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Snuggling stuffed animals might seem like child’s play but at McMaster University it’s the spark that ignites cutting-edge research and groundbreaking medical advancements. At the annual MacKids Walk and Wheel fundraiser in June, over $300,000 was raised to support the McMaster Children's Hospital - Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation. These funds are crucial to advancing child health research and clinical care – projects often led by Pediatrics.  The Foundation's investments have been instrumental to Katherine Morrison's pioneering work in childhood obesity, Gita Wahi's research to address unmet social needs, and Rahul Chanchlani's ALERT-BP designed to combat high blood pressure in children – among many others. Read more about how these efforts are transforming child health and the dedicated individuals behind them.  https://lnkd.in/gdfDisfc #McMasterPediatrics #ABrighterWorld #PeopleofPediatrics #Research #Fundraising #ClinicalCare #ChildHealth

The Promise serves a vital role as the fiscal management entity for the Osteopathic Center for Children (OCC). The Promise's role includes: 💻️ Administrative functions - ensures the smooth and efficient functioning of OCC organization, allowing its healthcare professionals to focus on providing exceptional care and advancing the field of pediatric osteopathy. 💵 Finances - responsible stewardship of financial resources. 💙 Philanthropic efforts - raising funds to support research, education, and clinical operations. Together, OPC and OCC work in synergy to create a brighter and healthier future for children through the principles of osteopathy. #osteopathicpediatrics #pediatricosteopathy #handsforheads #digon #osteopathyfirst #OMT #OMTworks #osteopathicresearch

How can we keep children safe from abuse during activities? Offenders often work to gain the trust and respect of those around them, which can make it difficult for children to disclose abuse. It is critical to have conversations with the children in your lives so that they know that they can come to you and so that they will have the language necessary to talk to you. Children need to know that they are able to say "no" when it comes to their bodies. Discuss that secrets are not allowed, that they will not be in trouble, and that adults can help. If you have conversations in advance, children will know that you are prepared (or know how to get help) and that you are willing to help. Check out articles surrounding this topic on healthychildren.org from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Let's work together to #endchildabuse and keep children safe. #kidstalkcac #guidancecentermi #childrensadvocacycenters #nonprofit #children #advocacy #therapy #forensicinterview #medical #traumainformed #childcentered #detroit #southgatemi #waynecountymi #michigan #trauma #healing #resilience #support #donate #mission ⁠

PSLF is awesome, but make sure to let loan repayment steer your career. Pursue what excites you- pediatrics, research, or anything in between! ✨ Lower-paying fields? Consider non-profit or government, but only if it fits your vision. Remember, meaningful work matters, too! ⚖️ PSLF is a tool, not a cage. Choose wisely, future doc!  #doctorlife #financialplanning #residency

Don't Miss Next Week's webinar - Bringing Child Life Expertise to Children Affected By Disaster - presented by Toni Millar, MS Presentation Summary: Child Life Specialists are trained professionals who understand the developmental needs of children, how trauma may affect them, and are skilled in providing therapeutic interventions to help mitigate trauma. Child Life Specialists are employed by most US children’s hospitals to support the psychosocial needs of children undergoing surgery, new diagnoses, and medical treatments, as well as for end-of-life care. This same expertise has transferred well to supporting children and families after a disaster. This presentation will provide an overview of the Child Life profession, how the non-profit Child Life Disaster Relief (CLDR) deploys Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) volunteers to post-disaster sites, an overview of how CLDR/CCLS help children, the effects of trauma on children, and basic, practical tips for the audience on how to connect, communicate, and support children after disasters. This event is organized by the WADEM Pediatric Disaster Medicine Special Interest Group. Register here - https://lnkd.in/gTEqNMU4. #disasters #pediatrics #children #psychosocial #mentalhealth

