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TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL NEWSROOM
In The Media

June 17, 2010
Read the incredible story of Dr. Ramesh Papanna, of Texas Children's Fetal Center, who went from a shepherd boy in India to a doctor in the U.S.
June 14, 2010
Dr. Heather Machen talks about the work of Rice University students' development of the "Baby Bubbler" on Great Day Houston.
June 13, 2010
Dr. Carol Baker discusses the importance of getting vaccinated against meningitis with the Houston Chronicle.
June 5, 2010
Texas Children's Physician-in-Chief reviews the history and successes of the Pediatric AIDS Corps, which places American pediatricians in Africa to help provide care for children in need.
June 2, 2010
Texas Children's Hospital and Tootsies reveal a new line of maternity clothing to FOX-26.
May 27, 2010
Dr. C. Mary Healy talks to the Los Angeles Times about cocooning as a strategy for preventing whooping cough.
May 26, 2010
Working Mother magazine features nurse Bella Belleza-Bascon in Real Mom Stories.
May 12, 2010
Dr. Jennifer Arnold reveals to FOX 26 the benefits of medical simulation and showcases Texas Children's pediatric simulation center.
Apr. 29, 2010
Texas Children's renal dialysis patients attend a very special prom at Beyonce's House of Dereon. Read the Associated Press article.
Apr. 27, 2010
The Houston Chronicle, and San Antonio Express News feature Texas Children's Cancer Center's annual "An Evening with Texas Legends" dinner.
Apr. 15, 2010
Local stations ABC-13, KPRC-2, KHOU-11 and KIAH-39 report on 9-year-old Morgan LaRue's groundbreaking leg lengthening procedure.
Apr. 8, 2010
Watch the latest stories from FOX 26 about patients, families and physicians at Texas Children's Hospital.
Mar. 30, 2010
Katy magazine, The Katy News and The National Horseman cover Texas Children's partnership with the Great Southwest Equestrian Center.
Mar. 30, 2010
Local and national media covered the passing of a great friend of Texas Chidlren's Hospital, Dan Duncan. Business Week, FOX 26, KPRC and the Chronicle all ran stories about the business leader and philanthropist.
Mar. 30, 2010
Texas Children's doctors warn that they've seen a rise in H1N1 flu cases this spring and urge parents to be aware of the virus' danger.
Feb. 14, 2010
The Austin American-Statesman reports on the removal of a baby's tumor while she was still in the womb. The procedure took place at Texas Children's Fetal Center.
mechanical heart patient Francisco "Frank" De Santiago Feb. 12, 2010
FOX-26 News covers the story of Frank DeSantiago, who received a new heart after relying on a mechanical heart since November.
Feb. 5, 2010
Dr. Julie Boom answered questions about autism and vaccines today on Chron.com.
Jan. 4, 2010
Dr. Carol Baker chimes in on the debate about autism and vaccines with Austin radio station KUT-90.50 FM.
Feb. 2, 2010
Dr. Julie Boom talks to KHOU-TV about the Lancet retraction of the link between vaccines and autism.
Feb. 2, 2010
The Houston Business Journal features Texas Children's Newborn Center's designation as a collaborating centre for the World Health Organization.
Jan. 29, 2010
In an opinion piece published in the Houston Chronicle, Dr. Carol Baker stresses to parents the importance of vaccinating children against the flu.
Jan. 19, 2010
Texas Children's fetal expert Karen Moise helps a Spartanburg, SC couple find hope for their twins' rare fetal condition.
Jan. 11, 2010
KPRC-2 featured Texas Children’s Simulation Center in a segment about the center’s training programs. Also, this week's "Little Couple" showcases the center's grand opening.
Jan. 2, 2009
Preemie Nathaniel Allan Pipho was born at 12:12 am on Jan. 1, 2010, marking the first birth of the new decade.
Jan. 1, 2010
DJ Kevin Kline trained for an entire year to run Strides Across Texas, benefiting Texas Children's Cancer Center. Watch his progress live and support the cause. Or follow the media coverage and read about Kevin's journey in the Houston Chronicle.
Dec. 15, 2009
Nancy Hurst, RN, talks to KPRC-2 about how the Texas Children's Lactation Program and Milk Bank is helping moms with breastfeeding issues.
Dec. 14, 2009
Texas Children's pediatric giants imparted wisdom to young doctors during a candid conversational luncheon. Read details in the Houston Chronicle.
Dec. 9, 2009
CBS Evening News reports on the Berlin Heart and Dr. Charles D. Fraser's expertise on the pediatric heart pump.
Dec. 8, 2009
Katy family details teen's brush with H1N1and his recent stay at Texas Children's Hospital in the Houston Chronicle.
Dec. 2, 2009
Texas Children's Dr. Jeffery Starke talks to local station KHOU-11 about the decline of H1N1 in Houston.
mechanical heart patient Francisco "Frank" De Santiago Nov. 12, 2009
UPI, FOX News and local stations KHOU-11 and FOX 26 cover the discharge of 16-year-old mechanical heart patient Francisco “Frank” De Santiago.
Nov. 11, 2009
The Austin American-Statesmen reports on the work of Dr. Mary Healy, who is investigating an increase in pertussis among children in Williamson County.
Nov. 4, 2009
The Houston Business Journal reports on the grand opening of Texas Children's new Pediatric Simulation Center.
Nov. 2, 2009
The Chronicle profiles Texas Children's Hospital's new high-tech Pediatric Simulation Center.
Oct. 20, 2009
Texas Children's Hospital honors the Tellepsen family for giving $1 million to "Heal Sick Children." Read the Chronicle story.
Oct. 19, 2009
Dr. ZoAnn Dreyer, medical director of the Long-Term Survivor Program at Texas Children's, tells the Honolulu Star Bulletin why children cured of cancer should be monitored.
Oct. 14,2009
First H1N1 vaccine doses arrive at Texas Children's Pediatric Associates. Follow the story online:
 - KTRK-TV
 - FOX 26
 - KIAH-TV
 - KHOU-TV
 - KPRC-2
 - Houston Chronicle
Oct. 12,2009
Texas Children's and Kohl's kickoff a new program for expectant mothers at a Third Ward YWCA.
Oct. 11,2009
Dr. Brian Talbot comments in the Chronicle about how he and his colleagues are managing "waves" of patients.
Oct. 9,2009
Justin Duke, with the help of Texas Children's Hospital, fought back from paralysis to play football again.
Oct. 4, 2009
Dr. Amy Middleman comments in The New York Times about parent who try to maintain family dinners with children.

