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President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden Spread Holiday Cheer at Children’s National Hospital

WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the fourth consecutive year, President Joe Biden joined First Lady Jill Biden to bring joy to patients, families and staff at Children’s National Hospital - making history as the first sitting president to accompany the First Lady on all holiday visits during their time in office. The visit is part of a holiday tradition that spans more than 75 years, started by Bess Truman who first visited families unable to spend the holidays at home.
  
"It’s heartwarming to see the joy and comfort this visit brings to our patients and their families, especially during the holiday season when they’re away from home," said Michelle Riley-Brown, MHA, FACHE, president and CEO of Children’s National. "We are grateful to the President and First Lady for their kindness and for once again honoring this cherished holiday tradition."  

The President and First Lady were escorted by 12-year-old Ethan Lee and 4-year-old Regan Adams. Ethan, a neuroimmune patient, loves food, his dog and little brother. His family moved to D.C. to be closer to his healthcare team at Children’s National. Regan, a recent heart surgery patient, turns 5 in January and is having an inauguration-themed birthday party. Her mom says she loves to dress up as different presidents and first ladies, and that meeting First Lady Jill Biden was the “highlight of her life.” 

This year, the First Lady read “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Clement Clark Moore. This timeless story beautifully captures the wonder and magic of the holiday season. The official White House holiday theme of the “Season of Peace and Light" was embodied in this special visit, illuminating our hospital with hope and happiness. The visit was streamed live by Seacrest Studios, allowing every inpatient room to join in the holiday cheer.  

Photos: Link to photos here

Media contact: Shannon Cross | media@childrensnational.org

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About Children’s National Hospital
Children’s National Hospital, based in Washington, D.C., was established in 1870 to help every
child grow up stronger. Today, it is one of the top 10 children’s hospitals in the nation and
ranked in all specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s National is transforming pediatric medicine for all children. The Children’s National Research & Innovation
Campus opened in 2021, a first-of-its-kind pediatric hub dedicated to developing new and better
ways to care for kids. Children’s National has been designated three times in a row as a Magnet® hospital, demonstrating the highest standards of nursing and patient care delivery. This pediatric academic health system offers expert care through a convenient, community-based primary care network and specialty care locations in the D.C. metropolitan area, including
Maryland and Virginia. Children’s National is home to the Children’s National Research
Institute
and Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. It is recognized for its
expertise and innovation in pediatric care and as a strong voice for children through advocacy at
the local, regional and national levels. In 1987, Children’s National founded Safe Kids Worldwide, a non-profit dedicated to reducing unintentional injuries among children through comprehensive national and global education, research and advocacy. As a non-profit, Children's National relies on generous donors to help ensure that every child receives the care
they need.


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Diana Troese
Children's National Hospital
2024764500
dtroese@childrensnational.org

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