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Children's In the News
Washington Post Campaign for Children’s
The Washington Post features stories from Children’s National Medical Center to raise money for the hospital each year. Click on the links below to read this year’s stories.
- Even the smallest step will help Children's Hospital Campaign-November 17, 2008
- Reluctantly accepting deadhead cabs-November 18, 2008
- At hospital, wresting control of Spina Bifida-November 19, 2008
- Children's Hospital surgeon tames 'angry organ'-November 25, 2008
- Couple's wish: A better heart for baby-November 26, 2008
- Giving extra thanks for Children's Hospital after baby with heart trouble goes home-November 27, 2008
- Bringing the body's deepest secrets to light-December 3, 2008
- Her nose knows the importance of Children's Hospital-December 10, 2008
- Little sacrifices can add up to something great-December 15, 2008
- Girl's Leukemia Drains Insurance Coverage-December 17, 2008
- A Nice Bit of Surgical Engineering-December 22, 2008
- First Time Around, Earth Stood Still Right Here-December 23, 2008
- The High Quality of Care At Children's Is No Accident-December 29, 2008
- In the role of parent, the doctor knows best-January 6, 2009
- Teenager's sudden illness tests Children's Hospital's virtuosity- January 7, 2009
- The futures made possible by Children's Hospital-January 8, 2009
Children's world-renowned cardiologist saved child's life by diagnosing very rare cardiac defect
December 16, 2008
Washington Post
Children's neuropsychologist discusses parent-to-parent sharing of medical records
November 14, 2008
The TODAY show, NBC
Children's developmental psychologist discusses baby sign language
November 5, 2008
WJLA-8
Children's specialist speaks out about mercury hazards to children
November 3, 2008
Washington Post
Children's researcher discusses SIDS study
October 24, 2008
Reuters
Children's bone health specialist discusses common childhood injuries and how to prevent them
October 20, 2008
Parade Magazine
Children's SIDS expert speaks about safe sleep tips for infants
October 6, 2008
USA Today
Children's pediatrician discusses cold medicine use in children
October 3, 2008
CBS-Evening News
Children's sleep specialist discusses insomnia in children
September 15, 2008
The New York Times
Children's adolescent medicine specialist discusses the affects of drug ads on young minds
September 9, 2008
The Washington Post
Children's therapy dog helps patients with disabilities
September 4, 2008
WJLA-7
Children's world renowned researcher discusses the tools physicians use to diagnose Autism
August 24, 2008
WAMU-Kojo Knamadi Show
Child with rare gastrointestinal disease thrives after speciality care from Children's National
August 19, 2008
The Capitial
Children's immunologist leads study in unrelelated donor tranplants for sickle cell patients
August 18, 2008
News-Medical.net
Children's community health leader speaks out on the importance of back-to-school vaccinations
August 8, 2008
FOX WTTG
Children's Specialty Camps featured on TODAY show and NBC Nightly News
August 6, 2008
NBC National
Children's researcher discusses new drug that mimics aerobic exercise
July 31, 2008
Associated Press
Children's sleep specialist explains the importance of toddler sleep schedules
July 31, 2008
iParenting
Children's patients visit Redskins stadium for morning practice session
July 29, 2008
NBC 4
Children's psychologist releases research that explains the significance of peer pressure on teens eating and weight habits
July 15, 2008
The Washington Post
Children's specialist discusses the importance of vaccinating children
July 15, 2008
The Washington Post
Children's bullying expert releases research about health risks that bullies exhibit
July 15, 2008
Newswise
Children's expert discusses AAP recommendations for pediatric cholesterol testing
July 7, 2008
PBS - NewsHour with Jim Lehrer
Children's partners with HCA Virginia to establish a pediatric emergency department of the new Loudoun County Hospital, slated to open in 2010
June 30, 2008
Washington Business Journal
Children's researchers publish groundbreaking SIDS study in Journal of Pediatrics
June 25, 2008
Web MD
Children's Health Advocacy expert appointed to Prince George's Hospital Authority Board
June 13, 2008
Washington Business Journal
Children's state-of-the-art NICU saves preemie's life, improves outcome
Children’s adolescent medicine specialist discusses the affects drug ads have on young minds
June 12, 2008
Business Week
Dr. Bear's Toy Closet, volunteers and Child Life make a difference
June 11, 2008
The Washington Times
Children's ECMO pioneer speaks about the treatment that saved young diver's life
June 10, 2008
WUSA 9 News
Children's phycians save cancer patient, using experimental drug to treat brain tumor
June 9, 2008
ABC 7 News
Children's sleep expert discusses the dangers of co-sleeping with infants
May 29, 2008
Newsday
Young Lives at Risk: Our Overweight Children - The Washington Post
Read about How Children’s National is combating the childhood obesity epidemic in Washington, DC.