Oct. 2, 2009
The Fetal Center reunites with past patients, like Macie McCartney. See coverage from channels KTRK-13 and KRIV-26.

Sept. 30, 2009
Dr. Gordon Schutze tells KPRC-2 which  types of flu symptoms require a trip to the emergency room.
Sept. 23, 2009
Dr. Joan Shook tells KTRK-13's Christi Myers how Texas Children's Hospital is handling an increase in flu patients
August 19, 2009
Local media celebrities donned bad fashion for a good cause at the Texas Children's Hospital 2009 Bad Pants Fashion Show.
Texas Children's Is First to Join Rice's BioScience Research Collaborative
KUHF - Houston Public Radio details the new collaboration between Texas Children's Hospital and Rice University's BioScience Research Collaborative.
Public Health Experts Discuss Infectious Diseases Threats at News Conference
Health experts, including Dr. Carol J. Baker, convened at the National Press Club to discuss the threat of H1N1 and other infectious diseases.
Dr. Mark Kline Recognized for Making House Calls Around the World
Dr. Mark Kline received the Jefferson Award from KPRC 2 for his dedication to treating children affected by HIV/AIDS around the world.
Texas Children's Sees Rise in Teen Bariatric Surgery
KHOU-11reports on an increase in teen gastric bypass surgery and Texas Children's role in a 10-year study of benefits and risks.
Radio Lollipop Reaches Patients All Over Hospital
KTRK-TV profiles Radio Lollipop, the all-volunteer station which helps put smiles on kids' faces at Texas Children's Hospital.
Texas Children's Celebrated and Educated Children at Cornelius Elementary Texas Children's Celebrated and Educated Children at Cornelius Elementary
On February 13, students from Cornelius Elementary spread their love as they decorated cards and letters for children in need of some extra cheer on Valentine's Day.
Discovery Health features Texas Children's Fetal Center
The Texas Children's Fetal Center team was recently showcased on the Discovery Health channel in a one-hour special called "Miracle Babies." Click here to watch the amazing story unfold!
On Your Mark...Get Set...Go!
The 12th annual Texas Children's Hospital Kids' Fun Run kicked off the Chevron Houston Marathon weekend with more than 3,500 children participating!
Thank you for tuning in
On December 19, 2008 the fifth annual Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon broadcasted live on Cox Radio stations and raised over $750,000 in gifts and pledges for the Cancer Center. Learn how our physicians are changing cancer patients' lives.
Cancer Center launches nation's first comprehensive web-based application for care of childhood cancer survivors
Passport for Care to revolutionize long-term survivor care, provide life-enhancing support.
Tiny miracle: Texas Children's surgeons save baby's life in utero 
Baby Macie was dying in her mother's womb until Texas Children's Fetal Center surgeons performed a delicate surgery to remove a rare tumor while she was still in her mother's womb. See more on this story: Today Show  |  CBS Evening News
Texas Children's breaks new ground
Texas Children's Hospital West Campus is Houston's first community hospital just for kids.
Texas Children's Hospital West Campus
Parents expected twins, not the risks to fetuses
Fetuses become a danger to each other when blood flows incorrectly -Chron.com

