| Greetings! |
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We're pleased to open this email with a warm welcome to the hospital's new CEO, John D. Nash. He's already working his way around the building, meeting and greeting staff and families. To read more about his background and his appointment, please visit our website. |
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Patient Perspective: Alison Simoneau |
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 "I was born in 1995 as a normal baby. Through time I learned to crawl and do all the other things normal babies do. Then in 1996, when I was 11 months old something unexpected happened. During dinner one night I became limp and fell over in my high chair - I was completely unresponsive.
I was rushed to the hospital and many tests were run. My parents were told that I had been hit with a virus called Viral Myelopathy that landed on my spinal cord and paralyzed my left side." Learn more >> |
| In Honor of National Children's Mental Health Awareness Month |
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 Did you know that mental health diagnoses in children are more common than childhood leukemia, diabetes, and AIDS combined? Mental illness can touch anyone regardless of age, gender, race, class or religion.
The statistics are overwhelming. According to the Surgeon General's report, one out of every five students has a significant mental health issue that can affect their learning, their families, and their lives. Learn more >>
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| Potty Training a Child with Special Needs |
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Working with a child with special needs on toileting can  be especially challenging. There are a few techniques though that can help families, caregivers and children avoid some of the pitfalls that may arise.
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| New Balance Heartbreak Hill 5k Run & Walk |
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Our annual 5K Run & Walk at Boston College and Fun Run for kids is this coming weekend. It's not too late to register or volunteer on our website. |
