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  • Did you know Hamilton General Hospital (HGH) is a provincial leader in life-saving care? 🏥✨ @hamiltonhealthsciences is home to Ontario's highest volume cardiac surgical centre AND integrated stroke program. Plus, HGH houses one of only two adult regional burn centres in the region and the second busiest trauma program. 🫀🧠 We are proud to bring world-class expertise to our community. Tap the link in our bio to learn how you can support this essential work. #HamiltonHealthSciences #HamiltonGeneralHospital #CardiacCare #OntarioHealth
  • A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
  • Clara’s journey through the Child and Youth Mental Health Program at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre is a powerful reminder of the importance of specialized care for young patients. From overcoming OCD and anxiety to finding strength through family therapy, Clara’s story is one of resilience and hope. The Child and Youth Mental Health Program at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre (@hamiltonhealthsciences) is the largest pediatric mental health program in Canada, leading the way for young patients by providing comprehensive care and support. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, programs like this are changing lives every day. 💙 Read Clara’s inspiring story and learn how you can help make a difference at the link in bio. #BellLetsTalk #MentalHealthMatters #ChildAndYouthMentalHealth #HamiltonHealthSciences
Did you know Hamilton General Hospital (HGH) is a provincial leader in life-saving care? 🏥✨ @hamiltonhealthsciences is home to Ontario's highest volume cardiac surgical centre AND integrated stroke program. Plus, HGH houses one of only two adult regional burn centres in the region and the second busiest trauma program. 🫀🧠 We are proud to bring world-class expertise to our community. Tap the link in our bio to learn how you can support this essential work. #HamiltonHealthSciences #HamiltonGeneralHospital #CardiacCare #OntarioHealth
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Did you know Hamilton General Hospital (HGH) is a provincial leader in life-saving care? 🏥✨ @hamiltonhealthsciences is home to Ontario's highest volume cardiac surgical centre AND integrated stroke program. Plus, HGH houses one of only two adult regional burn centres in the region and the second busiest trauma program. 🫀🧠 We are proud to bring world-class expertise to our community. Tap the link in our bio to learn how you can support this essential work. #HamiltonHealthSciences #HamiltonGeneralHospital #CardiacCare #OntarioHealth
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A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
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A heartfelt thank you to our amazing community for showing up in powerful ways and supporting patient care across @hamiltonhealthsciences ✨ 1. 📸: A special thank you to the Flanagan Family Foundation for a generous grant supporting critical equipment in the Pediatric Urology Clinic. Your investment in advanced technology will directly support Dr. Luis Braga and the clinical care team — enhancing patient care and improving the experience for families. 2. 📸: Shoutout to Sacha (5acha5), the high school student behind Donations in Motion! Inspired by a goal to run up to 1,000 km and raise $5,000 for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at @mcmasterchildrens, Sacha exceeded expectations — raising $5,310 through community support and determination. Incredible work! 3. 📸: A big thank you to the Ellens Family and the Haick Family for raising $11,417.76 through their Music Trivia Fundraiser in support of @mcmasterchildrens. Your continued dedication and years of fundraising mean so much to our community. 4. 📸: Thank you to Lalitha and Julian from the CraftRaft Initiative for raising $1,222 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your creativity and commitment are helping make a real difference for MacKids and their families. 5. 📸: We’re grateful to the Grimsby Firefighters Association (@grimsbyfiredept) for their generous $1,700 donation supporting the Burn Unit at Hamilton General Hospital. Your gift is helping advance the purchase of a PDL Laser, critical equipment that improves recovery for burn survivors. 6. 📸: Thank you to the Hamilton Archery Centre (@hamiltonarcherycentre) for hosting the 2025 Charity Shoot Tournament, raising $4,312 for @mcmasterchildrens. Your annual event brings together archers of all ages to support the hospital’s highest-priority needs — true community champions! 7. 📸: A heartfelt thank you to St. John’s College (@sjc_eagles) for raising $2,200 for the Breast Assessment Centre at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre through their Pink Out Basketball Game. We’re so grateful for your continued commitment and support.
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Clara’s journey through the Child and Youth Mental Health Program at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre is a powerful reminder of the importance of specialized care for young patients. From overcoming OCD and anxiety to finding strength through family therapy, Clara’s story is one of resilience and hope. The Child and Youth Mental Health Program at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre (@hamiltonhealthsciences) is the largest pediatric mental health program in Canada, leading the way for young patients by providing comprehensive care and support. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, programs like this are changing lives every day. 💙 Read Clara’s inspiring story and learn how you can help make a difference at the link in bio. #BellLetsTalk #MentalHealthMatters #ChildAndYouthMentalHealth #HamiltonHealthSciences
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Clara’s journey through the Child and Youth Mental Health Program at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre is a powerful reminder of the importance of specialized care for young patients. From overcoming OCD and anxiety to finding strength through family therapy, Clara’s story is one of resilience and hope. The Child and Youth Mental Health Program at Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre (@hamiltonhealthsciences) is the largest pediatric mental health program in Canada, leading the way for young patients by providing comprehensive care and support. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, programs like this are changing lives every day. 💙 Read Clara’s inspiring story and learn how you can help make a difference at the link in bio. #BellLetsTalk #MentalHealthMatters #ChildAndYouthMentalHealth #HamiltonHealthSciences
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