How Obesity Harms A Child's Body—May 18, 2008
First Steps Toward Change—May 19, 2008
In D.C., Where Kids Live Sets Tone for Weight-Loss Success—May 20, 2008
'Fat School'—May 20, 2008
Facts You Should Know—May 21, 2008
The Search for Solutions—May 22, 2008
Children's expert discusses the dangers of lead in foreign processed foods
May 14, 2008
ABC 7 News
Children's Orthopaedic expert explains the dangers of muscle enhancer use in teens
May 8, 2008
NBC 4 News
Children's eating disorder specialist speaks out on media pressure toward adolescents and teens
May 6, 2008
WUSA 9 News
Children's neuropsychologist discusses helmets and safety
April 29, 2008
The Washington Post
Children's specialist discusses improving immunization rates in children
April 22, 2008
Newswise Health News
Children's raises awareness for child abuse and sexual assault through art exhibition
April 20, 2008
WUSA 9
Children's experts advocate for anti-bullying legislation
April 20, 2008
The Washington Post
Children's concussion expert discusses sports safety
April 17, 2008
The Washington Post
Children's patient with rare disease makes amazing recovery, Marches in Cherry Blossom Parade
April 16, 2008
Silver Spring Gazette
Children's clinical psychologist discusses how parents can discuss "coming of age" issues with children
April 15, 2008
The Washington Post
Children's summer camps for children with special needs featured
April 14, 2008
ABC News
Children's National Orthopaedic Surgeon featured performing groundbreaking surgery
April 2, 2008
WJLA 7
Richard Jonas, MD, Children’s chief of cardiovascular surgery and co-director of the Children's National Heart Institute, featured on the cover of the 2008 Washingtonian “Best Doctors” issue
April 2008
Washingtonian
Children's National physicians listed in Northern Virginia Magazine's "Top Doc" Issue
March 2008
Northern Virginia Magazine
Children's expert discusses scald burn safety
February 26, 2008
WUSA 9
Children's concussion expert weighs in on sports safety
February 21, 2008
The Baltimore Sun
Washington Post Campaign for Children’s
Each year the Washington Post features stories from Children’s National Medical Center to raise money for the hospital. Click on the links below to read this year’s stories.
- Making Families Torn by Illness Whole Again- November 26, 2007
- A Feeble Heart, but a Sturdy Partner—December 3, 2007
- A Flight to Therapy for Babies Born Too Soon—December 7, 2007
- Getting the Best Medicine, Plus Laughter—December 10, 2007
- For An Injured Boy, A Chance at a Better Life-- December 14, 2007
- A Dose of Quality in an Area Short on It —December 17, 2007
- Trying to Keep Visits as Painless as Possible--December 21, 2007
- After a Premature Birth, an Early Holiday--December 24, 2007
- A Helping Hand that Heals Hearts--December 28, 2007
- Brush on Paint, Swirl in Some Glitter, And Suddenly Everything Looks Better--December 31, 2007
- With Early Help and Treatment, Rescue from Eye Cancer and Possibly Death--January 4, 2008
- Providing Relief from Sickle Cell's Agony--January 7, 2008
- Volunteers Offer Special Form of Therapy--January 11, 2008
- Radical Treatment Brings a Newfound Joy--January 14, 2008
- Trauma Staff Offers Lifeline for Families--January 18, 2008
- The Grand Total and a Ton of Gratitude--January 25, 2008
Children's Partners with The Washington Nationals to Battle Diabetes
January 15, 2008
WTTG 5 - FOX
Children's Burgess Clinic, a National Leader in Treating Youth HIV/AIDS
January 8, 2008
The Washington Post
Children's researcher discusses outcome of promising muscular dystrophy treatment
December 27, 2007
The New York Times
New Patient Tower Provides More Privacy for Patients and Families
November 30, 2007
The Washington Post
Children’s experts weigh in on toy recalls
November 8, 2007
ABC News
Children’s sleep expert discusses sleep apnea in children
