Yale New Haven Children's Hospital

06/03/2026

During National CPR and AED Awareness Week, June 1-7, we remind people that anyone can save a life by learning hands-only cardiopulmonary resuscitation and how to use an automatic external defibrillator. For upcoming adult and child CPR classes, visit: http://ynh.care/1ng.

05/29/2026

An allergy diagnosis does not always mean it is forever.

As children grow, their immune systems are constantly learning and adapting. What may trigger a reaction at one stage can shift over time, sometimes becoming more manageable or even fading altogether.

At the same time, new environments and experiences can introduce different triggers, which is why symptoms may change as your child gets older.

Understanding that allergies can evolve helps take some of the uncertainty out of the process and allows for more flexible, informed care over time.

Learn more by visiting, http://ynh.care/1n0

05/28/2026

Last year, Leo went through the fight of his life, cared for by Yale New Haven Children's Hospital's pediatric intensive care unit and hematology oncology teams. He underwent a bone marrow transplant for severe aplastic anemia, along with treatment for a rare fungal infection that required several interventions from the pediatric surgery team. After such a challenging and fragile time in the hospital, it’s wonderful to see that Leo is now a happy, thriving teenager in 7th grade! His mom recently sent a photo and a note expressing deep thanks: “Can you send this to all in the PICU and tell them THANK YOU for helping our guy get his life back. Forever thankful.” Cheers to the incredible teamwork and dedication of everyone involved in Leo's care and our patients' care every day at the Children's Hospital.
Learn more about our hematology and oncology programs, http://ynh.care/1mJ.

05/28/2026

Summer fun is here! ☀️🌊
Before heading to the pool or beach, hear from Gauthami Soma, MD, pediatric emergency medicine specialist at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital, who recently shared essential water safety tips on Fox & Friends.
A little preparation goes a long way in keeping kids safe this summer 💙

Dr. Gauthama Soma, a pediatric emergency medicine physician, provides crucial water safety tips for parents and caregivers ahead of Memorial Day.

05/27/2026

Help support Yale New Haven Children's Hospital and make a difference in our patients’ lives. For every iced coffee purchased today, May 27, Dunkin’ will donate $1 to the Dunkin' Joy In Childhood Foundation to support local children’s hospitals like us.

05/25/2026

May is National Trauma Awareness Month. The American Trauma Society and Yale New Haven Health’s Center for Injury and Prevention support simple daily actions to reduce risk, build safer routines and strengthen a shared culture of injury prevention can keep our communities safer.

05/25/2026

Remembering with gratitude the sacrifice of those who served.

05/23/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Meet Aarti Patel, PsyD, a Yale Medicine pediatric psychologist who cares for children and adolescents with a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital. Integrated within the pediatric gastroenterology medical team, Dr. Patel works with patients and their families to address both physical and emotional stress that often comes with chronic GI conditions such as disorders of the gut-brain interaction. She teaches kids strategies to help them manage symptoms, decrease stress and improve their daily life at home, school and in social settings. In her free time, she enjoys hiking with her partner and two dogs, trying new restaurants in New Haven, relaxing by the beach, playing board games, and cuddling with her cat.
To learn more about our Pediatric Psychology Program, visit http://ynh.care/1mc.

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05/22/2026

Help support Yale New Haven Children's Hospital and make a difference in our patients’ lives. For every iced coffee purchased on Wed., May 27, Dunkin’ will donate $1 to the Dunkin' Joy In Childhood Foundation to support local children’s hospitals like us.
Dunkin' Joy In Childhood Foundation

05/21/2026

Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital leadership, staff and friends came together to cut the ceremonial ribbon in celebration of the revitalization of our Children’s Psychiatric Inpatient Service’s playground. A playground may look simple, but its impact is powerful. Physical activity supports mental health in ways we see every day: movement helps regulate stress, improves sleep, builds confidence, and gives children a healthy outlet for big feelings. Just as importantly, play creates connection—kids practice social skills, take turns, solve problems, and experience joy alongside peers and caregivers.

Thanks to the generosity and collaboration of The Friends of Yale-New Haven Children's Hospital and Yale New Haven Hospital Auxiliary, our patients have a dedicated place to move, play, and reset—whether that means swinging to calm their bodies, climbing to build confidence, or simply getting fresh air between groups and appointments. These small moments add up, reinforcing the skills children are learning and strengthening their ability to cope outside the hospital. Special thanks to Jim O’Connor, Principal of Mary R. Tisko Elementary School, and their incredible students for supporting the Children’s Hospital.

To learn more about Yale New Haven Children's Hospital's mental health services, visit http://ynh.care/1m4.

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