Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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When 8-year-old Brody Pearston’s family night around a s’mores maker turned tragic, he was rushed across Iowa to the University of Iowa Burn Treatment Center—the state’s only burn center.

Severely burned in the accident, Brody’s journey from critical condition to recovery shows the lifesaving impact of expert care, quick action, and a community that rallied behind him.

Watch how the UI Burn Treatment Center helped Brody and his family find hope in the hardest moments. 💛 Read more: bit.ly/4p9lObz