Read article  |  See video

Kangaroo Crew reunites with past patients to unveil new ambulances
Patients reunite with members of the specialized transport service team at the unveiling of the newly designed, ground and air ambulances.
Advances in fetal medicine
The April 1 issue of AmericanWay, the magazine for American Airlines, features Texas Children's Fetal Center physicians.
Dr. Ralph Feigin - Texas Children's Hospital Can you stump the doctor?
(ABC13.com video)
Dr. Ralph Feigin, Texas Children's physician-in-chief, pits his knowledge against young residents in a weekly game that challenges them to think outside the box.
NASA astronaut Scott Parazynski Cancer patients get CDs back from outer space
NASA astronaut
Scott Parazynski returns CDs of 55 Purple Songs that flew aboard space shuttle Discovery. 
Dr. Mary Brandt - Texas Children's Hospital Oprah features Texas Children's Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Program
On her Feb. 4 show, Oprah featured Dr. Mary Brandt and how the Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Program is saving the lives of teens battling obesity. Visit Oprah.com to learn more about one patient's journey, see photos and read more about the show.
Newborn baby - Texas Children's Hospital Texas Children's launches first-of-its kind vaccine center
Texas Children's Hospital announced the creation of the Center for Vaccine Awareness and Research, a new program dedicated to providing parents and the medical community with up-to-date information about vaccines and conducting research that will contribute to the health of the nation's children and families. The Cocoon Strategy, the center's first project, aims to protect those most vulnerable - newborn babies - against whooping cough.
Berlin Heart - Texas Children's Hospital Texas Children's named lead center for clinical trial of Berlin Heart
This collaborative study, involving other leading heart centers, will benefit pediatric heart patients worldwide.
Junction Jack visits Texas Children's Hospital The Houston Astros kick off 2008 winter caravan with a visit to Texas Children's Hospital 
The caravan visits kids in schools and hospitals, as well as participating in other events across Texas.

Flu fills Houston emergency rooms  (Click2Houston.com)
The Flu has hit Houston, and emergency rooms around the city are filling up fast. Before heading to the ER, hear what the chief of Texas Children's Emergency Center recommends
.

Purple Songs Can Fly - Texas Children's Hospital

Innovative Cancer Center program
featured in the New York Times

Purple Songs Can Fly, a novel program at Texas Children's Cancer Center, is helping heal children with cancer through song.

Kids in the Fun Run

On Your Mark...Get Set...Go!
Children, ages 5 to 15, including those with special needs, are welcome to register for Texas Children's Hospital Kids' Fun Run.
Race day: Saturday, January 17, 2009

Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon - Texas Children's Hospital

Thank you for your support!
Generous listeners pledge over $1.1 Million during the Cure Kids Cancer Radiothon. It's not too late to contribute!

Christmas miracle for twins - Texas Children's Hospital

 

College Station family celebrates the holidays with two very special bundles of joy (KBTX.com)
When Shana and Chad Elliott were having twins, the couple was excited. But when the unborn babies were diagnosed with twin-twin transfusion syndrome, worry set in. Visit KBTX.com to learn how physicians at Texas Children's Fetal Center helped make this Christmas merry for the family.

Jan and Dan Duncan - Texas Children's Hospital

Texas Children's breaks ground for new Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute
A ceremonial groundbreaking was held at Texas Children's Hospital for the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute.

 

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