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Be Aware of the Signs of Bullying
Being bullied not only has physical effects, it can take a toll on a child’s emotional health forever. “Bullying is repeated, intentional, aggressive behavior towards someone more vulnerable than the bully,” said Dr. John Fanton, staff psychiatrist, Baystate Behavioral Health Child Psychiatry.
 
Baystate Children's Hospital
October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), also called “crib death,” is the nation’s major cause of infant death beyond one month of age.
 
Rheumatologist Dr. Peter Blier Joins Baystate Children’s Hospital
Pediatric rheumatologist Dr. Peter Blier has joined the Department of Pediatrics at Baystate Children’s Hospital where he will bring his expertise in the care for children with a variety of rheumatologic problems including juvenile idiopathic arthritis and lupus.
 
Baystate's New Flu Season Visitor Policy
With Onset of Flu Season, Baystate Health Changes Visitors Policy at All Hospitals
Changes involve all three hospitals, as well as outpatient settings. Effective November 4, no visitors under age 13, no more than two visitors at a time, and visitors should be limited to those essential to patient comfort and wellbeing.