Here's What We Know: Parents want to keep their kids healthy and in school. COVID-19 vaccination helps prevent or lessen the symptoms and reduces the transmission of the virus to others. Dr. @SalliePermar of @WCMpeds shares why she vaccinated her kids.

Happy National Physician Assistant Week to all our PAs and PA students! We appreciate your integral role in a patient's care team, and we thank you for your unwavering commitment to improving the health of the communities we serve. ❤️ 🧡 💛

“Skin-to-skin contact isn’t just a comforting moment—it’s a powerful tool for brain development. According to Dr. Katie Travis, lead author of a new study ‘kangaroo care’ may be neuroprotective & support emotional regulation in preterm infants. Read more: https://t.co/G6EtbadRuZ

Hello #MedTwitter #MedX, I am a postdoctoral research fellow at @WCMpeds studying HIV prevention strategies for children. 🦠 I am delighted to apply #Pediatrics for #Match2026! 👶🍼👩‍⚕️ Excited to connect with pediatrics community! ✨✨

@rahman_dna is the Division Chief of Medical Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medicine. He is on the Step 1 Interdisciplinary Review Committee and the Management Committee. Thanks to Dr. Abdul-Rahman and all the #USMLE’s volunteers!

Dr. Sallie Permar , along with Drs. Genevieve Fouda and Ashley Nelson, has led our pediatric research team to secure a $20.8M grant from the @nihgov to advance a groundbreaking #HIV vaccine! 🌟 This could be a major breakthrough in the fight against HIV. 🌍💉

Last year, 216 children died from the flu in the U.S., the most ever recorded in a non-pandemic year. We know that research changes patient care and saves lives. That's why our @WCMPeds scientists are working to develop a universal flu vaccine to protect kids from an early age.

📒📘 📚 Week 3 of school — routines are settling in, but the pace is picking up! As kids juggle classes, sports, and social time, here are a few tips to help them stay on track! https://t.co/3ldjLq6FhO

💛 This past Saturday was a blast at the Third Avenue Fair with @WeillCornell! 🎉 Our amazing team of child life therapists, staff, physicians, residents, and fellows had a great time sharing health tips, handing out swag, and connecting with the community.

Second week of school and it’s so important to keep your child’s health a top priority!✨. Let’s make sure they’re thriving inside and out this semester! #ChildHealth #HealthyHabits #SelfCare #BackToSchool #MentalWellness #BTS https://t.co/TE0FD9JTkc

We're proud to celebrate Women in Medicine Month to honor the trailblazers, healers, administrative staff, researchers and educators who are changing medicine every day. #WIMMonth #WIMStrongerTogether @AmerMedicalAssn

📚✨ Dr. Sallie Permar’s 3 tips for a healthy & successful school year: 1️⃣ Play it safe 🛴💉🦠 2️⃣ Be kind 💛 3️⃣ Give it your all 🏆 https://t.co/73V8wQAajD

🎒🥦 Back to School, Back to Fueling Right! Pediatric Nutritionist & Endocrinology expert Isabel Reckon, RD, shares her top health-forward recipes and smart food choices to power your kids through the school day.🧠 Keep them focused, energized, and thriving all year long! 🍎

📚 Back-to-School Tips from Dr. Christina Fiorvanti, Pediatric Psychologist 💭 Supporting your kids as they express their emotions can set them up for a smoother school year. Encourage open conversations and create a safe space for them to share their feelings! 🌟 #BackToSchool

Navigating college is tough — doing it while managing a chronic illness takes strength, resilience, and the right support. Dr. Anjana Jagpal, Assistant Professor of Psychology, shares insights on how students can thrive academically and personally while caring for their health.

Mila was diagnosed with congenital CMV at three weeks old. Read more about how our @WCMpeds experts were able to diagnose her early and are now working on the first CMV vaccine to prevent transmission during pregnancy: https://t.co/gisRhOX9JG

📚✏️ Back to School Jitters? We’ve got you! Join Dr. Alexandra Huttle & Dr. Diane Lee as they share simple, expert-approved tips to help your child feel calm, confident, and ready to shine this school year! 🌟🧠✨ https://t.co/YMaIQjVBDT

Before stocking up on school supplies, make sure your child's health is on your checklist. Vaccines protect your child and their classmates. Schedule checkups early via Weill Cornell Connect. @WCMpeds Learn more: https://t.co/iRWVqwDM3b

The best teaching faculty with fantastic simulation resources and space. Thank you to all involved in ensuring that the second year of neonatology fellowship is a success! @WCMpeds @neo_twiter @jayasreenairneo @vyapmd

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