Kite Strings Blog
Back-to-school vaccines are still important during a virtual return to school
Even though “Back to school” looks different this year, one thing hasn’t changed: The importance of making sure kids are up-to-date on all their required vaccinations.
Aug 20th, 2020View Post
A Toy Drive Close to the Heart
Never underestimate the power of community — or Nerf guns — to bring a smile to those who need it.
Aug 19th, 2020View Post
Youngest baby in the world with spinal muscular atrophy diagnosis receives gene therapy at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital
Danielle Coleman, MD, of Pediatrics Northwest knew during the first appointment with her 3-day-old patient that something was amiss.
Jul 20th, 2020View Post
New era of child-focused care for South Sound families
MultiCare announced plans to build a new standalone hospital for Mary Bridge Children's Hospital in Tacoma.
Jul 8th, 2020View Post
How to use fireworks safely — and avoid a trip to the hospital
Emergency rooms across the state are urging caution and awareness as we approach the Fourth of July.
Jun 30th, 2020View Post
Mary Bridge Children’s orthopedic surgeons and ED doctors partner for improved results
Mary Bridge Children's Hospital Emergency Department doctors and orthopedic surgeons work together to improve broken arm casting in the ED.
Jun 23rd, 2020View Post
You’re safe in our care: A letter to our communities from MultiCare hospital presidents
MultiCare hospital presidents from around the state share details with the community on what MultiCare is doing to keep patients safe when they come for care.
Jun 21st, 2020View Post
Speaking to children about race: advice from a pediatric mental health expert
Over the last few months, the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed an equally threatening and devastating hardship: racial discrimination and social injustice.
Jun 18th, 2020View Post
Winning smiles: Photo buttons help children see the happy faces of their caregivers
Mary Bridge Children's “Under This Mask is a Helper” button program is designed to help the child feel more comfortable about the person in front of them.
Jun 11th, 2020View Post
Parents: Be aware of Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) associated with COVID-19
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) is a rare but serious illness that has recently been seen in childen who have had COVID-19 or had been around someone with COVID-19.
May 29th, 2020View Post