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🎃 Getting ready for Halloween? Help kids stay safe by choosing visible costumes, checking treats before eating and staying alert around traffic while trick-or-treating. Find more tips from HealthyChildren.org: healthychildren.org/English/…
ALT A group of children wearing Halloween costumes, including a pumpkin, unicorn, dinosaur, shark, and astronaut, walk down a sidewalk. An adult follows behind, also in festive attire. They are outdoors with trees and grass around, suggesting a park or neighborhood setting.
Helping your teen navigate school starts with support at home. 📚 From building good study habits to managing stress, learn how you can help your teen succeed in school with tips from @healthychildren at: healthychildren.org/English/…
🚗💙 Gear Up & Unleash raised $44,234 for Children’s of Mississippi! Thank you to Herrin-Gear Automotive Group, sponsors, participants and volunteers for supporting Mississippi’s kids and families.
A backpack that's too heavy or worn incorrectly can cause back, neck and shoulder pain in kids. 🎒 Learn how to choose the right fit, pack school supplies safely and help your child carry their backpack comfortably: healthychildren.org/English/…
Six years ago this month, the Kathy and Joe Sanderson Tower was nearing its grand opening at Children’s of Mississippi.
Today, the seven-story tower remains an important part of Children’s, providing space for specialized care for kids across Mississippi. 💙
Cleft and craniofacial conditions can affect feeding, hearing, speech and more. At Children's of Mississippi, a team of specialists helps children get the coordinated care they need to grow and thrive. Learn more: umc.edu/news/CONSULT/2026/Ju…
Recess is more than playtime. @healthychildren says regular school-day breaks help kids stay active, build social skills, manage stress, and improve classroom learning. The AAP supports daily recess for students of all ages. Learn more: healthychildren.org/English/…
A new pediatric hospital medicine fellowship at UMMC will give physicians the opportunity to pursue advanced training in Mississippi. The two-year program at Children’s of Mississippi is expected to welcome its first fellows in July 2027. Learn more: umc.edu/news/News_Articles/2…
ALT Hobbs and Makala Garner, medical student, evaluate Maverick Hopkins of Vicksburg during morning rounds in the Batson Tower.
Tiny readers, big smiles! The NICU Read-a-Thon brought stories, smiles and special moments to the Wiser and Sanderson NICUs at Children’s of Mississippi. See more sweet moments from the celebration: umc.edu/news/News_Articles/2…
