Renown Children's Hospital

01/26/2026

It’s not too late to get a flu shot! Getting vaccinated against the flu helps protect your kids, loved ones and the community. By protecting yourself with a flu vaccine, you’re helping reduce flu cases and hospitalizations here in Washoe County.

Discover more about how flu shots work, why they matter and where to get vaccinated with Renown Health infection prevention expert Whitney Robinson below.

Whitney Robinson, Renown Health infection prevention expert, explains how flu shots help protect everyone, including your family and the community.

01/23/2026

Every mother deserves to feel seen, heard and supported. On , we highlight the importance of quality care and education that leads to healthier outcomes for mothers and babies.

From first kicks to first cuddles, Renown Health is here for you with expert care and support through every stage of your pregnancy journey. Discover more: https://www.renown.org/Health-Services/Womens-Health/Having-a-Baby

01/20/2026

Did you know that you can schedule your child’s first visit with a Renown pediatrician with the click of a mouse? That’s right – if you’re looking to establish care with a new primary care doctor for your kiddo, all you need to do is log onto MyChart to book an appointment. It’s that easy!



Learn more at renown.org/appointments.

01/17/2026

The power of music therapy is alive and well at Renown 💜

Some of the sweetest moments at Renown Children's Hospital happen inside Sophie's Place. This remarkable music therapy room, made possible by the incredible generosity of our donors, is designed for pediatric patients. It provides a haven for children (like Gabe and LeAnne, seen here) and their families to experience the healing power of music therapy and engage in healing arts.

Learn all about Sophie's Place and the healing influence of music: https://www.renown.org/About/Renown-Health-Foundation/Programs/Sophies-Place

01/14/2026

Renown Health has recognized the healing power of animals in the healthcare setting since 1997. Their pet therapy program is home to a wide range of registered therapy dogs and their handlers.

Shelbi Whitehead, Manager of Volunteers and Healing Arts at Renown (joined by therapy dog volunteer Moose), shares more about Renown’s pet therapy program with KRNV News 4’s .

01/11/2026

It’s time for some urgent care myth-busting! Did you know that urgent care isn't just for adults? Most practices, including all 12 Renown Urgent Care locations, are equipped to treat patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly.



Reserve a spot for your kiddo ahead of time at renown.org/urgent.

01/09/2026

Did you know that human papillomavirus (HPV) affects 13 million Americans, including teens, every year? HPV is a sexually transmitted disease that can lead to several cancers, including cervical, a**l and vaginal cancer.

Fortunately, a vaccine can prevent more than 90% of HPV cancers when given at the recommended ages.

Discover more about the HPV vaccine and when you should consider getting your child immunized: https://www.renown.org/blog/how-the-hpv-vaccine-protects-your-health

01/09/2026

Toyland was in full swing at Renown this past Christmas Eve! Our Child Life team turned Mack Auditorium at Renown Regional Medical Center into the annual “Snow Pile,” a free holiday toy shopping experience. Parents whose children were in the hospital over the holidays had the opportunity to pick out and wrap a Christmas present for their child.

Thank you, Child Life team, for helping bring a little bit of joy to our patients during their hospital stay! 💜

01/08/2026

That's a wrap on another INCREDIBLE year partnering with Renown Children's Hospital! 💜 Thank you to everyone who shopped local, bought a box of coffee, and allowed us to give back and support the amazing things Renown is doing for the kids in our community.

If you didn't know, for every box of coffee that we sell at our stores, we give back a portion of the proceeds to Renown Children's Hospital all year round. We can't wait to see what we can do in 2026!

01/07/2026

January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month. Birth defects affect 1 in 33 babies born in the U.S. and can impact physical, developmental or functional health. While some causes are known, many are not – making awareness, early screening and access to care especially important.

Learn more at cdc.gov/birth-defects.

01/07/2026

🍦💛 A huge shoutout to Handel's Reno Ice Cream for an incredible first year as a local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals partner!

Thanks to their generosity and the amazing support of our community, Handel’s Reno raised $1,293.55 in 2025 for Renown Children's Hospital, directly benefiting local kids and families. We’re so grateful to everyone who showed up, scooped ice cream, and gave back. We can’t wait to continue this partnership in 2026 and see all the good we’ll continue to do together! 💛✨

01/05/2026

Is it a sore throat, or could it be strep throat? Knowing the difference can help you decide when to seek care. Learn the signs, symptoms and when visiting urgent care is the right next step below.

Strep throat or sore throat? Get rapid testing & same-day treatment at Renown Urgent Care. Extended hours, no appointment needed. Feel better fast.