November 8, 2007
Health Day
Children’s dialysis patients star in fashion show
November 5, 2007
Voice of America
Children's pediatrician discusses toy dangers
September 20, 2007
ABC News
Children’s Neonatologist Featured in U.S. News and World Report’s Best Pediatric Hospitals Issue
August 26, 2007
US News & World Report
Children's Ranked a Top Pediatric Hospital by U.S. News and World Report
August 24, 2007
US News & World Report
Children’s cardiology chief discusses hypertension ABC News
August 24, 2007
ABC News
Children's featured in video on U.S. News and World Report web site
August 24, 2007
US News & World Report
Children’s Pediatrician Discusses Toy Safety on NPR
August 14, 2007
NPR
Children’s Psychiatrist Discusses ADHD Treatment
July 31, 2007
The Washington Post
Children’s Pediatrician Offers Advice for Pesky Mosquito Bites
July 31, 2007
The Washington Post
Children’s summer camps help kids with neurological disorders reach new heights
July 26, 2007
The Frederick News-Post Online
Children's Generations Program to Prevent Pregnancy Featured on NBC Nightly News
July 13, 2007
MSNBC
Children’s Safety Initiative Featured in UPI Article
June 19, 2007
United Press International
Children’s Concussion Expert Weighs in on NFL study
June 1, 2007
ABC News
Children’s psychiatrist, Edgardo Menvielle, quoted in Newsweek feature on gender
May 21, 2007
Newsweek
Children’s National Medical Center psychiatrists discuss mental health issues following the Virginia Tech shootings
Dr. Gerard Gioia, director of Children’s SCORE Program, discusses concussions on NPR’s Talk of the Nation
March 27, 2007
NPR
Children's Dr. Anthony Slonim Interviewed on His Latest Study on Off-Label Drugs
March 5, 2007
Newsweek
Children's Chief of Endocrinology Paul Kaplowitz on NPR Discussing Early Puberty
March 5, 2007
NPR
Children’s Oncologist Greg Reaman featured on ABC’s World News Discussing Importance of Clinical Trials
February 15, 2007
ABC News.com
Children's Cardiologist Discusses Treatment for Children with High Cholesterol
February 9, 2007
nbc4.com
A Very Good Place to Grow Up, for Almost Everyone
January 30, 2007
WashingtonPost.com
In Matters of the Heart, a Murmur Could be Red Flag or Much Ado About Nothing
January 21, 2007
The Capital Online
Washington Post Campaign for Children’s (Nov. 2006 - Jan. 2007)
The Washington Post is once again helping raise money for Children’s National Medical Center. Columnist John Kelly is featuring stories from Children’s patients and families in his column in the Metro section. Donate to the campaign today
Read the stories below:
- Giving Grayson a Fighting Chance
Thursday, January 18
- For a 6-Year-Old, Some Good News, Some Bad
Wednesday, January 17
- A Holistic Approach to Treating HIV
Tuesday, January 16
- With Nurse, an Empathy Born of Pain
Thursday, January 11
- Plumbing the Secrets of the Heart
Monday, January 8
- Even Ordinary Is Extraordinary
Thursday, January 4
- Helping One Family Breathe a Little Easier
Wednesday, January 3
- Gratitude That Lasts a Lifetime
Thursday, December 28
- With Help from Children's, Hope Has No Limit
Wednesday, December 20
- A Boy's Sight, and a Hospital's Vision
Tuesday, December 19
- A Rare Case Gets Uncommonly Good Care
Thursday, December 14
- Optimism Tinged with a Dose of Reality
Wednesday, December 13
- A Tiny Girl With a Huge Will to Live
Monday, December 11
- Amid the Banter, a Family Takes Form
Tuesday, December 5
- A Life Slowly Put Back in Tune
Wednesday, November 29
- Driven to Help the Needy Get Health Care
Tuesday, November 28
- No Child Turned Away
Monday, November 27
Child Safety Experts Reassure Parents That Car Seats
are Safe and Effective When Correctly Used
January 4, 2007
The Auto Channel.com
Dr. Martin Eichelberger, director of Trauma & Burn Services,
discusses some precautions to take when purchasing toys for children.
