As a mom of two, Cook Children’s Hospitalist Laura Romano, D.O. is often asked if her children get vaccinated. Learn why she always answers with a resounding "Yes!" here: tinyurl.com/bdz3u2m9

Going #backtoschool can cause a rollercoaster of emotions for kids of all ages. We asked Cook Children’s Psychiatrists Kia Carter, M.D. and Kristen Pyrc, M.D. about how they talk to their own children about returning to school. Read their advice here: tinyurl.com/bdhmt4bu

August has been proclaimed Gun Safety Awareness Month by Arlington, Prosper and Alvarado. The #AimforSafety program at Cook Children’s led this effort to spread awareness and education about proper gun storage and safety. tinyurl.com/4m6hzc3y

some things are bigger than the game 💜 thank you @cookchildrens for allowing us to use our platform as student-athletes to spread some cheer! #gofrogs | NCAA Women's Volleyball

Cook Children’s operates seven Neighborhood Health Centers in the Fort Worth area, and two more are on the way. They're all about providing top-notch health care, particularly for underserved children and families in our community. Learn more here: brnw.ch/21wM9tG

The Cook Children’s PrayerBear Den received a BEARY special donation this week: 4,800 teddy bears to be given to patients as a source of comfort, love and encouragement during their hospital stay. 🧸🧸CBS News Texas shares the McCarthy family’s story of hope and generosity below.

As your family heads outside to bodies of water to cool off and have fun during #LaborDay weekend, remember to #lifeguardyourchild. Read #watersafety tips here: tinyurl.com/3t723khu

Meet Jami, a dedicated case manager at Cook Children's Health Plan. She's on the front lines, helping families navigate complex health care challenges. Her work is crucial, but it's at risk due to a Medicaid contract denial by Texas HHSC. tinyurl.com/3694jtxc

Thanks to a research study underway at Cook Children’s and other sites nationwide, Triston received a particular type of genetic therapy for people with SCD. It isn’t a cure – but the therapy has been life-changing. Learn about the RUBY Trial here: tinyurl.com/yrjzhkx9

September is National Suicide Prevention Month and it can make the difference in someone’s life to have emotional & mental health support with access to resources. Cook Children’s psychiatrists Kristen Pyrc, M.D., and Akemi Watkins, M.D., share more here: tinyurl.com/mud3cnxv

Letter to the Editor in Dallas Morning News. “Cities lack community clinics for the same reason that frustrates patients and clinic staff — lack of funding. I applaud Cook Children’s for at least trying to help out by subsidizing clinics in areas of most need. rb.gy/asr02q

Fort Worth is growing fast and so is the need for pediatric critical care. Read why we’re exploring options to expand our Fort Worth campus: tinyurl.com/4uzek29b

***Emergency Management DRILL at Cook Children’s Medical Center – Fort Worth*** We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. However, it is important that we conduct these drills regularly to ensure that we are prepared to respond to any emergency situation.

It’s #ChildPassengerSafetyWeek! We spoke with Cook Children’s Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, Sharon Evans, about how to keep your kids safe in the car. Read her tips here: tinyurl.com/7r6h5b7b

Rebekah Jones, a longtime nurse at Cook Children's, has children who all have benefited greatly from Cook Children's Health Plan (CCHP). Now CCHP is at risk of losing its Medicaid STAR and CHIP managed care programs due to Texas HHSC's decision. Read more: tinyurl.com/2jfbdfz2