23/2026

Bundle up ❄️ Cold weather is here!
Erika, one of our NICU nurses, shares tips to help keep your baby warm and safe, from smart layering to car seat safety. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WbOgNN

01/23/2026

Don’t miss insights from Dr. Ksenya Shliakhtsitsava, Pediatric Hematologist and Oncologist and Assistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical Center, during a U.S. News and World Report webinar on Monday, Jan. 26.

Dr. Shliakhtsitsava and fellow experts will highlight innovations in cancer treatments and the latest efforts to improve quality of life and manage the long-term impact of cancer care. Reserve your spot today.

1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET (Virtual Event)

01/21/2026

Looking to stay prepared this cold and flu season?

Dr. Holy Chor, pediatrician at Children’s Health Primary Care, shares five essentials to have on hand for common symptoms.

01/19/2026

Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through service. Our team members joined volunteers at MLK Fest 2026 for a neighborhood cleanup. We’re grateful for everyone who came together to support the community.

01/16/2026

Our Patient Ambassador Abbey had a blast challenging the Dallas Stars to a drawing competition and the results were epic! 💚 🏒

01/16/2026

HopeKids invites you to its February events.
If you have a child, ages 0 to 18, who has a life-threatening medical condition, you can apply to become a HopeKid through a quick and easy two-part application process at https://www.hopekids.org/become-a-hopekid/ or by scanning the QR code on this flyer. Once a family is approved for HopeKids, they can access the calendar and start registering for FREE events!
Please keep in mind this is only a small list of the events that HopeKids provides, as they offer more than 20 events a month. The HopeKids calendar full of events that create a unique support community for families both virtual and in person.

01/15/2026

Legend lives up to his name. Born three months early and facing life-threatening complications, he received specialized care at Children’s Health. With the support of an expert team, he’s now a joyful 4-year-old who loves dinosaurs and playing with his twin sister. Read his remarkable journey: https://bit.ly/3LuzsYn

01/13/2026

Ever wonder how your gifts and interests could make a difference? Max uses his love of gaming to help our patients pause, unwind and just enjoy being a kid. 🎮🎈

Turn what you love into impact. Become a volunteer at Children’s Health: https://bit.ly/4ceLsFb

01/12/2026

Since it's award show season, we'd like to recognize just a few of the many stars in our midst. ⭐

01/09/2026

As families settle back into routines and daycare classrooms fill up again, germs tend to spread fast. 🤧 While you can’t prevent every illness, there are ways to reduce your child’s risk. Dr. Carla Garcia Carreno, Director of Infection Prevention and Control at our Plano campus shares simple tips with Care.com to help kids stay healthier at daycare: https://bit.ly/49auERa

Explore effective ways on how to prevent daycare sickness and minimize the risk of infections for your little one.

12/18/2025

HopeKids invites you to its January events.
If you have a child, ages 0 to 18, who has a life-threatening medical condition, you can apply to become a HopeKid through a quick and easy two-part application process at https://www.hopekids.org/become-a-hopekid/ or by scanning the QR code on this flyer. Once a family is approved for HopeKids, they can access the calendar and start registering for FREE events!
Please keep in mind this is only a small list of the events that HopeKids provides, as they offer more than 20 events a month. The HopeKids calendar full of events that create a unique support community for families both virtual and in person.

12/07/2025

Scholarship opportunity: $500 award for the 2025/2026 school year at a college/university/vocational school for 1 oncology patient and 1 hematology patient.

Applications due no later than Feb. 1, 2026.
This scholarship is sponsored by the Dallas/ Fort Worth chapter of the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses. DFW-APHON is a pediatric nursing organization dedicated to assisting families affected by cancer and chronic hematological disorders.
Applications for these scholarships will be reviewed and the winner chosen by a panel consisting of a pediatric hematology/oncology nurses and advanced practice hematology/oncology nurses.

ELIGIBILITY:
1. Any child who has been or is presently being treated for childhood cancer or chronic hematological disorder.
2. Diagnosis of childhood cancer or chronic hematological disorder prior to 21 years of age.
3. Child may apply more than one time, unless previously awarded this scholarship.
Questions? Reach out to your clinical team or email DFWAPHONscholarship@gmail.com
To apply, complete this online form:

11/18/2025

HopeKids invites you to its December events.
If you have a child, ages 0 to 18, who has a life-threatening medical condition, you can apply to become a HopeKid through a quick and easy two-part application process at https://www.hopekids.org/become-a-hopekid/ or by scanning the QR code on this flyer. Once a family is approved for HopeKids, they can access the calendar and start registering for FREE events!
Please keep in mind this is only a small list of the events that HopeKids provides, as they offer more than 20 events a month. The HopeKids calendar full of events that create a unique support community for families both virtual and in person.

10/20/2025

HopeKids invites you to its November events.
If you have a child, ages 0 to 18, who has a life-threatening medical condition, you can apply to become a HopeKid through a quick and easy two-part application process at https://www.hopekids.org/become-a-hopekid/ or by scanning the QR code on this flyer. Once a family is approved for HopeKids, they can access the calendar and start registering for FREE events!
Please keep in mind this is only a small list of the events that HopeKids provides, as they offer more than 20 events a month. The HopeKids calendar full of events that create a unique support community for families both virtual and in person.

09/30/2025

Thanks to My NBC5 for sharing Lauren's talent as for September, National Month.

Discover Lauren's powerful advocacy journey from battling sickle cell disease to inspiring others this awareness month.

09/30/2025

Register online to attend
https://childrens.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Sbc4j25YTn6WYM5Wib7_Cw #/registration

09/26/2025

09/24/2025

A day outside to support Camp Jubilee- A Camp For Kids With Sickle Cell Disease - a weeklong summer camp for more than 100 kids treated at Children's Health

The Sick of Sickle Cell 5k is on Saturday October 18, 2025. It includes the following events: 5k Run/Walk and Kids Run/Walk.