Children's Health

From newborn to adulthood, your children count on you to keep them healthy, strong and thriving. Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital experts help you stay in-the-know while your kids are on-the-grow.

A shot at college

The postsecondary world can produce curious intellectuals, but it’s also ground zero to some heinous germs. The solution? Vaccinate.

Jazzed about the solar eclipse?

It should be quite a show, but make sure you follow these 5 do's and don'ts to protect your eyes.

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16 American Ninja Warriors flip to cheer kids

You can measure strength in various ways. Some people are physically strong and can lift heavy objects or climb walls. Others are mentally strong and use their minds to overcome obstacles. The Fourth Annual Rockford Ninja Warrior event brought 16 out of the 30 professional ninjas from the television show, American Ninja Warrior, to Spectrum Health Helen […]

Patient Story

‘You guys are mentally strong’

16 American Ninja Warriors flip into children's hospital to cheer kids.

Patient Story

‘He’s our little Superman’

Enduring six surgeries amid the most serious form of spina bifida, 16-month-old Jeremiah Nelson continues to defy the odds.

Dogs may help children’s immune systems

An outdoor pet tracks in loads of bacteria that may help children avoid allergies later in life.

U.S. kids overdosing on dietary supplements

Children under age 6 are often the most affected.

Patient Story

Picnic joy: Kids being kids

Young patients and their families enjoy the annual summertime gathering for the pediatric hematology-oncology program.

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‘This is just the greatest feeling.’

Michigan State men’s basketball stars give a special message to the patients of Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital. Share your own “high-five” video or photo message of encouragement at highfiveforkids.org. See additional photographs and read more about the MSU basketball stars’ special visit.

Time to catch up on reading, writing… and routine shots

Before kids head back to school, make sure they're up to date on their vaccines.

Nearly all autopsied NFL players show brain disease

No position on the football field seemed to confer protection.

Can dirty diapers offer clues to the infant brain?

Certain fecal bacteria tied to better cognitive function at age 2.