Patient Story

Theresa Encourages Kitchen Safety

Apr 24, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/04/Theresa-Encourages-Kitchen-Safety

Theresa's love for cooking turned into a nightmare when scalding oil splashed onto her hand while cooking fried chicken, causing her to drop the pan and inflicting severe third- and fourth-degree burns.

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Bentley’s First Steps Made Possible Through Teamwork After Hurricane Helene

Mar 12, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/03/Bentley-Prosthetic-Care

Bentley received his first prosthesis before his birthday thanks to the teamwork between Shriners Children’s locations.

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From Orthotics to Athletics: How Shriners Children’s Helps Zane Chase His Dreams

Nov 04, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/11/Zane-Limb-Difference-Care

Born with a limb difference affecting both legs and one arm, Zane is breaking barriers (and orthotics) as he plays every sport he loves.

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Safety While Grilling

Jul 28, 2023 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2023/07/Safety-While-Grilling

We all enjoy a grill-cooked meal, but need to be aware of the risks associated with this activity.

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Burn Survivor Reaches New Heights After Receiving Supportive Care at Shriners Children’s Boston 

Mar 11, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/03/Bethany-Burn-Care

Bethany was injured as a small child when she touched a gas fireplace at her family's home

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Comprehensive Care Far From Home

Apr 14, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2025/04/Alejandro-Blounts-Disease-Care

Fourteen-year-old Alejandro is receiving world-class care for his leg and hip more than 2,660 miles from home.

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Shriners Children’s Encourages Families to Keep Holiday Traditions Safe and Burn-Free

Nov 20, 2025 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2025/11/Keep-Holiday-Traditions-Safe-and-Burn-Free

With more time spent cooking and celebrating, clinicians remind parents that simple precautions and close supervision can prevent severe burn injuries this holiday season.

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Shriners Children’s Southern California Encourages Awareness During National Scoliosis Awareness Month

Jun 06, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/06/National-Scoliosis-Awareness-Month

June is National Scoliosis Awareness Month, and the medical staff at Shriners Children’s are reminding parents about the importance of scoliosis screenings in children and adolescents.

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How to Find the Right Provider for Your Child’s Diagnosis: Where to Start

Sep 19, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/09/How-to-Find-the-Right-Provider-Where-to-Start

When you need to find a specialty provider to diagnose your child, begin with these important steps.

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Treating Pediatric Burns: Five Myths and Misconceptions

Jan 16, 2024 https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2023/02/Treating-Pediatric-Burns

Shriners Children's burn specialists weigh in and offer five common myths and misconceptions about treating pediatric burns.