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New Immune System, New Life for California Teen Overcoming Leukemia

Stanford Childrens

Aggressive leukemia stopped in its tracks by innovative cancer treatments at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health From the minute you meet Emily and Susana, it’s obvious that they have an extraordinary mother-daughter bond. Their connection is so palpable that it’s like talking to one person—they sit close, find each other’s gaze constantly, and finish each other’s sentences.

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Pato (Traditional Sport of Argentina)

Montessori Physical Education

If you were to ask an Argentinian off the street what they thought the official sport of their country was, nine times out of ten, the person would respond fútbol. However, especially if they were a horse enthusiast, they would emphatically answer Pato, which can also be called Juego del Pato. They would be correct since Pato has been the official sport of Argentina since 1953.

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Orthopedic Surgery Legend Dr. Lawrence Rinsky Retires

Stanford Childrens

Sometimes, legends are born. And sometimes people become legends by making life better for others with positive actions, words, and attitudes each and every day. Of these, Lawrence Rinsky, MD, retiring pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health , is the latter. Fifty-two years ago, Dr. Rinsky began his orthopedic surgical residency at Stanford and never looked back.

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100 Incredible Tennis Quotes To Insipre and Amaze

The Sporting

Over 100 Inspirational and Thought-Provoking Quotes about Tennis Tennis quotes from players, coaches and notable people who love the sport of tennis. These quotes on tennis will provide you with inspiration and humour whilst providing moments of reflection on this most challenging of individual sports. Quotes on the Mental Side of Tennis "Tennis is 90% mental.

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Reimagine the Role of PE to Reconnect With Your Students

Speaker: Jeremy Kellem, M.Ed. - Educational Strategist, Former Athlete, and CEO/Founder of W.I.N. (We Impact Now, LLC)

For many students, physical education is critical to becoming active and developing healthy routines. But how is this possible anymore with the repercussions of the pandemic? Years of COVID-19, social distancing, and virtual learning have all had a profound effect on students, which means educators need to adjust their classes accordingly. The good news is that P.E. can still play a vital role in helping students intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Representative Lauren Underwood Needs the Support of Nurses!

Relentless School Nurse

Representative Lauren Underwood, MPH, RN Nursing is political and this is a political blog post. Our voices and votes are needed now more than ever. 2024 will be a transformational election, with nothing less than our democracy hanging in the balance. I have never shied away from taking political stances because I am a nurse and nursing is inherently political.

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The 5 Most Popular Sports in Nigeria

The Sporting

The Top 5 Most Popular Sports in Nigeria Football is very popular across Nigeria - but what other sports do Nigerians love to play, watch and follow? Read on to find out about Nigeria’s favourite sports and games! Including all the latest stats and facts about Nigeria’s biggest achievements. One of the greatest Nigerian basketball players, Hakeem Olajuwon Nigeria is very passionate about sports.

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