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01/20/2026

🤢 Stomach bug season is here

Norovirus, sometimes called the “stomach flu” or “winter vomiting bug,” spreads easily and can hit kids hard. Young children, older adults and people with weaker immune systems are most at risk.

💧 How it spreads: contaminated food, surfaces or close contact with someone who is sick
🧼 Prevention: wash hands with soap and water, clean high-touch surfaces, cook food thoroughly, and avoid preparing food if you are sick
🥤 Recovery: rest and fluids are key. Watch for dehydration and seek care if symptoms are severe

➡️ Learn more about keeping your child healthy this winter and preventing stomach bugs from spreading: https://bit.ly/4jL7zIz

01/19/2026

From meeting the team to cheering them on in Beaver Stadium. 🏈

Last May, Cameron Wamsher met members of the Penn State Football team during a visit to Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital. This fall, Cameron got to attend a Penn State football game in person — feeling the excitement of game day and making new memories along the way.

Moments like these capture what it means to be part of the Penn State family: connection, community and support that lasts far beyond a single day. 💙

01/16/2026

🎉 Students are making a real difference in the fight against childhood cancer!

Mini-THON, modeled after Penn State THON, gives elementary, middle and high school students the chance to be leaders in their schools and communities.

Throughout the year, students build skills in communication, teamwork and problem-solving, all while raising funds for Four Diamonds. Every dollar supports world-class care at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital and life-saving pediatric cancer research.

The yearlong effort is celebrated with a high-energy event full of games, music, dancing and fun — honoring the dedication and hard work of students who are making an impact in their communities. 💙

Mini-THON shows that every school, every student, every year can make a difference.

01/15/2026

🚗 Keep your baby safe in the car — every trip, every age!

Installing a rear-facing infant car seat? Here’s what to remember:
✅ Harness at or below your baby’s shoulders
✅ Buckle snugly — no pinches at the shoulder
✅ Check the recline angle
✅ Make sure the base is secure — no more than 1 inch of movement
✅ Know when it’s time to switch to a convertible rear-facing seat

👀 Watch our video for step-by-step instructions and see exactly how it’s done!

Learn more about keeping your child safe on every ride — tips, videos and local car seat inspections from our certified experts: https://bit.ly/45tfbbK

01/14/2026

🏠 Ready for your child’s first step toward independence?

Safe@Home is a free, 90-minute virtual program for kids ages 10–12 who want to learn how to stay safe and confident when home alone.

In this fun, interactive class, kids will:

✅ Practice safe habits at home
⚡ Learn what to do during emergencies like power outages or bad weather
🩹 Use the Safe Sitter First Aid Chart to respond to injuries and illnesses

Offered by our Pediatric Trauma and Injury Prevention team, Safe@Home helps kids gain independence while keeping safety top of mind.

Upcoming sessions:
🔹Monday, February 23 | 6–7:30 p.m.
🔹Monday, March 23 | 6–7:30 p.m.

This program is offered online via Microsoft Teams and is free of cost.

👉 Sign up today: https://bit.ly/45VfY6f

01/13/2026

Is your child sick with the flu? Here’s where to turn for care.

As flu, RSV and COVID-19 circulate this winter, knowing where to go can help your child recover safely while keeping emergency care available for children with serious or life-threatening conditions.

🏠 Mild symptoms: Children with a fever under 103, cough or congestion who are able to drink fluids can often recover at home. Families can also contact their child’s pediatrician, visit urgent care or schedule a virtual visit.

⚠️ Higher-risk children: Infants younger than 3 months and children with chronic conditions or weakened immune systems should contact their pediatrician early in the illness.

🚨 Emergency care: Seek emergency care or call 911 for breathing problems, bluish lips or face, signs of dehydration, ongoing vomiting or unusual sleepiness.

💉 Flu shot reminder: It’s not too late to vaccinate. Flu shots can help prevent severe illness and hospitalization.

