Play and Recreation During Hospitalization
Play and recreation can be therapeutic by giving children the opportunity to explore, express and process their healthcare experiences in a safe, non-threatening environment.
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Heart Facts For You
Spreading the word about CHD is vital to educating the public as a step towards improving care and fueling scientific research.
The Lupus Foundation of America
Get answers about lupus, its diagnosis and treatment options. Find help and resources, read news and stories, and learn about the Lupus Foundation of America national patient advocacy and research program.
Got Transition
Got Transition® is a federally funded center that offers many resources for young adults and their families to support them in their journey as they transition from pediatric to adult healthcare. Access resources here.
Transitioning Your Arthritis and Rheumatic Disease Care to an Adult Provider
Adolescents with chronic illnesses, including arthritis, need guidance and a plan for the future in order to safely transition to an adult provider.
Support Siblings of Hospitalized Child
Learn about the reactions siblings may have when a brother or a sister is in the hospital and what caregivers can do to help the family cope.
Neurometabolic Optical Monitor: A Game-changer for CPR and Critical Care
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are working to create a non-invasive device to measure brain oxygenation during CPR and critical care, with the goal to reduce brain injury and death.
Preparing for Hospitalization and Medical Procedures
Find information on how to prepare your child for hospitalization and how the child life staff at CHOP can help.
The ABCs of the Hospital School Program
The teachers in the Hospital School Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia teach you everything you need to know about the ABCs of Hospital school.
Lupus and Pregnancy
Lupus can affect pregnancy at any stage. It is not clear whether the severity of the disease or the type of medication causes problems.