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    Our departments work diligently to ensure the best possible care for your child, offering expertise and compassion to address their unique medical needs and promote their health and well-being.
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    What’s Happening at Children’s National

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    Flu Season Resources

    Stay healthy this flu season! Learn flu prevention tips, as well as how to care for your child if they do catch the flu.

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    NoVa Top Docs magazine

    Northern Virginia Magazine Names 108 Children's National Physicians to 2025 "Top Doctors" List

    The magazine’s 2025 "Top Doctors" list highlights care providers across several specialties who were nominated by their peers from eight local hospitals.

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    Children’s National and Virginia Tech Expand Research Partnership to Advance Pediatric Health

    This partnership will advance pediatric health through innovative discoveries and therapies, with an initial focus on pediatric cancers, including brain tumors.

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    How to Talk to Kids About Traumatic Events

    As you consider how and what to share with your kids, take a deep breath and recall that your role is to be the supportive, trusting adult.

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    The Children’s National Research Institute Academic Annual Report 2023-2024

    A remarkable year of transitions, continued growth and distinction at Children’s National Research Institute has continued to make profound differences in the lives of the children and families we serve.

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    Discover the Art of Healing

    The Panda Cares Center of Hope, the Family Resource Center at Children’s National, provides comfort and a place to escape for patients and their families.

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    We Welcome Patients from Foreign Countries at Children's National

    Our Global Services team is here to coordinate every aspect of your child’s visit and treatment when they travel to Washington, D.C., for care.

    Rise and Shine Newsletter

    Expert Advice for Keeping Kids Healthy and Happy

    Get parenting and health tips from the experts at Children’s National in your inbox every week.

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    Give to Save Lifetimes

    Change a child's life forever. Donate to help find cures, fuel innovation and provide world-class care for every child.

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