The Benefits of Outdoor Play: Why It Matters
Mar 14, 2024
Outdoor play is beneficial for kids beyond the physical activity it provides. Get some tips on where to go and what to do with your kids this summer.
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Gifts That Are Great for Kids
Dec 3, 2019
Searching for the perfect gift for the child in your life? Look for traditional toys like games, puzzles and blocks.
CHOP-Run Trial on Peanut Allergy Treatment Receives FDA Recommendation
Sep 13, 2019
Dr. Jonathan Spergel and patient speak with CBS News about this breakthrough treatment.
CHOP Center for Celiac Disease Presents at the International Celiac Disease Symposium
Oct 2, 2019
From September 7-9, 2019, members of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) Center for Celiac Disease team attended the International Celiac Disease Symposium in Paris, France.
Using 3D Modeling to Remove a Tumor and Save a Kidney
Oct 2, 2019
3D-printed models of organs give surgeons new perspectives that allow them to accomplish what previously wasn’t possible.
CHOP Celebrates Second Annual Cardiac Family Fun Day
Oct 1, 2019
On September 21, 2019, more than 250 patients and families from the Cardiac Center at CHOP came together to celebrate the second annual Cardiac Family Fun Day!
2019 Parkway Run & Walk Raises Record-Breaking $1.5 Million for Cancer Center at CHOP
Oct 1, 2019
The 17th Annual Parkway Run & Walk presented by Citadel raised a record-breaking $1.5 million to support childhood cancer research and care at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
High-Risk, High-Reward Grants Go to Two CHOP Researchers
Oct 1, 2019
Two scientists at CHOP have received highly competitive five-year grants from the National Institutes of Health to advance innovative research on the leading edge of biomedicine.
The Buzz about New A1c Targets
Sep 27, 2019
ISPAD has recommended that children with diabetes aim for a target A1C of less than 7%, instead of the higher target of 7.5%.
Recruiting and Retaining a Diverse Workforce: Trainee Perspective
Sep 26, 2019
Pediatric medicine trainees sit down for a roundtable discussion to share their perspective on how CHOP’s Department of Pediatrics prioritizes diversity.