Advocacy is important; there’s no doubt about it. But let’s face it: putting it into action can be hard, especially when navigating the complexities of medical care. Between emotions running high, the need to digest large amounts of not-so-easy-to-understand information, and the pressure to make quick but responsible decisions, it’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed. Plus, add in the uncertainty, […]
Between our phones, laptops, computers, and the myriad of other devices we use daily, it’s almost as if we have a virtual companion at our fingertips, ready to assist with any HIE-related questions or concerns, day or night. It’s natural to turn to digital tools for research and support, but here’s the catch: while AI offers convenience, it doesn’t always […]
As the saying goes, “It takes a village,” and at Hope, we have a strong one. Every month, our HIE Peer Perspective series brings together committed members of the HIE community to share their valuable insights into the diverse impacts and outcomes of HIE, offering firsthand experiences and guidance on navigating its various challenges. One of our sessions focused on […]
At Hope for HIE, we hold the providers who showcase their commitment and passion for research and improved clinical care practices for those impacted by HIE’s various outcomes near and dear to our hearts. So when Dr. Laura Gilbert, a pediatric neurologist at Lurie’s Children’s Hospital, teamed with us during Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month to shed light on a prevalent […]
When you think about the different impacts of HIE, your mind may jump to more well-known conditions like epilepsy or cerebral palsy. But here’s something you might not have heard: around 30 to 50 percent of newborns with moderate to severe HIE might also experience Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) in their early days. And for some of them, there’s a […]
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