Mass General Brigham for Children Events
Caring for Grandkids with Food Allergies (In-Person Event)2025-07-23
Grandparents of children with food allergies are invited to a hands-on session that will provide tools for best practice in protecting and promoting your grandchild’s health and well-being.
Slavin Academy Education Series: Moles in Children and Sun Protection for All Ages2025-05-09
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Join us to learn about different moles, melanoma detection, and sun protection practices for adults and children.
Food Allergy Management Boot Camp (In-Person Event)2025-05-05
May is Food Allergy Awareness Month. Parents and caregivers of children with food allergies are invited to an interactive group session that will provide tools for best practice in protecting and promoting your child’s health.
Disability Education Series: Diagnosis and Treatment of Tourette Syndrome and Related Disorders2025-04-30
Tourette Syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by chronic motor and vocal tics. This presentation will cover the diagnosis and treatment of Tourette Syndrome and related tic disorders.
Tips to Develop Children’s Healthy Eating and Feeding Skills2025-03-07
Tessa Kennedy, MS, CCC-SLP, and Simona Lourekas, MS, RD, CSP, LDN, CHES, share tips on how to help your child develop healthy eating habits and the skills needed to chew, swallow, and feed themselves.
Understanding Your Child’s New Autism Diagnosis and Next Steps2024-07-08
This presentation will provide general education about autism spectrum disorder and services available to families with children under the age of 6.
Supporting a Child Through Loss and Grief2024-05-22
Dr. Pat O’Malley, medical advisor to a new pediatric bereavement program for Mass General for Children, will share ways to support children dealing with loss and grief.
Disability Education Series: Cerebral Palsy — Diagnosis and Management2024-03-27
In honor of National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, we will discuss the clinical features of cerebral palsy, common etiologies, and treatment of muscle tone and symptoms.
Skin Pigment Concerns in Children2024-03-18
Melanin-producing cells in our body can become damaged, affecting our skin color. We will discuss common skin pigment conditions in children and therapeutic approaches.
Disability Education Series: Current Updates in Down Syndrome2023-10-25
In recognition of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Dr. Stephanie Santoro will share an overview of Down syndrome, medical care, recent research, and patient resources.