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Football

Learn about football injury prevention from the experts at Boston Children’s Hospital.

Football Preventing football injuries Football is a challenging and exciting game that gives kids the chance to experience teamwork and develop physical agility and discipline. It is also a physical game that can result in injury. Most football injuries …
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Running

Many running injuries are related to overuse or improper form. Learn more about injury prevention from Boston Children’s Hospital.

Running What are the most common running injuries? Many running injuries are related to overuse , improper running form, or both. Common injuries include: Stress fractures in the foot, heel, shin, or hip Plantar fasciitis (heel spurs) Achilles tendinitis …
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Field Hockey

Most field hockey injuries result from being hit with a ball or stick. Learn more about injury prevention.

Field Hockey Common field hockey injuries Field hockey is not technically a contact sport, but contact does occur. Most field hockey injuries result from being hit with a ball or stick, causing bruises , fractures , and sometimes, concussions . These …
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Swimming

While considered a low-impact sport, the intense training and physical demands of swimming can lead to injuries.

Swimming Preventing swimming injuries As many as 91 million people in the United States swim recreationally and competitively. Swimming is a low-impact fitness activity and a great way to increase strength, endurance, and cardiovascular health. Although …
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Media Coverage Archive

See past media coverage of Boston Children's Hospital.

Media Coverage Archive How to protect kids from violent videos online : From WCVB-TV Channel 5 . Erica Lee, PhD , is interviewed. Tips for parents of children with neurofibromatosis type 1 : From Everyday Health . David Miller, MD, PhD , is quoted. …
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Franciscan Children's Affiliation

Learn about the affiliation between Franciscan Children's Hospital and Boston Children's Hospital.

Franciscan Children's Affiliation A record-breaking gift to support mental health for children Rob and Karen Hale have announced an extraordinary $100 million dollar gift to support children’s mental wellness by naming a signature building in Brighton on …
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Volleyball

Volleyball has a low injury rate, but overtraining can lead to injury.

Volleyball Preventing volleyball injuries Volleyball helps young athletes develop skills such as agility, hand-eye coordination, communication, and teamwork. Physically, the sport fosters strength — especially in the legs, abdominals, arms, and shoulders …
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Soccer

Injury prevention strategies for soccer players from the experts at Boston Children’s Hospital.

Soccer Soccer is known for the near-constant motion and explosive action of the players. All the running, jumping, and kicking makes soccer an exciting sport to play and watch. It can also lead to injury. How do soccer injuries happen? Prolonged running …
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Wendy Chung, MD, PhD, Chief of Pediatrics

Read more: "Boston Children’s Hospital names Wendy Chung, MD, PhD, Chief of the Department of Pediatrics."

Wendy Chung, MD, PhD, Chief of Pediatrics BOSTON (February 14, 2023) — Boston Children’s Hospital has named Wendy Chung, MD, PhD, the hospital’s next Chief of the Department of Pediatrics . Dr. Chung will be responsible for leadership, strategy, …