Children's Hospital Association
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We are the voice of over 200 children's hospitals.
United States
Joined July 2009
We’re proud to unveil our “Made Possible” campaign, highlighting the vital role that children's hospitals play in advancing children’s health care and enabling them to experience life’s special moments. #MomentsMadePossible. Learn more here:
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@SenKamalaHarris Children's hospitals stand against #GrahamCassidy. 30 million children on #Medicaid could lose access or coverage
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@jimmykimmel Such a beautiful family. Thank you for sharing your story with the world! Amazing work happens inside the nation's children's hospitals.
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Life lessons from The Little Couple http://t.co/3HLxLmeWli
@jenarnoldmd @TLC @speaknowforkids
http://t.co/uF0aEN90Kk.
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Read our message to Congress and President Biden for 'immediate help' in 'capacity crisis' via @thehill
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Children's hospitals stand against #GrahamCassidy, would reduce access & coverage for 30 million kids in #Medicaid
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Today, @AmerAcadPeds, @AmerMedicalAssn and CHA urge action to protect physicians, hospitals, patients and families from violence. Read the statement:
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A new tradition and a wave of support sweeps over @UIchildrens patients during every @uiowa home football game.
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For #NursesWeek, we are celebrating amazing nurses who work tirelessly to provide the best care to kids in the nation's children's hospitals. Thank you for all you do to provide the best care to kids
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@jimmykimmel .@jimmykimmel we are so glad to hear Billy is doing well after receiving outstanding care @ChildrensLA !.
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"Our nation's investments in children's health, particularly in their earliest years of life, have proven returns. But beyond economics & social productivity, taking our best care of children is our sacred duty as humans." #FridayReads
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The nation's children's hospitals call on senators to protect kids' health & reject the new Senate #healthcarebill
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The Little Couple talks about childhood and raising kids with complex medical conditions @TLC @jenarnoldmd
http://t.co/3HLxLmeWli.
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#LittleCouple premieres & on 12/2 features @ReallyBillKlein & @JenArnoldMD at the #ACEKidsAct press conference. http://t.co/engG3niLIm.
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With the recent surge in COVID-19 cases around the country, we must go further to protect our nation's children. We are urging all children's hospitals and hospitals caring for children to require COVID-19 vaccinations for all health care personnel.
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Starting now, join the live Twitter chat during the Children’s Health Care Caucus briefing on youth mental health.
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12/2 season premiere of @TLCLittleCouple will feature @JenArnoldMD & her family's experience w/ #childrenshospitals: http://t.co/BY2wBpsDhA.
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The President and Congress funded the Children’s Health Insurance Program for six years. With #CHIPfunding, health care for millions of kids is safe.
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Family Advocacy Day is tomorrow, which means patients and families from children's hospitals across the country will travel to Washington, D.C., to tell Congress why we must prioritize children’s health. #SpeakNowForKids
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Today, families across the country can breathe a sigh of relief — CHIP funding has been secured. #CHIPCHIPHooray
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"It was the moment I heard the word "lead." From that point on, there was no going back—there was only going forward. You do not mess around with lead, and you do not mess around with children.". From the doctor who discovered the Flint's water crisis:
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"No parent should ever have to decide if they can afford to save their child’s life." -- @jimmykimmel
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Today, CHA along with the @AmerAcadPeds and @AACAP declared a state of national emergency in child and adolescent mental health. We are proud to stand together in calling for action at every level of government to address this crisis.
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Watch the @nytimes opinion video to see why children's hospitals are stretched to capacity while facing the triple-demic & mental health crisis. The pediatric health care workforce needs support to ensure every child receives care when/where they need it.
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Yesterday, ahead of @SoundAlarm4Kids week of action, we hosted a discussion with @AmerAcadPeds, @AACAP and key reporters to talk about the #kidsmentalhealthcrisis and the solutions needed to address this crisis. Follow along next week as we #Act4KidsMH.
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Thank you to all of the doctors dedicated to children's health. Our future is brighter because of you. #NationalDoctorsDay
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The Little Couple talks about childhood and raising kids with complex medical conditions @TLC @jenarnoldmd
http://t.co/3HLxLlWN7a.
