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Multidisciplinary Task Force Develops Clinical Recommendations for Rare, Life-Threatening Hyperinflammatory Syndromes

Aug 24, 2023

Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) and macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) are overlapping hyperinflammatory syndromes that involve disorganization and malfunction of the immune system, leading to widespread inflammation and organ damage. The conditions can progress rapidly, making early identification and management key for preventing organ failure and death.

CHOP Establishes Kelly and Chad Punchard Endowed Chair in Translational Sarcoma Research

Aug 18, 2023

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has announced the establishment of the Punchard Family Endowed Chair in Translational Sarcoma Research. Patrick J. Grohar, MD, PhD, an attending physician with the Cancer Center and the Director of Translational Research with the Center for Childhood Cancer Research at CHOP, has been named the inaugural chair holder.

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