November 3, 2006
USA Today
Children’s Post-Concussion Program Strives to Protect and Educate Young Athletes Following a Concussion.
October 10, 2006
WashingtonPost.com
Dr. Joseph Wright, executive director of the Child Health Advocacy Institute, writes about lacking pediatric emergency medicine preparations in Sunday’s Washington Post.
October 1, 2006
WashingtonPost.com
Conjoined Shaw twins successfully separated at Children's.
September 8, 2006
WashingtonPost.com
*More on the Shaw Twins
Conjoined Shaw twins prepped for separation.
September 5, 2006
Sheboygan Press
It's Wise to Immunize Family Fun Day provides a necessary resource for school-age children.
August 27, 2006
WashingtonPost.com
Children’s Gender-Variant Program featured in the San Francisco Chronicle.
August 27, 2006
The San Francisco Chronicle
Date set for conjoined twins separation.
August 21, 2006
TheMilwaukeeChannel.com
Children’s Cardiologist brings Ugandan girl to Washington for life-saving surgery.
July 26, 2006
WUSA 9.com
Children’s pediatricians and nutritionist featured in Washington Post article for our work on combating the obesity epidemic.
July 18, 2006
WashingtonPost.com
Children’s summer camps help kids stay positive while sharing in summer fun.
July 12, 2006
WUSA 9.com
Children’s pediatric plastic surgeon featured in the Washington Post’s KidsPost
July 11, 2006
WashingtonPost.com
Children’s director of Behavioral Sleep Medicine is featured in Chesapeake Family Magazine talking about summer sleep tips.
July 2006
Chesapeake Family Magazine
Former Children’s NICU patient overcomes odds; recognized as high school valedictorian
June 28, 2006
The Charlotte Observer
Children’s pediatrician, and director of the Smoke-Free Homes Project, talks about the dangers of second-hand smoke.
June 27, 2006
Marketwatch.com
Children’s Cardiologist Tapped for White House Fellowship
June 23, 2006
Washington Business Journal
Children’s pediatrician discusses the benefits of the new cervical cancer vaccine on NPR’s Diane Rehm Show.
June 22, 2006
WAMU Radio
Children’s Pediatrician and Obesity Researcher Nazrat Mirza Discusses Childhood Obesity
June 6, 2006
WashingtonPost.com
Helping Kids Avoid and Heal Sports Injuries
June 5, 2006
Wisconsin State Journal
Depressed Parents Could Lead to Depressed Kids
June 1, 2006
ABC 7.com
Afghanistan Boy Released from Children’s
Two Weeks after Life-Saving Heart Surgery
May 31, 2006
WUSA 9.com
Children's Hospital Opens First Decontamination Unit for Children
May 23, 2006
ABC 7.com
Afghan Boy's U.S. Surgery A Success
May 19, 2006
CBS News
Afghan boy 'not out of woods' after heart surgery
May 19 , 2006
USA Today
Conjoined Twins Born At Hospital Center
May 11 , 2006
NBC 4.com
Sheboygan Mother gives birth to Conjoined Twins
May 11 , 2006
Milwaukee Channel.com
Conjoined Twins Delivered in Washington, DC
May 10 , 2006
Yahoo!
