The New Leukodystrophy Center of Excellence will offer multidisciplinary diagnostic and clinical services for children with degenerative inherited white matter diseases, and be dedicated to advancing research for more effective treatments.

Gift will help advance treatments for children with cancer and support the Child Life programs at CHOP.

During which U.S. president’s term was the first childhood vaccination program launched? Find out.

Madeline Bell, currently President and COO, has been appointed President and CEO and will succeed Steven M. Altschuler, MD, who is retiring after 15 years as CEO. The transition of leadership will be completed on July 1, 2015.

If your child is going to be spending some time in a cast while a broken bone heals, know the basics of cast care, how to keep your child safe, and when to call the doctor.

The American Thyroid Association released its first guidelines for evaluating and managing thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer in children.

The number of children who experience a stroke hasn’t increased in recent years, but doctors are getting better at recognizing and treating stroke in children and babies.

Stephanie Rosati-Pratico talks about how communicating a balanced and clear description of life with a disability can have a significant impact on others’ perceptions.

Encouraging your child with Down syndrome to become more physically active will build skills and socialization, and decrease the chance of obesity and obesity-related conditions.

Occupational therapists say backward chaining — teaching your child to do the last step in a multi-step process — can help build confidence and improve skill retention.