The HSC Health Care System

04/06/2022

With spring in full swing, you might be ready to let some fresh air in by opening the windows but a pediatrician at Children’s National Hospital wants parents to be aware of some of the dangers. Windows are among the five top hidden hazards in the home, according to the U. S. Consumer Product....

03/29/2022

Weight-bearing activities — like running and jumping — are the most important types of exercises for building healthy bones in kids.

03/01/2022

Although much remains unknown about long covid, experts said it shouldn’t be dismissed or taken lightly. “This is real, definable and causes significant patient suffering.”

02/23/2022

Introducing a variety of foods to children and involving them in meal preparation is a great way to add heart healthy nutrition to your life!

02/02/2022

Because mucus is the first line of defense against infections, snot can take on different colors depending on what's going on in your body.

01/27/2022

01/11/2022

Prepare children in advance, talking about the changes with this current surge, so the positive tests for grandpa, auntie or themselves will be less of a shock.

12/28/2021

To get a child to stop screaming when she doesn't get her way, you need to be consistent, otherwise she's likely to keep screaming.

12/21/2021

Learn how to maximize your fun and minimize your holiday stress.

12/15/2021

While your child's original vaccine continues to protect them against severe illness and death, it will wear off a bit over time. A booster shot provides extra protection against COVID-19.

12/08/2021

Our patients are AWESOME! Starting your day off with a sweet note from one of them 💙

11/26/2021

Even though younger kids are at lower risk of getting sick with COVID-19 than adults, their risk is not zero. It's up to each family to weigh the risks and benefits before hitting the road.

11/22/2021

Epilepsy, which is sometimes called a seizure disorder, is a disorder of the brain. A person is diagnosed with epilepsy when they have had two or more seizures.

07/16/2021

We are looking for your insight on how we can improve the health and well-being of children in your community! Please take 5 minutes to fill out our brief survey on how we can best use our resources to serve your families: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CHNAInputForm2021

03/31/2021

Happy ! Meet our Certified Child Life Specialists, Lisa and Emily. Our Child Life Specialists help children and families deal with the stress and anxiety that often accompany healthcare experiences. Through play activities, relaxation and stress management, and opportunities to socialize with other children, Child Life helps to normalize the hospital experience and provides emotional support for children and their families.💙

03/29/2021

🍩Dunkin', thank you for keeping our running! You donut how much we 💙 you! ☕️

03/22/2021

🍪A huge shoutout to the Daisy Girls Scouts Troop 1563, for making our life a little sweeter by donating cookies to our team! Thank you, Girl Scouts! 😀

03/02/2021

As a subsidiary of Children’s National, HSC remains dedicated to supporting the vaccination efforts of our community. Now that several coronavirus vaccines are becoming available, you probably have some questions about the vaccines and when your child can expect to receive them. We have teamed with Children’s National to ensure a smooth expedited rollout for patients 16 or older with serious health problems. Please visit the Children’s National COVID vaccine resource page for answers and updates.

Children’s National remains dedicated to supporting the vaccination efforts of the city. We’re doing everything we can to ensure a smooth and expedited rollout for patients 16 or older with serious health problems. We understand that you may have questions.

Please visit our COVID vaccine resource page for answers and updates: https://childrensnational.org/visit/resources-for-families/wellness-resources/coronavirus/vaccine-faqs