SSM Health Matters Blog

SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital Receives ACHD Accreditation SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital Receives ACHD Accreditation

Now one of only two active accredited Adult Congenital Heart Disease program in the state of Missouri and the only program in the St. Louis region.

The rise in autism The rise in autism

Why are more kids being diagnosed with autism?

Back-to-school checklist: Why your child needs a comprehensive eye exam Back-to-school checklist: Why your child needs a comprehensive eye exam

About 80% of what a child learns comes through their eyes. An SSM Health optometrist explains the importance of regular eye exams.

Kidney transplant inspired SSM Health team member’s journey Kidney transplant inspired SSM Health team member’s journey

The care Parris Brown received at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital was so instrumental in her journey that she pursued a career with SSM Health following her surgery

Preservation of the Earth unites SSM Health Oklahoma team members with historic community traditions Preservation of the Earth unites SSM Health Oklahoma team members with historic community traditions

Volunteers plant trees to support civil rights center

Childhood obesity: Answers from a pediatric expert Childhood obesity: Answers from a pediatric expert

Pediatric nurse practitioner Emily Hollenkamp, APRN-CNP, shares how the Healthy First program offers hope and help for young patients.