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Way to go, team! 👏 Newsweek just released its 2026 America’s Best Children’s Hospitals list — and we’re honored to rank among the top two for all eight pediatric specialties. We couldn’t do it without our fantastic staff — or without families like you. See all rankings here: ms.spr.ly/6184vdVag
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It’s time to Give a Smile at Shaw's Supermarket and Star Market! From now through July 31, help kids from across New England get the lifesaving care they need when you donate at checkout.
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When a rare blood disorder sidelined Nolan from football, he found new ways to show up for his team. On "Fusion Fridays," he'd go straight from treatment to the field to show support for his fellow Terriers — groggy, freezing, and proudly in uniform. 🏈 Read his story ⤵️
Stay chill, show up, move forward: Nolan’s journey with ITP | Boston Children's Answers
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Patient Stories |When severe bruises began appearing across his body, Nolan came to Boston Children's and was diagnosed with ITP0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Sprain, strain, or break? Our Orthopedic Urgent Clinic is here to help—and our Cast Room has everything your child needs to start their healing journey. Here, your child may be fitted for a brace or cast and even pick their favorite color to wear while they heal. Our pediatric orthopedic specialists will evaluate the injury, create a treatment plan, and follow your child’s recovery every step of the way. The best first step? Book an appointment with the Orthopedic Urgent Clinic to have your child evaluated by our team.
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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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