Newsroom

The newsroom includes access to Council Connect, our twice-monthly newsletter on Hospital Council’s work. Key articles and issues of interest, along with the President’s Message, are included below.

Retired Firefighter Thankful for Recovery

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Following a life-threatening injury, Tim Scott is determined to make the best of his situation, fueled by the support of his loved ones and the guidance of his physical and occupational therapists at Enloe Medical Center.

Several Firsts for Ella Mae Ferneil

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Ella Mae Ferneil’s background is filled with many “firsts” — first African American registered nurse, public health nurse, visiting nurse, and school nurse in the state of California. Children’s Hospital Oakland is proud to honor this remarkable and determined woman. 

UC Davis Health goes beyond hospital walls to vaccinate community

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Without the help of university students, thousands of Sacramento’s most vulnerable residents might not have gotten COVID-19 vaccines. The University of California, Davis School of Medicine provided the workforce while UC Davis Health provided support.

Stanford Caregivers Helping Elite Diver Achieve Success

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A team of caregivers at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health’s Children’s Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center helped Scott Garman overcome injuries and achieve his dream of becoming a Division 1 diver.

The Gift of Time

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When Ashley Agnitch’s daughter was born with a genetic abnormality, she had only a few precious hours to spend with her. After that experience, Ashley knew that the gift of Cuddle Cots would allow hospitals to help comfort other families in the same situation. 

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