🌟 Who and what is PANS PANDAS UK? 🌟 Founded in May 2018 by a group of dedicated parents, PANS PANDAS UK is the only charity in the UK focused on supporting children and families affected by PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome) and PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections). These parents were driven by a desire to improve understanding and treatment of these conditions among medical professionals and the wider public. What We Do: Information and Support: We provide essential information and a supportive community for families navigating these challenging conditions. Awareness and Education: We raise awareness among healthcare professionals to enhance recognition and treatment, and provide educational training to support affected children in school settings. Our Mission: To empower families and improve the care and treatment of children with PANS and PANDAS through education, support, and research. Our Team: Our work could not be done without our incredible volunteers. Too numerous to name individually, they bring enthusiasm and invaluable skills that significantly impact our mission. We are immensely grateful to each and every volunteer for their dedication. Join Us: Whether you are impacted by PANS or PANDAS, a healthcare professional, or an educator, your involvement is vital. Visit our website to learn more and see how you can make a difference. Together, we are a voice for change, providing hope and support to those in need. www.panspandasuk.org #PANSPANDASUK #CommunitySupport #Awareness #Education #Healthcare

"By offering financial freedom to more students, schools can give medical students the flexibility to choose jobs in important but lower-paying fields like internal medical and pediatrics." I hope this is true, but given experience with free tuition to date in multiple settings, is there evidence it encourages greater proportions of graduating medical students to choose primary care or other workforce-gap specialties? These gifts are transformational, but a rational system would use them to incentivize development of physicians where the projected need is greatest. https://lnkd.in/g-gxDu2i #medicine #meded #philanthropy #workforce #healthpolicy

An early heart defect diagnosis can help to save lives, but it is important to know that the surgeries and treatments that many children endure are not a cure. Children with heart defects, especially those with complex CHDs, will require ongoing care with cardiologists, and potentially other specialized professionals such as physical therapists, speech pathologists, social workers, transplant teams, and more. These medical teams are an important part of the child's health care and help to keep an eye out for potential complications. We would like to acknowledge all of the amazing individuals who help to keep our heart warriors healthy, including the heart parents who spend countless hours caring for these amazing children and taking them to all of their appointments. To help more babies receive their early CHD diagnosis, donate today and consider becoming a monthly donor. https://lnkd.in/eSX63QYv #CHD #CHDAwareness #TinyHeartsCan #1in100 #medicalProfessionals #careTeam #PhysicalTherapist #SpeechPathologist #SocialWorkers #Transplant #heartmom #heartdad #appointments #healthcare #health #Cardiologist #Cardiology #pediatrics #heartwarrior #heart #children #kids #childcare #doctors #medicine #nonprofit #Alberta #family

💡 Did you know April is International Cesarean Awareness month. An event organized by ICAN – The International Cesarean Awareness Network. Cesarean birth can be necessary for the fetus, the mother, or both. However, the rapid increase in cesarean birth rates without clear evidence of improved maternal or infant outcomes raises significant concern that cesarean delivery is overused (National Accreta Foundation, 2024). 👉🏽The rate of NICU admission was 23% among the elective procedures compared with 43% in the emergency CS deliveries. (NIH, 2020) 👉🏽In 2022, cesareans occurred in nearly 1 in 3 births (CDC, 2024). However you plan to or end up meeting your baby, the most important thing is you are able to make your decisions from evidence-based information, for your personal situation, and your decisions should be whole-heartedly supported and respected by all around you (Mindful Birth Group, 2024). Let us educate ourselves about Cesarean births. Let’s support these mothers and make an effort to understand the particular needs of cesarean recovery. If you have a story you would like to share or are in need of support the Skylar Project is here to help. Let’s make April a month of education and advocacy regarding cesarean births ✨✨✨ #cesareanawarenessmonth #nicu #nonprofit

Reach Out and Read has always known that reading together helps to forge lasting, meaningful connections between caregiver and child. More and more, the evidence is clear: This time is not just special and joyous — it’s life changing. A growing body of research shows shared reading impacts tar more than language and early literacy; it helps to build bonds, foster social-emotional development, and can even buffer the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences. Based on this evidence, we have updated our model and launched a strategic, five-year rollout of Building Connections Begins at Birth. As this new program expands, medical providers will be trained to emphasize the importance of introducing reading, singing, and talking with babies right from birth. They’ll offer this strategic guidance and provide books during an infant’s first four-child well visits, newborn to 5-month, rather than beginning at the 6-month mark. #ReachOutAndRead #ReachOutAndReadGA #Literacy #Pediatrics #Education #MakingMomentsMatter #Nonprofit #Give #Donate #Books #BuildingConnectionsBeginsatBirth