Children's Health

Building a healthier future for kids around the world

Healthy habits lay the foundation for a fuller life. This simple truth drives Abbott’s work to advance health for millions of children globally.

Pediatrics overview

What does Abbott do to advance children’s health?

We have focused our vision for the future on three areas — to help the kids who eventually will be leading that future:

Health technology innovation in cardiovascular and diabetes care
Partnerships that educate people on NCD prevention in kids and build support communities that they can participate in
Tools and screening to combat malnutrition

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Sesame partnership

Get up and dance with us

We partnered with Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit behind global children’s TV hit “Sesame Street,” to get into the groove of healthy habit formation and learn how those small habits can be building blocks for lifelong wellness.

Watch our global special, “Elmo’s World: Dance Party!” With the help of Elmo and his friends, you’ll learn how even dancing can help kids build healthy routines around physical activity.

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HeartMates kids on Hallmark

How the Abbott HeartMates program created movie magic

There’s nothing like having a Hollywood moment — especially when you get the added bonus of supporting heart health and spreading holiday cheer. Meet the real-life HeartMates community members who appeared in the Hallmark Channel original movie “The More the Merrier.”

HeartMates on Hallmark

There's life beyond food allergies. Caili and Evie Elwell are proof.

Here’s how one mom learned about food allergies, and why she now feels more hopeful.

Thomas’ story: Proof that every plasma donation counts

Thanks to plasma therapy — and the donors who make it possible — people like Thomas can live their fullest lives.

All together: A story about family, diabetes and FreeStyle Libre

Maria Eduarda was diagnosed at 6. Her family brought hope, technology and a new kind of “sensor” to help.

For Zeke Mankins, the sky’s the limit

A mechanical heart valve hasn’t slowed Zeke Mankins down – or dampened his dreams.

A tiny mechanical valve saved her life

When a child’s life is on the line, time is critical.

Childhood malnutrition must be seen to be solved

We continue to work alongside Real Madrid and the Real Madrid Foundation to identify and fight malnutrition.

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