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Ward 2 and Burns is a 22 bedded Orthopaedic, plastics and Burns ward which cares for children age 0 to 16 years. We will try our best to split boys and girls, who are at teen age. We aim to make your stay as comfortable as possible. When your child is admitted to the ward,… Continue Reading...

Measles is an infection that spreads very easily and can cause serious problems in some people. Having the MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine is the best way to prevent it. You are receiving this information as it is believed your child may have measles. A swab has been taken from your child...

There are a few tests your child may need at their Hearing appointment. The distraction test The distraction test is ideally used for babies who are developmentally 6 to 8 months old and assesses their ability to hear a sound and then turn to face it. The loudness of the sounds are varied to...

⚠ Important safety information Only those signed off as competent by a professional can carry out suction. Please contact the team if you need training. Suction must only be done on children and young people who have their own suction machine and have a care plan for suction written by a...

This resource explains what happens if your child has been in hospital for more than 90 consecutive days. The Children Act 1989 and 2004 makes it a legal duty for all staff at Sheffield Children’s Hospital to protect and promote the welfare of all children and young people to make sure they...

Nutrition is important for our mental health as well as our physical health. Following a healthy balanced diet can affect your mood in a positive way. Eat regular meals Aim for little and often. Your brain needs the right amount of nutrients regularly so that it can function properly. The brain...

You people may find it frightening to see your child having a major seizure. Although it may be difficult to stay calm, the majority of seizures do not cause any harm. The advice below will reduce any risks and help recovery. What to do depends on the type of seizure. Absence seizures Absence...

What is the front door group? The front door group is a pilot psychoeducational group for young people at the start of their CAMHS journey. You and your family will be introduced to new ways of thinking about your emotions and distress. We will introduce some key tools for managing emotional...

What is dialectical behaviour therapy? Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based intervention for addressing self harm and suicidal behaviours in young people. It was developed from cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and focusses on helping young people and their families learn skills...

This resource has been kindly shared by the Boston Children’s Hospital, and Harvard Medical School Teaching Hospital. These questions are about your symptoms of possible sleep problems. Think about your last week while you were in school when choosing your answers. Download the full PDF...

What is an echo? Echocardiograms (echo) are one of the most frequently used scans for diagnosing heart problems. An echo is an ultrasound scan of the heart. An echo lets us evaluate the structure, function and blood flow through the heart. Your child will need to lie very still for the scan so it...

What is an ECG? An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a special test to look at the electrical activity in your heart, this is one through having some stickers on your chest. The results are shown on a screen and printed on a thin strip of paper. Doctors use the results to check whether your child’s...

Famous people you may know with ADHD Michael Phelps Michael Phelps is an Olympic swimmer that holds the record for winning the most Olympic events in history. He has 23 gold medals. “Once I figured out how to swim, I felt so free. I could go fast in the pool, it turned out, in part…...