We’ve all been feeling the heat this summer as temperatures have hit record highs, but did you know heat affects children more than adults. With the recent news stories of children suffering from heatstroke after being left in a car, it is important to remember how heat can affect our children and what steps we should take to ensure their safety in the summer months.A heatstroke occurs when the body... View Article
It can be quite a challenge to incorporate more fruits and veggies into your family’s diet. At Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU, we fully understand this challenge, which is why we are offering two Green Smoothie and Nutrition classes. These free classes will offer tips from a registered dietician on trying new foods as a family and incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your family’s diet. You’ll also get... View Article
To celebrate the first summer of Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU’s new rooftop Children’s Garden, we’d like to share some fun ideas for activities you can enjoy in your favorite garden or outdoor spot. Make time for outdoor fun with friends and family this summer!Nature HuntNature hunts are a great way to get children outside and a fun way for them to learn about their natural surroundings. Make a... View Article
Whether sports and energy drinks live up to their healthy, helpful image is a popular news topic and a concern for medical professionals and parents alike. The following special report offers insight about how and when these drinks may be helpful – or if they should be avoided altogether – along with recommendations from Dr. Bill Shaw for safely staying hydrated before, during and after exercise.The usage of sports drinks... View Article
Six-year-old Abigail has always loved arts and crafts. From jewelry making to painting, her creativity is unleashed anytime she has art supplies. Unfortunately, her creativity and excitement has also come with a few accidents along the way. The first, a sliced cornea due to a run in with construction paper while doing crafts with her family, happened when she was just 4 years old.Abigail’s parents, Jessica and Eric, were worried the... View Article