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Thank you to pediatric doctors everywhere for all that you do to support kids and their health. #NationalDoctorsDay
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On behalf of our nation’s children’s hospitals, Children’s Hospital Association supports an end to the practice of separating children from their parents and reunification of families who have been affected. Read the full statement here:
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Thank you @SenSherrodBrown for being a fearless champion for kids and children’s health care!. #Fearless4Kids #FAD2023
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Vital health care coverage for millions of children across the nation is at risk. Congress should provide long-term funding as soon as possible to #SaveCHIP now
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.@TexasChildrens launches a dedicated center for adults with congenital heart disease to provide continuity of care and a medical home for life.
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@JenArnoldMD Children's hospitals stand united in opposition to this bill. Here's our statement:
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Our kids are in crisis. Youth anxiety, depression, and even suicide are on the rise – made worse by #COVID-19. That’s why CHA has partnered with @AmerAcadPeds to call on our nation’s leaders to prioritize children’s #mentalhealth.
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While the mental health crisis is multi-faceted, requiring changes across the entire health care delivery system, integrated behavioral health (IBH) is one model that can mitigate the demand.
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Thank you, @SenBobCasey, for extending the bipartisan CHGME program to support pediatricians and the children they serve:
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We are #ThankfulThursday for children's hospitals taking extraordinary measures to provide the best care to kids
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12/2 season premiere of @TLCLittleCouple will feature @JenArnoldMD & her family's experience w/ #childrenshospitals: http://t.co/BY2wBpsDhA.
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During @SoundAlarm4Kids week of action, we went to @NationwideKids’s event with @Surgeon_General, @ArianaHoet of Nationwide Children's Hospital and Ann Fisher of @WOSUAllSides to discuss @OnOurSleeves and other ways to address the #KidsMentalHealthCrisis. #Act4KidsMH
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Meet the 2015 Pediatric Quality Award semifinalists. @OHSUDoernbecher @ChildrensAL @LevineChildrens @CincyChildrens
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Happy #hospitalweek to all the nation's children's hospitals! Thank you for the amazing care you provide to pediatric patients.
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Thank you @SenBobCasey for your leadership on CHGME and advocacy on behalf of the nation's children
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Dr. Tami Benton, psychiatrist-in-chief @ChildrensPhila highlighted the importance of the Strengthen Kids’ Mental Health Now Act #HR7236. Here’s what she had to say about the legislation:
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Gearing up for premiere of #LittleCouple on 12/2 w/ @SNFK & #ACEKidsAct, the stars talk about life @JenArnoldMD
http://t.co/WOlrVkryKq.
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Nurses play an essential role in improving pediatric sepsis care. Join the Sepsis Webinar Series, with @SepsisAlliance, on May 11 to hear how nursing leaders have transformed teams and developed measurable change in pediatric sepsis outcomes.
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ICYMI: Leslie Walker-Harding, M.D., F.A.A.P., F.S.A.H.M. from @SeattleChildren testified during the House Energy & Commerce Subcmte on Health in support of the bipartisan PACT Act introduced by @RepJohnJoyce and @RepKimSchrier. 🖥️ Watch the hearing:
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Ahead of #SuperBowl @CNN shares Wyatt's story, "the cutest @AtlantaFalcons fan ever" & patient @childrensatl
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Today, we kick of Patient Safety Awareness Week! All week, we'll share resources you need to improve #patientsafety
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Today, Jeff Sperring, M.D., CEO of @seattlechildren, became the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Children’s Hospital Association. 🧵1/2
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Thank you for joining us for our Twitter chat during the Children’s Health Care Caucus briefing on youth mental health. Keep the conversation going throughout the day using the hashtags #SoundtheAlarm4Kids and #MentalHealth. For more information visit:
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Today, the president signed the bipartisan #ACEKidsAct into law. Learn more about this huge win for kids:
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A new tradition and a wave of support sweeps over @UIchildrens patients during every @uiowa home football game.
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Children’s hospitals cannot support any bill that doesn't safeguard #Medicaid funding, coverage & benefits for kids
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Today, the U.S. Congress passed the bipartisan #ACEKidsAct. Its next stop: the president’s desk.
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The CEO of @ChildrensMercy says during #COVID19, it's more important than ever to practice kindness and communication.
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Neonatologist, mom, and reality tv star @JenArnoldMD supports the #ACEKidsAct. Learn why this bill will help kids w/ medical complexity in #Medicaid & why Dr. Arnold believes it’s an important step to #GoBig by making children’s health a national priority:
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Today is #SuicidePreventionDay. Per the @CDCgov, 20% of high schoolers contemplated suicide in 2019. Take time today to talk to your loved ones and ask how they're feeling. If you or a loved one are having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 for help.
