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Four leading children’s hospitals announce IPCHiP, a collaborative to develop new treatments for pediatric diseases

Study of MIS-C vs. severe COVID in children suggests a continuum of illness, but flags key differences that could guide care

People reports that COVID-19 vaccination cards may eventually be used to prove immunization status for travel and other activities. Boston Children’s Chief Innovation Officer, John Brownstein, PhD, weighs in on the importance of these cards.

The Boston Globe reports that two-time Olympic figure skater, Mirai Nagasu, will stay in Boston to jumpstart her career following her Periacetabular osteotomy (PAO) hip surgery at Boston Children’s. Boston Children’s Ellen Geminiani, MD, Michael Millis, MD, and Eduardo Novais, MD, are highlighted for their role in Nagasu’s treatment.

Wired reports on the need to ease children safely back into sports following the pandemic to avoid injuries. Boston Children’s William Meehan, MD, provides his expertise. 

The New York Times reports that Johnson & Johnson will test its coronavirus vaccine in infants, newborns, pregnant women and people who have compromised immune systems. Boston Children’s Ofer Levy, MD, PhD, a member of the FDA's Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee (VRBPAC) and the Director of the Precision Vaccines Program, explains the benefits of this extensive testing.

NBC’s “Today Show” reports on new researching findings that show children who have sipped alcohol may have more favorable expectations about drinking compared to children who have never tried it. Boston Children’s Claire McCarthy, MD, stresses the importance of having healthy conversations with children about the dangers and safe usage of alcohol.

WBUR’s “All Things Considered” reports on the rise of adolescents hospitalized for suicidal ideation or attempts over the past several months. Boston Children’s Patricia Ibeziako, MD, provides insight into these alarming statistics

The New York Times reports that researchers have found no evidence that gene therapy treatment caused leukemia in the patient participating in the BlueBird Bio clinical trials. The article highlights the sickle cell trial conducted by Boston Children's David Williams, MD, that safely utilizes disabled lentivirus to deliver a gene to patients.

Boston Children’s Ofer Levy, MD, PhD, discusses the latest developments on the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine on CNBC.

NBC News reports on the nation's vaccine distribution plan following the approval of the third coronavirus vaccine. The article highlights the critical role of VaccineFinder.org, a CDC-supported website developed by the Boston Children’s HealthMap team to help the public locate nearby vaccination sites.

FOX Business News reports on the partnership between Facebook and VaccineFinder.org, a website developed by the Boston Children’s HealthMap team. The founder of the site, Boston Children’s Chief Innovation Officer, John Brownstein, PhD, explains how the collaboration will allow more people to find available vaccines.

Good Morning America reports on the nation’s concerns that spring break parties and travel could lead to potential superspreader events. Boston Children’s Chief Innovation Officer, John Brownstein, PhD, discusses the potential for COVID-19 transmission during spring break.

Self reports on some strategies for combating food guilt and shame. Boston Children’s Laura Moretti Reece, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, provides her expertise. 

Boston25 reports on a collaboration between researchers at Boston Children’s and Northeastern University to develop a smartwatch to help children with autism complete their daily activities and tasks.

Good Morning America reports on the removal of the COVID-19 safety restrictions in Texas as more of the public continues to search for available COVID-19 vaccines. VaccineFinder.org, a system developed by the Boston Children’s HealthMap team, is recognized for helping the public locate vaccination sites.

USA Today reports on new research that suggests coronavirus symptoms felt within the first week of infection may predict how long the virus will remain active. The co-author of the study, Boston Children’s Christina Astley, MD, ScD, explains the symptoms found in "COVID-19 long haulers."

HealthDay News (via American Heart Association News) reports on the severe symptoms of MIS-C found in children. Boston Children’s Jane Newburger, MD, MPH, a lead author of a nationwide study on the long-term impacts of MIS-C, discusses the rarity of the COVID-linked syndrome. 

Parentology.com reports on the launch of a study conducted by Mightier, a spin-out of Boston Children’s, to determine if their video game can teach children emotional regulation and improve mental health.