Find out what to do if your child gets the flu: https://bit.ly/4sUahj9

01/12/2026

A great look back at last weekend’s Teddy Bear Toss, featuring Miracle Child Izzy and a powerful reminder of why moments like this matter. 🐻

01/09/2026

Missed the Holiday Donation Window? You Can Still Bring Joy to Our Patients 🎁

If you missed donating over the holidays, don’t worry — we’ll begin accepting donations starting Monday, February 2, 2026.

✨ To see our current wish lists, donation guidelines and schedule a delivery appointment, visit: https://bit.ly/4qjoGU7

Thank you for helping bring comfort and joy to children in our care — every donation makes a difference! 💙

01/08/2026

What’s going around this week?

Pediatricians at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital are seeing:
🤧 Flu
😷 Viral upper respiratory infections
🫁 Bronchiolitis
👂 Ear infections

Dr. Leah Kaye, pediatrician at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, shares helpful at-home tips for parents:

🌡️ Fevers (in children older than 3 months) can often be managed at home if comfort improves when the fever comes down
💧 Encourage fluids
🌫️ Use a humidifier
🍯 Honey may help reduce coughing for children over 1 year old
💦 Saline spray or drops can ease congestion

📞 Call your child’s provider if️ a cough lasts more than two weeks without improvement.

When in doubt, your child’s care team can help guide next steps.

01/07/2026

A new step forward in pediatric brain cancer research 🔬

Researchers at Penn State College of Medicine are working to advance a new treatment approach for children with diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), one of the most aggressive childhood brain cancers.

Through its leadership of the Beat Childhood Cancer Research Consortium (Research: Beat Childhood Cancer) and Four Diamonds, in partnership with Targepeutics, the collaboration is helping move a targeted therapy called GB13 closer to clinical trials at Penn State Health. The therapy is designed to attack tumor cells while protecting healthy brain tissue, with a focus on children and adolescents who currently have very limited treatment options.

“Our goal is to pursue the most promising science and move it into clinical trials with urgency and rigor,” said Dr. Giselle Sholler, chair of the Beat Childhood Cancer Research Consortium and division chief of pediatric hematology, oncology and bone marrow transplant at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital.

Learn more about how this work is bringing new possibilities to children and families facing DIPG: https://bit.ly/3LycwYo

01/06/2026

New Treatments Offer Hope for Children with Epilepsy

Seizures can disrupt everyday life and put children at risk for injury. At Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, advanced treatments are helping kids live safer, fuller lives.

Maverick, 2, went from having dozens of seizures a day to just one or two after receiving vagus nerve stimulation and brain surgery. He’s now catching up on speech and development and has more time to play, learn and grow.

Noah, 18, struggled with seizures that medication couldn’t control. After resection surgery, he became seizure-free, returned to school and is thriving in sports, academics and everyday life.

Our team combines cutting-edge treatments — including surgery, neuromodulation devices and specialized dietary therapies — with around-the-clock monitoring, personalized care plans and coordinated support for families. This approach helps children reduce seizures, protect development and get back to living life to the fullest.

Learn more about epilepsy care and treatment at Penn State Health: https://bit.ly/4pYx7UK

01/05/2026

Teddy Bears Take Over the Ice! 🧸🏒

Fans of the Hershey Bears made this year’s GIANT Teddy Bear Toss unforgettable — sending 81,796 teddy bears and stuffed animals onto the ice to benefit Children's Miracle Network Hershey at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital and other local charities.

Thanks to The GIANT Company, CMN will receive a $100,000 donation — and more than 150 volunteers will help deliver the bears to over 60 local and regional organizations, bringing comfort and joy to children throughout the community.

Miracle Child Izzy Rivera and her family joined the fun on the ice — showing just how much happiness a little generosity — and a lot of teddy bears — can bring to kids and families. 💙

Learn more about this beloved tradition: https://bit.ly/49lDqdL

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