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09/05/2026

In the first 24 to 48 hours of a baby’s life, behind the quiet moments and first cuddles, a critical safeguard takes place.

Newborn screening tests check for hidden genetic, metabolic, and congenital disorders in those initial days, long before any visible symptoms appear. This timing matters deeply. Detecting these conditions immediately gives doctors the window they need to begin treatment before severe symptoms, lifelong disabilities, or tragic loss occur.

Across the globe, screening programs protect roughly 40 million babies each year, delivering life-saving interventions for nearly 40,000 infants.

A simple test in those first few hours can quietly protect a child's entire future. This Newborn Screening Awareness Month, we recognize the life-changing impact of early detection and the protection every infant deserves from the very start.

According to data from the National Library of Medicine

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Behind every healthy kid is a pediatric team making the tough moments a whole lot easier! They guide our little ones and us parents through every fever, milestone, and growth spurt with unmatched patience and steady care.

Swipe through to discover a few incredible details about what makes their work so uniquely vital, and make sure to drop a comment below shouting out a pediatric provider who has made a difference in your family’s life! 💚

09/04/2026

Final call to register for the HGF International Growth Symposium in Marseille, France: Decoding Growth: Evolution, Prediction, and Genomic Precision in Pediatric Endocrinology. Join us for an afternoon of cutting-edge scientific exploration and international collaboration!

Register here: hgfound.org/events

Featured Presentations:
• Why Growth Fails—and Why It Responds Differently: An Evolutionary and Predictive Modelling Perspective
Presented by Adam Stevens, PhD – Senior Lecturer in Child Health and Growth, University of Manchester, UK

• Genomic Advances in Diagnosing Short Stature: Transforming Care for Children with Growth Disorders
Presented by Phillip Murray, MD – Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist, Manchester University NHS Foundation, UK

Moderators:
• George Chrousos, MD, MACP, MACE, FRCP, ΣΞ – National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
• Bradley Miller, MD, PhD – M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital, USA

📅 Monday, September 7
⏰ 3 PM - 6 PM
📍 Hôtel Dieu Intercontinental Marseille: Room Salle Des Cordelles | Ground Floor, Marseille, France

09/03/2026

What an inspiring gathering in Palo Alto for the HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day! We extend our deepest, most sincere gratitude to our expert speakers and program director for sharing their invaluable insights:

Dr. Diane Stafford – Puberty vs Adrenarche: What’s What and What Do I Do?
Dr. Carolyn Chi – Assessment of Growth at Different Stages in Childhood and Adolescence
Dr. Priya Prahalad – Diabetes in Children: Diagnosis and Management
Dr. Sejal Shah – Beyond the Blood Spot: Navigating Newborn Screening for Endocrine Disorders
Program Director – Dr. Monica Grover

To every provider who spent the day learning with us, thank you. Events like this are vital for refining clinical intuition, improving early diagnostic precision, and directly elevating long-term outcomes across pediatric growth, bone, and endocrine disorders. Your unwavering commitment to continuing education is what continuously raises the bar for pediatric care.

Our heartfelt thanks also go to our Director, Maricela Taylor, for her devotion and leadership in representing HGF.

Check out the highlights: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.122188671362906993&type=3

09/03/2026

When medical specialists, patients, and families gather in the same room, care becomes clearer and more personal. Having a dedicated space ensures every individual receives the precise treatment they need while arming families with reliable knowledge. By connecting clinical expertise directly to the daily lives of those affected, we build a community where no one faces a complex diagnosis without support.

Join us for the HGF National Growth Awareness Family Day at SeaWorld Orlando, a dedicated gathering for learning, connection, and community support. Your ticket also includes full access to SeaWorld Orlando, where you and your family can experience up-close marine life encounters, dolphin feedings, a massive walk-through shark tunnel, educational shows, and thrill coasters!

Learn more and register today: hgfound.org/events
Get your copy of the book: hgfound.org/priscilla

We are also excited to celebrate the live launch of Priscilla's Brave Adventure with CPP during the event, offering families a special opportunity to mark this meaningful new release together.

📍 SeaWorld Orlando - Ports of Call | Floor 1, Orlando, FL
📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 9 AM – 1 PM
🎟️ $5 for a family of 5

09/03/2026

Join us for HGF's Pediatric Endocrine Education Day in New Orleans, LA, USA, in collaboration with Manning Family Children's. Earn accredited CME and CE credits, connect with peers, and participate in expert discussions.

Register here: hgfound.org/events

Presentation Speakers:
• Dr. Arlette Soros
• Dr. Brantlee McConaughey
• Dr. Mary Rossi
• Dr. Stuart Chalew
• Dr. Dania Felipe
• Dr. Patrick Quebedeaux

📅 Saturday, September 19
⏰ 8 AM - 1 PM
📍 Manning Family Children’s: Worley Hall | Ground Level, New Orleans, LA

09/03/2026

Consider this your sign to take a deep breath and check in with yourself.

It’s so easy to live on autopilot, ignoring exhaustion or anxiety just to get through the day. Protecting your mental health means stopping to admit when you are actually overwhelmed. Unclench your jaw, drop your shoulders, and give yourself a break.

No pressure to perform or pretend here. Are you doing okay today? 💚

✨ A message from Little Billie from the book Billie's Bravery Against Bullies ✨

📘Discover Billie’s story and order your copy here: https://a.co/d/07E1L9Ye

09/03/2026

Feeling overwhelmed? Sometimes the kindest thing you can do for yourself is simply pause. ❤️

When everything feels like too much, give yourself permission to step away from the noise for a moment. Close your eyes, take a slow breath, and allow your body and mind to settle. You don’t have to figure everything out right now, you can simply be present and give yourself a moment to breathe.

Take one more breath. Stay in this moment. Give yourself the time and kindness you deserve.

Watch the full reel and take a moment to reconnect with yourself.

Together, let’s continue creating spaces where compassion, understanding, and self-care help everyone feel supported and valued.

09/02/2026

To everyone who joined us for the HGF Pediatric Endocrine Education Day in Palo Alto, CA: simple gratitude hardly feels like enough. Your energy, thoughtful participation, and active engagement made this gathering truly extraordinary.

We extend our deepest appreciation to our distinguished speakers and program director for bringing such brilliant clarity to complex clinical topics: Dr. Diane Stafford, Dr. Carolyn Chi, Dr. Priya Prahalad, Dr. Sejal Shah, and Dr. Monica Grover.

We are also profoundly grateful to our Director, Maricela Taylor, whose dedication and steadfast leadership in representing HGF guided the entire evening.

Were you there? Tag us in your pictures!

Check out the highlights: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.122188671362906993&type=3