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| Don't let Santa be the only one to check his list twice this holiday season. Parents, caregivers, and consumers alike ought to be vigilant about toy safety. Last week Franciscan Hospital for Children hosted the World Against Toys Causing Harm (WATCH) organization's annual "10 Worst Toy" press conference. Make sure to review their list before you do your shopping. |
Feature: Lila's Story
 When Lynn and Stephen found out they were going to be parents again, they were in disbelief. Their daughter Ava was barely three months old and their son Michael was not yet two. With a history of fertility treatments, the new pregnancy and its timing came as a surprise-albeit a welcome one.
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| Clinician of the Year Awarded to one of FHC's Own. |
 The American Physical Therapy Association of Massachusetts recently honored Maria Fragala-Pinkham, a physical therapist at FHC, with the Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Practice award. The award gives public recognition to APTA of MA's Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants who are outstanding clinicians dedicated to their patients, their professions, and to sharing their knowledge with others. Read more>> |
| Race Car Enthusiast and Driver Visits FHC |
 Cambridge resident and Race Car enthusiast Russell Gee paid a visit to the kids at the Kennedy Day School after completing his 1st La Carrrera PanAmericana Road Race to raise funds for Franciscan Hospital for Children.
Russell gave the kids an opportunity to share in his experience on the road through story telling and photos. While on the road, Russell sent regular updates to the kids. His visit was a wonderful way to end the amazing journey he had been on. Click here to read Russell's updates from the road>> |
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