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Dr. Sallie Permar Highlights Growth, Impact, and the Future of Children’s Health at Weill Cornell Medicine
The Department of Pediatrics’ State of the Department address was held on Tuesday, January 27, with strong in-person and virtual attendance. Dr. Sallie Permar highlighted continued growth and impact across the department’s core missions of care, discover, and teach, all in service of improving children’s health.
In recognition of National Rubber Ducky Day on January 13, our department hosted a special event that brought together faculty, staff, and students for a day of connection and creativity. The celebration included coffee with Department Chair Dr. Sallie Permar, hands-on crafts, and the official introduction of our new department mascot. The rubber ducky mascot symbolizes approachability, community, and a spirit of engagement, and will serve as a recognizable presence at future Children'...
Since 1991, when hepatitis B vaccination was initially recommended for newborns, the infection rates among children and young adults have decreased by almost 99%.
Dr. Sallie Permar explains why the hepatitis B vaccine is vital for newborns: it offers lifelong protection against a serious, potentially life-threatening infection and helps prevent chronic liver disease and liver cancer. All newborns are strongly recommended to receive their first dose immediately after birth.
