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Anna and Kevin Balcom began supporting Boston Children’s years ago, by participating in our annual Corporate Cup event. Both lifelong dancers, they now combine their shared passion for dance with their unwavering commitment to supporting our patients by hosting monthly dance lessons to benefit Boston Children’s Hospital. Thank you, Anna and Kevin!
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With summer approaching, cuts and scrapes from outdoor activities are common. Kristin Moffitt, MD, spoke with WCVB Channel 5 Boston to share some helpful tips for parents on preventing infections and when it might be time to visit your doctor. Watch her segment here 
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This spring, salons across the Boston area came together to host their own cut-a-thon events, all in support of the The Benderson Family Heart Center at Boston Children’s Hospital. Now in its 16th year, HAIRraising for Boston Children’s Hospital has raised over $2.1 million to support life-saving care for children with heart conditions. A big hearted “thank you” to all who participated!
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Children’s Hospital Association is celebrating #CHIWeek by highlighting how children’s hospitals across the country work in partnership to improve the health and well-being of their communities. Marisa Otis, MPH, from Boston Children’s and a CHA Community Health Affinity Group member is featured in this video and talks about our impact through the Healthy in the City Program. www.childrenshospital
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Meet our 2025 Advocates! 
Next week, Boston Children’s is heading to Washington D.C. for Family Advocacy Day! We’re excited to team up with Children’s Hospital Association @speaknowforkids to meet with Members of Congress and advocate for public policy priorities that support children’s health. Stay tuned to our channel all week for inspiring stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and highlights fr
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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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