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Thousands Support the Walk for St. Mary’s Kids and Family Fun Day

June 29, 2007

Bayside, NY – They came by bus, by train, and by the car load. They came to walk. They came for the children. On June 10, 2007, droves of families, friends, and supporters descended on Flushing Meadows Corona Park for the fourth annual Walk for St. Mary’s Kids and Family Fun Day at the Playground for All Children. The event attracted approximately 2,000 participants who did their part to raise funds and awareness for children with special needs and support the programs and services at St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children. With donations still pouring in, the event is expected to raise $200,000.

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Christmas Arrives Early at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children

June 22, 2007

Bayside, NY – Law enforcement officers from across the metropolitan area and beyond pulled out all the stops when they rode into Bayside on June 23, 2007 for the Second Annual Toy Run and Bike Blessing at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children. Accompanying the 100 members of the GUNFIGHTERS MC New York was none other than Santa, bringing toys and smiles to the children of St. Mary’s.

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St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children Recognized for Comprehensive, Life-Affirming Palliative Program

June 20, 2007

Bayside, NY, June 20, 2007 – St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children, one of the nation’s premier providers of intensive rehabilitative and specialized medical care for children, was honored by Children’s Hospice International (CHI) for its ground-breaking Pediatric Palliative Care and End-of-Life Program. St. Mary’s was recognized for pioneering the first inpatient pediatric palliative care program in the United States, designed to improve the care and quality of life for children with life-threatening and life-limiting conditions and their families. The award was presented by Ann Armstrong-Dailey, CHI founding director and chief executive officer, at a special ceremony on May 11, 2007 commemorating the 25 th Anniversary of CHI.

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