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Last Remaining Victim of Deadly 2007 East Harlem Explosion Released from St. Mary’s Hospital for Children
August 18, 2008
Bayside, NY August 18, 2008 – On Monday, August 18th, Duaa Al Ghaithi, the 6-year-old girl who was badly injured in last October’s deadly East Harlem gas explosion, was released from St. Mary’s Hospital for Children. During the celebratory send off, Duaa’s family, together with her doctors and therapists from St. Mary’s, spoke about the youngster’s miraculous recovery and how her strong will to never give up was remarkable. According to therapists, Duaa worked hard during her time at St. Mary’s and was eager to get better so she could get back to her family.
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Recent News
- Prominent Investment Adviser and Philanthropist Stephen Brent Wells Named Chairman of the Board at St. Mary’s
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- NYC Councilman Daniel Halloran Joined St. Mary’s in Welcoming Delegates from Israel’s Ministry of Social Affairs & Social Services
- St. Mary’s Chosen as Beneficiary of the Pleasantville Music Festival Headlined by Son of the Legendary Bob Dylan
- Westchester Leader Join St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children to Launch Head Smart Westchester Campaign to Prevent Head Injuries in Children
- St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children and the Disability Opportunity Fund Help Special Needs Families Plan for the Future
- Young Adults in St. Mary’s Pediatric Day Healthcare Program Host Carnival & BBQ for Patients & Staff
- Young Patient at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Named Hero of the Month For Her Remarkable Journey to Recovery
- Bowlers Came Out in Numbers to Strike It Up For St. Mary’s Kids
- April Hero of the Month Awarded to Patient in St. Mary’s Pediatric Day Healthcare Program
- Patients at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Host Earth Day Parade and Learn the Importance of “Being Green”
- New Eatery on Long Island Celebrates Opening by Giving Back
Kids Corner
Children of St. Mary’s always find a way to reach out and touch our hearts. Inspired by the Starworks Foundation creative expression in arts program, St. Mary’s kids put their deepest thoughts to paper, and in front of families and friends, read their published work from “The World I Know,” Starworks Anthology collection. Filled with mixed emotions, there wasn’t a dry eye in the house as the children each read their stories of hope and inspiration, ranging from poems, stories, essays, and drawings. Click here to read stories
Therapy and recreation is an important part of healing for St. Mary’s kids. Therapists encourage kids to express their creativity through artwork. Their thoughts and emotions are mixed into an array of beautiful colors and paints. Click here to see art
