Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego

Big thanks to The Music Man Project UK & The Bands of HM Royal Marines for bringing the magic of music to our patients and staff by putting on a special performance at ! 🎵

Born ten weeks early & a tiny 2 pounds, 12 ounces, Grace was transported by our CHET (Children's Hospital Emergency Transport) Team to the NICU — officially becoming "a Rady baby." Thanks to the CHET Team & 45 days of around-the-clock care from a team of NICU specialists, Grace is now a healthy, happy 9 year old!

Read her full story ➡️ www.rchsd.org/saving-grace

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New study reviewed nearly 339,000 poison control cases, revealing calls involving ma*****na rose 245% among 6 to 18-year-olds between 2000 & 2020. Explore tips for talking to your child about cannabis via TIME.

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This month's spotlight goes to Senior HR Generalist, Jordan! 💫 A kind partner for healing hands, Jordan says one of the best things about working at is "we never have to question the mission or why we work here."

Apply for our open roles: https://jobs.rchsd.org/

High-quality neonatal care can make all the difference for critically ill or premature infants. Discover what sets Neonatology program apart: https://www.rchsd.org/2023/01/top-notch-care-for-newborns/

Holiday fun isn't over yet! ✨ There is still time to head to the Rady Children's Ice Rink and light the way for kids in our Thriving After Cancer Program. Purchase tickets today: https://rchicerink.org/

Hello, 2023! 🎉 Wishing our patients, their families, employees and our community a healthy & .

Newborns, especially those born prematurely, could be affected by a potential supply chain shortage of O-negative blood. Get the details from our own Dr. Denise Malicki & Dr. Jeanne Carroll via The San Diego Union-Tribune. https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/health/story/2022-12-26/newborns-in-crosshairs-of-possible-blood-shortage

Why are some children sick months after getting COVID? Join a study and get paid to help us learn how to prevent & treat Long COVID in the future. Sign up now: www.rchsd.org/covidstudy

Meet Joey, a patient who was born with Down syndrome. 👋 Children with Down syndrome have a higher risk of pulmonary hypertension & leukemia — both of which Joey battled before his 6th birthday. But today, Joey is cancer-free! As we approach the end of the year, donate to support world-class pediatric care: https://secure.radyfoundation.org/site/Donation2?idb=885433320&df_id=2521&FR_ID=1350&mfc_pref=T&PROXY_ID=1350&PROXY_TYPE=21&2521.donation=form1

Santa Claus & his reindeer (aka our therapy dogs) came to to wish our kiddos a ! 🎅🦌 A big thank you to our employees working through the holidays to provide care for our patients.

Our annual book & toy store — funded by our generous donors — was a success! 🧸 Every year during the , we invite our patients' parents to pick out gifts for their kiddos staying in the hospital. 🎁 You can still donate & support events like this here: radyfoundation.org/light-the-way

A morning well spent with our Light the Way campaign participants at the Ice Rink! ⛸️ There's still time to donate & bring cheer to kids in the hospital during the . Start here: radyfoundation.org/light-the-way

This holiday season, approximately 505 children will spend time at , away from home, getting the treatment they need. Thank you to the County of San Diego - Government for recognizing and supporting all the kids in our care by lighting the San Diego County Administration Center in Rady Children’s colors!

Tie a bow on your shopping! 🎁 Stop by our gift wrapping workshop at Westfield UTC — open now until Dec. 23. Proceeds benefit AJ's Toy Fund, providing toys & diversionary activities to kids at . https://www.westfield.com/utc/event-detail/HOLIDAY-GIFT-WRAP

And the grand total is 🥁 ... $556,327! A huge thank you to our community for donating during the iHeartRadio . Your support makes hope & healing possible for kids in the hospital. You can still donate to our Light the Way campaign here: https://radyfoundation.org/get-involved/events/light-the-way/

When Kamden was in utero, it was discovered his intestines were on the other side of his chest. Hear his incredible story on your favorite iHeartRadio station during the & donate to help kids like him: https://radyfoundation.org/get-involved/events/giveathon/

Meet Keane on your favorite iHeartRadio station today during the ! 👋 Listen as he shares about his recovery from a shark bite at & donate to world-class pediatric care: https://radyfoundation.org/get-involved/events/giveathon/

It's beginning to look a lot like the holidays at ! 🎄✨ There's still time to donate & bring cheer to our kiddos in the hospital by funding decor, toys, books and so much more. Give today: https://secure.radyfoundation.org/site/Donation2?idb=744888363&df_id=2521&FR_ID=1350&mfc_pref=T&PROXY_ID=1350&PROXY_TYPE=21&2521.donation=form1

This , we have a lot to be grateful for! Thank you, employees, for working through the holidays to provide care for patients. And thank you to our generous donors for bringing cheer to kids in the hospital. ✨ Be a part of world-class pediatric care by donating today: https://radyfoundation.org/get-involved/events/light-the-way/

This , we're spotlighting Teen Rocks! — our weekly program that provides psycho-educational & skills-based intervention support to teens living with type 1 . Learn why our Diabetes & Endocrinology program ranks among the nation’s best: www.rchsd.org/diabetes

This just in! 📣 Thanks to , we’re proud to have earned our Great Place to Work® Certification™. 👏 Apply for our open today: https://jobs.rchsd.org/

Lace your skates – Ice Rink at Liberty Station is now open! ⛸️ Purchase tickets & Light the Way for kids in our Thriving After Cancer Program at the Peckham Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders: https://rchicerink.org/

Your gift can change a child’s life this season. ✨ Donate today to support world-class care in . https://radyfoundation.org/get-involved/events/light-the-way/

Happy ! This morning we hosted a Recognition Event for our veterans where we provided coffee, connection & appreciation of their service.