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When a rare form of brain inflammation called Rasmussen syndrome led June to experience more than 100 seizures a day, her mom brought her to our Neuroimmunology Center. Now, thanks to a live-changing surgery, June is seizure free! 👏⤵️
“Princess June” reigns supreme over Rasmussen syndrome - Boston Children's Answers
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When Rasmussen syndrome led June to experience more than 100 seizures a day, her mom brought her to our Neuroimmunology Center.13 CommentsComment on Facebook
For newborns with serious congenital heart disease, care must go beyond the heart. It takes a coordinated team focused on both immediate needs and long-term development.
In this episode of Cardiac Conversations, our experts will share how they collaborate to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care for neonates. The Benderson Family Heart Center at Boston Children’s Hospital
🗓 Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 4:30 PM ET
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With the right support, children with obesity can build confidence and lifelong wellness habits. Wondering how you can help support your child’s long-term health? Don’t miss our YouTube Live event tomorrow at 12 p.m. ET. 🗓️ We’re talking about childhood obesity, including what it means, how to talk to children about it, and ways families can manage the condition with care.
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What do card games have to do with neuroimmune conditions like multiple sclerosis, encephalitis, and optic neuritis? They’re just one of the many ways that an education specialist can help kids who experience cognitive and behavior difficulties even after treatment. Check out how your child might benefit! ⤵️
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An education specialist can help kids who experience cognitive and behavior difficulties even after treatment for a neuroimmune condition.5 CommentsComment on Facebook
Did you know that our The Benderson Family Heart Center at Boston Children’s Hospital treats adult patients too? Many adults living with congenital heart disease (#CHD) still need expert care from a team trained in both pediatric and adult needs—even years after their childhood surgeries.
In this episode of Cardiac Conversations, our team will explain how we care for adults with CHD—supporting their heart health and overall well-being through every stage of life.
🗓 Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 1:00 PM ET
📍 Live on Zoom & Facebook
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The history of cystic fibrosis diagnosis
In 1955, Dr. Harry Shwachman, head of Boston Children’s Cystic Fibrosis Clinic, developed the first practical sweat test to diagnose cystic fibrosis (CF). It involved encasing the patient’s body in a plastic bag to collect sweat, then using the pictured device to measure levels of salt in the sample. Cystic fibrosis causes sweat to be 2-5 times saltier than average. The sweat test allowed for much simpler and earlier diagnosis of CF, crucial to effective treatment. A version of it is still the main diagnostic tool used today.
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