Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt

4 Common Questions Answered About the New Monoclonal Antibody to Help Prevent Severe RSV in Babies

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In fall of 2022, the United States saw an early and significant spike in cases of Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, which is the leading cause of hospitalizations in all infants. Today, the American Lung Association launched a campaign to help inform parents of infants and young children, as well as caregivers, about RSV and the new preventative options that can protect their children.

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  • RSV is so common that nearly 100% of children have been infected with the virus by age two.
  • Here are answers to four common questions about how to help prevent RSV in babies:
    Is nirsevimab a vaccine?
  • No, it is a long-acting monoclonal antibody injection that provides an extra layer of defense to help prevent RSV disease.
  • The protection provided by this preventative antibody is called passive immunity because external antibodies are given to help protect against RSV.

Minted Partners With Brett Eldredge on Holiday Collection for a Cause

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

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    The Minted and Brett Eldredge Holiday Collection features six new holiday card designs that incorporate lyrics from Eldredge’s beloved holiday songs paired with artwork by Minted artists.
  • This year, stand out from the stack with these unique and modern Minted and Brett Eldredge holiday cards which can be personalized with a custom greeting, family photos, and more.
  • Starting today, customers can shop the new Minted and Brett Eldredge collection of holiday cards and gifts at www.minted.com/bretteldredge .
  • Follow @minted on Instagram for holiday inspiration and exclusive Brett Eldredge content this season.

The American Urological Association Announces Incoming Editor for AUANews

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

BALTIMORE, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Urological Association (AUA) announced Stacy Tanaka, MD, as the Editor of AUANews, AUA's official newsmagazine, published bi-monthly and free to all AUA members.

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  • BALTIMORE, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the American Urological Association (AUA) announced Stacy Tanaka, MD, as the Editor of AUANews, AUA's official newsmagazine, published bi-monthly and free to all AUA members.
  • Dr. Tanaka will start her term April 1, 2023, and continue for three years ending on March 31, 2026.
  • As the editor of AUA News, Dr. Tanaka will be responsible to maintain the highly regarded editorial integrity of this best-in-class urological newsletter and elevate its status as the most-read and highly trusted tabloid in urology.
  • "We are looking forward to working with Dr. Tanaka as the new editor for AUANews," said AUA President Edward Messing, MD.

Country Music Star Tyler Hubbard Joins Forces With First Responders Children’s Foundation to Deliver 2,000 Toys to Children at Nashville’s Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Country Music star Tyler Hubbard, First Responders Children’s Foundation, and leading global toy company Mattel teamed up this week to deliver 2,000 toys to children undergoing treatment at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital®.

Key Points: 
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Country Music star Tyler Hubbard, First Responders Children’s Foundation, and leading global toy company Mattel teamed up this week to deliver 2,000 toys to children undergoing treatment at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital®.
  • The toys arrived at the hospital via fire truck, police car, and ambulance — in true first responder style — and were personally delivered to children by Hubbard.
  • “And we are especially grateful to Tyler, First Responders Children’s Foundation and Mattel for generously making this toy-delivery happen for the children.
  • “It’s always an honor to visit the kids at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt,” says Hubbard.

Parents Share Harrowing and Hopeful Stories in New Campaign to Raise Awareness About RSV

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

About three-fourths of those hospitalizations occur in infants (under 12 months) and in fact, RSV is the leading cause of hospitalizations in infants.

Key Points: 
  • About three-fourths of those hospitalizations occur in infants (under 12 months) and in fact, RSV is the leading cause of hospitalizations in infants.
  • Through a new campaign, the American Lung Association is working to help educateexpectant parents, and parents of infants and toddlers about the symptoms of RSV and the steps they can take to protect their children.
  • Through the RSV Educational Campaign , the American Lung Association, with support from Sanofi, is sharing stories of parents and their children who have been impacted by RSV to help raise awareness about the disease.
  • "She was placed in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) to be cared for while her tiny body fought against RSV.

Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy Announces Pediatric Certified Duchenne Care Center at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

WASHINGTON, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy (PPMD), a nonprofit organization leading the fight to end Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne), announced the expansion of their renowned Certified Duchenne Care Center Program (CDCCP) with the certification of the clinic at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, Tennessee. This is an exciting step for the CDCCP as it is the first certification in the state of Tennessee.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy (PPMD) , a nonprofit organization leading the fight to end Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Duchenne) , announced the expansion of their renowned Certified Duchenne Care Center Program (CDCCP) with the certification of the clinic at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, Tennessee.
  • "The team at the Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Clinic at Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt has shown immense dedication to Duchenne care and growth in their Duchenne program over the last two years.
  • PPMD's Certified Duchenne Care Center Program supports standardized, comprehensive care and services for all people living with Duchenne.
  • Schrader is thrilled to add Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt to the growing network of Certified Duchenne Care Centers and to expand the program to include its first center in the state of Tennessee.

Dolly Parton Kicks Off ‘Jingle Challenge’ for Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Monroe Carell Jr. Childrens Hospital at Vanderbilt announced the 2020 Jingle Challenge to send uplifting messages to patients, families and staff.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Monroe Carell Jr. Childrens Hospital at Vanderbilt announced the 2020 Jingle Challenge to send uplifting messages to patients, families and staff.
  • Knowing that kids at Monroe Carell Jr. Childrens Hospital at Vanderbilt will get to see how many people across the world are thinking of them this holiday season makes my heart happy, said Dolly Parton.
  • Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, a nonprofit organization, opened in 2004, expanded its physical space in 2012, and recently added four new floors encompassing 160,000 total sq.
  • The new expansion helps to advance the size and scope of the hospital's mission.For more about Monroe Carell Jr. Childrens Hospital at Vanderbilt: ChildrensHospitalVanderbilt.org

Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt and Mars Petcare Introduce Hospital's Full-Time Facility Dog

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Thursday, August 13, 2020

In February 2020, Squid, a Canine Companions for Independence (Canine Companions) facility dog, joined the Patient- and Family-Centered Care team at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.

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  • In February 2020, Squid, a Canine Companions for Independence (Canine Companions) facility dog, joined the Patient- and Family-Centered Care team at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.
  • The Facility Dog Program at Children's Hospital was established through collaboration with Mars Petcare to support a full-time facility dog and a staff position for coordination of the program, with the overall goal of showing the positive impact a facility dog can have on patients, families and staff.
  • Squid assists handlers Leslie Grissim, MA, CCLS, facility dog coordinator, and Erin Munn, child life specialist 3, during their work with patients.
  • Together with Mars Petcare, Children's Hospital will work to harness the power of pets to improve the health of patients.

For Some Children, Their Only Holiday Wish is a Cure

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Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals.

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  • Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals.
  • Paul Gravette has long admired the work the dedicated doctors, nurses, and technicians do at Vanderbilt.
  • "It's a small gesture, especially when compared to the efforts of the hospital's staff," said Mr. Gravette.
  • Their patients have access to the latest advances, approaches, and innovations found only in a research-focused children's hospital.

Sectra Signs Enterprise Imaging Contract With Vanderbilt Health

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Tuesday, August 20, 2019

SHELTON, Connecticut, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --International medical imaging IT and cybersecurity company Sectra (STO: SECT B) will install its enterprise imaging PACS and VNA throughout Vanderbilt Health in Nashville.

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  • SHELTON, Connecticut, Aug. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --International medical imaging IT and cybersecurity company Sectra (STO: SECT B) will install its enterprise imaging PACS and VNA throughout Vanderbilt Health in Nashville.
  • In addition to Sectra PACS for diagnostic radiology and cardiology and the VNA to store any departmental imaging, the multi-year contract signed in July will include advanced visualization tools, teaching file software, Sectra Breast Imaging PACS for mammography workflow, orthopedic pre-operative planning tools, business analytics and resident workflow.
  • Vanderbilt Health comprises Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.
  • Sectra offers an enterprise imaging solution comprising PACS for imaging-intense departments (radiology, pathology, cardiology and orthopedics), VNA, and share and collaborate solutions.