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Children’s hospitals around the country are seeing a surge in Covid-19 patients. Read first-hand accounts from health care workers and patients @CHNOLA .
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Our CEO, Mark Wietecha and @DoctorEneli of @nationwidekids are thrilled to represent children’s hospitals at today’s @WhiteHouse #WHConfHungerHealth. We look forward to working with @POTUS, @HHSGov and @HHS_ASH to implement national strategies that work for kids.
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DYK: Just 1% of all hospitals nationwide train 50% of pediatricians? . We need Congress to fully fund and reauthorize #CHGME so we can ensure the future of pediatric care. #CHGME4Peds
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We’re starting off 2023 on Capitol Hill advocating for children’s health and welcoming in the new 118th Congress! #Act4Kids
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Dr. Jocelyn Elders, M.D., was the first Black woman to ever serve as Surgeon General of the US in 1993. Forever advocating for change, Dr. Elders is still advocating for more Black physicians in medicine. #BlackHistoryMonth . Learn more about her life:
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Thank you @USRepKCastor for your bipartisan leadership on the Children’s Health Care Caucus and taking time today to talk about the importance of prioritizing children’s health!! #KidsHealth101
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Zachary, one of our #Fearless4Kids #FAD2023 Champions, was diagnosed with various health conditions following a stroke and receives ongoing care at @LurieChildrens. He will urge federal lawmakers to invest in #kidshealth this summer. Read his story:
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Children's hospitals are leading in many areas of care. And adult hospitals are watching, learning & following
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Congratulations are in order for @ChildrensPhila!. As the recipient of the $10k @Mattel wellness grant, CHOP will support its trauma-screening and referral project, Growing Resilience in Teens (GRIT), which connects kids and their families with community-based organizations.
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This week, we’re on Capitol Hill with leaders of children’s hospitals to ask Congress to reauthorize and fully invest in the Children’s Hospitals Graduate Medical Education #CHGME Program. #CHGME4Peds
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Thank you @SenSherrodBrown for continuing to champion the Children’s Hospital Graduate Medical Education (#CHGME) program by requesting the President’s FY 24 budget include $738 million to support the program. 👏 #CHGME4Peds
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CHA supports the #ACEKidsAct — bipartisan legislation to improve care for kids with complex medical needs who rely on #Medicaid. Join us, and many other health organizations, in supporting this critical legislation:
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🎉 Just released: the 2019-2020 children's hospitals photo exhibit 🎉. See how #childrenshospitals help kids thrive through touching photos and compelling stories. More than 370 images were submitted and just 50 photos were chosen for this exhibit.
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The House just passed the #PREEMIEAct that will invest in research, education & intervention to prevent premature births. Thank you @repannaeshoo, @reprobinkelly, @replbr, @michaelcburgess, @repmmm & @repjenkiggans for working to ensure a healthy start to the littlest among us.
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Thank you @senrobportman for taking time to meet with us, @DaytonChildrens, @CincyChildrens, @nationwidekids and @OhioHospitals this morning to talk about the #kidsmentalhealthcrisis. #CHA4MH
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Adoption comes with its share of challenges—from medical and social conditions to developmental and psychological issues. Enter adoption medicine—a field where the specialists have a strong personal connection to adoption & a mission to make a difference
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The CEO of @ChildrensMercy says now more than ever, hospital leaders must be visible and engage on a human-to-human level.
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.@AndreaHayesMD breaks glass ceilings. In 2002, she became the first board certified Black female peds surgeon & the first surgeon in the WORLD to perform a high-risk, life-saving procedure in kids w/ a rare form of cancer in 2004. #BlackHistoryMonth.
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From @MorningConsult, we can't let kids fall through the cracks when it comes to vaccines and mental health.
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Children’s hospitals stand with American voters — long-term CHIP funding is critical. Congress must #SaveCHIP now:
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Meet 5 children's hospitals making big improvements in pediatric quality @YNHH @nationwidekids @VUMCchildren @OchsnerHealth @ChildrensPhila #PSAW18.
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Children's hospital patients & families gather on Capitol Hill for advocacy event! Here's why they're making the trip http://t.co/gs8AFYrRAc.
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Children's hospital leaders from @TexasChildrens, @seattlechildren, @RileyChildrens and CHA discussed #PediatricPriorities in a @usnews webinar, focusing on behavioral health concerns, vaccine hesitancy, access to care and the future of our pediatric population.
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Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, children’s health care providers never stopped delivering the highest quality of care. Our new photo series captures the persistence, dedication, and resilience of children's hospitals.
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