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From Interpreter Summit to School
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Needs highlighted at the event triggered a coalition to create an interpreter training program.
South Philly Synergy Benefits Kids’ Health
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Working with the librarian, South Philadelphia primary care nurse engages kids to teach about health and wellness.
Beyond Medicine: Easing Stress and Pain
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Oncology patients can try massage or yoga to help them get through cancer treatments.
Focusing on Social-Emotional Development
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A CHOP program supports childcare centers to promote a focus on positive behaviors.
A Path with Potential
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CHOP’s Nursing Workforce Exposure Luncheon provides career education to Philadelphia students.
Improving Asthma with Home Repairs
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A new partnership with the city enables no-cost home repairs to reduce asthma triggers.
Legal Help Brings Improved Health
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CHOP’s Medical Legal Partnership (MLP) makes lawyers part of the healthcare team.
Pop-up Shops Distribute Free Kids’ Clothes
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Three CHOP primary care locations have partnered with Our Closet to hold monthly pop-up shops where families can select free clothing for their children.
Having Fun While Saving Lives
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Two groups from CHOP used a community-wide event to educate people on how to perform CPR and use AEDs to help keep those undergoing sudden cardiac arrest alive until EMS arrives.
Palliative Care for the Tough Times
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After her 8-month-old baby was diagnosed with a rare and deadly cancer, Michele turned to the Center for Palliative Care team for support for her two older children.