Children’s is Pioneering New Research and Treatments for Muscular Dystrophy (video clip)
March 31, 2006
PBS, Newshour with Jim Lehrer
Children's Doctor Weighs in on Bed-Wetting Issue at National Meeting
March 13, 2006
The Floridian
Children's Blood Donor Center Saves Lives
February 22, 2006
W*USA 9
Children's Hospital Center Designed With Comfort In Mind
January 10, 2005
NBC 4
Infant Heart, the Size of a Walnut, Rebuilt and Running
November 25, 2005
Washington Post.com
Md. Brothers Receive Heart Transplants
December 30, 2004
Associated Press
Uninsured Kids at Higher Risk for Burst Appendix
October 26, 2004
HealthDay
Antidepressants to Carry Warning Label
October 16, 2004
WISI TV
Possible Effects on Kids Who Take Vitamins
October 7, 2004
US News & World Report
Outreach Programs for Overweight Children Can Help
October 2004
Washington Times
Kids Left Vulnerable to Terrorism, Child Advocates Say
September 2004
Newhouse News Service
Link to Baby Vitamins Shown, But Not Conclusive
July 13, 2004
Washington Post
Best Hospitals 2004
July 12, 2004
U.S.News & World Report
Groups Call for U.S. Firework Ban
July 1, 2004
WebMD
Bush, Kerry Offer Ideas on Technology
June 24, 2004
WJLA-TV
Buckles' Conjoined Twins Separation Stories
Twins Once Conjoined Will Soon Celebrate Milestone
February 9, 2006
NBC4
We're Going to ... Just Enjoy Our Family'
July 3, 2004
Washington Post
Twins Go Home Today After Fast Recovery
Girls to Have Therapy, Few Restrictions
July 2, 2004
Washington Post
Twins 'Doing Better Than Hoped For'
June 24, 2004
Washington Post
Surgery a Twin Triumph
June 21, 2004
Washington Post
'Best Father's Day Gift Ever,'
June 20, 2004
Washington Post
Children's National Medical Center Successfully Separates Conjoined Twins
June 19, 2004, 6 p.m.
Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated
Doctors Say Babies Are Stable and 'Doing Well'
June 19, 2004
Washington Post
For Twins' Parents, a Pivotal Day
June 18, 2004
Washington Post
A Calculation and a Delay
June 12, 2004
Washington Post
'They're Tough Kids,' Doctor Tells Parents
June 2, 2004
Washington Post
Preparation for Twins' Separation
Doctors Try to Anticipate Unknowns of Va. Girls' Surgery
June 2, 2004
Washington Post
The Next Critical Step
May 11, 2004
Washington Post
Preparing for Surgery
April 26, 2004
Washington Post
Sharing an Uncertain Future
April 12, 2004
Washington Post
Conjoined Twins Born At Naval Hospital
March 4, 2004
Washington Post
Children's World-renowned Cardiologist Featured in the Washington Post - December 29, 2008
Gerard Martin, MD, saved a child's life by diagnosing very rare cardiac defect.
Washington Post Campaign for Children’s National - November 17, 2008
The Washington Post features stories from Children’s National Medical Center to raise money for the hospital each year.
Read this year’s stories.
Children's National Medical Center on the CBS Evening News - October 7, 2008
Christina Johns, MD, attending physician at Children's, discusses cold medicine ban for children under 6 on the CBS Evening News.
ENT Surgical Procedure Pioneered at Children’s National featured on ABC-7 - September 26, 2008
Surgical treatment pioneered by Children’s National Otolaryngologist to treat Laryngomalacia, a common breathing problem in infants.
Children's Sleep Specialist Featured in The New York Times - September 16, 2008
Daniel S. Lewin, PhD, director of Children's Pediatric Behavioral Sleep Program, discusses pediatric insomnia.
Children's Adolescent Medicine Specialist featured on the Today Show - September 10, 2008
Lawrence D'Angelo, MD, MPH, Chief of Adolescent Medicine at Children's, discusses teen driving on the Today Show.
Children's Experts Discuss AAP Cholesterol Testing Recommendations - July 7, 2008
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released its strongest guidelines yet to tackle the problem of obese and overweight children. Children's pediatric cardiologists Sarah Clauss, MD, and Craig Sable, MD, discussed these guidelines and other recommendations on NewsHour with Jim Lehrer and CBS Evening News.
Young Lives at Risk: Our Overweight Children - Children's National in the Washington Post - May 22, 2008
Read about How Children’s National is combating the childhood obesity epidemic in Washington, DC.
How Obesity Harms A Child's Body—May 18, 2008
First Steps Toward Change—May 19, 2008
In D.C., Where Kids Live Sets Tone for Weight-Loss Success—May 20, 2008
'Fat School'—May 20, 2008
Facts You Should Know—May 21, 2008
The Search for Solutions—May 22, 2008
Children's and The Washington Nationals: Announces Partnership to Battle Diabetes - January 15, 2008
January 15, 2008
WTTG 5 - FOX
Washington Post Campaign for Children’s - December 3, 2007
Each year, the Washington Post features stories from Children’s National Medical Center to raise money for the hospital. Click on the links below to read this year’s stories.
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