Tick. Tick. Tick. Defusing the Sepsis Timebomb
Apr 30, 2019
Efforts across CHOP search for faster, more accurate ways to diagnose deadly infection.
Osteochondroma
<p>Osteochondroma is the most common benign bone tumor in children. Because an osteochondroma often displays no symptoms, the tumor may only be discovered when a child notices a bump, or reports pain. For some children, the osteochondroma may never be discovered.</p>
Breathing Freely at Home
Jun 3, 2019
By investing in home repairs, CHOP and Philadelphia are improving asthma outcomes.
CHOP Announces Citadel as Presenting Sponsor of 2019 Parkway Run & Walk
Apr 25, 2019
CHOP announced that Citadel will be the presenting sponsor of its 2019 Parkway Run & walk, taking place Sept. 29, 2019, along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Therapy for Anxiety Works Best when the Whole Family Is Involved
Apr 25, 2019
Dr. Katherine Dahlsgaard talks to The Philadelphia Inquirer about how the entire family works together to combat childhood anxiety.
A Cancer-causing Gene May Benefit Patients During Chemotherapy
Apr 24, 2019
CHOP researchers report that a well-known gene that normally drives cancer could potentially benefit cancer patients if used in combination with chemotherapy.
Millicent — a Mentor and an Inspiration
Apr 23, 2019
Millicent, a dedicated BMFC staff member, was selected as a Spark Most Valuable Person (MVP) for the Mentor All Star Awards.
Girls and Boys on Autism Spectrum Tell Stories Differently, Could Explain “Missed Diagnosis” in Girls
Apr 23, 2019
New study from CHOP researchers suggests differences in the way girls and boys on the autism spectrum tell stories could be important to “missed diagnosis” in girls.
PCU Nurses Discuss Recruiting and Retaining Millennials
Apr 18, 2019
Young nurses are looking to join “the best of the best” and grow in their careers.
Make the Diagnosis: Spring 2019
Apr 19, 2019
An 18-month-old girl returns for a follow-up appointment with her urologist. She has a history of VUR and a duplex kidney. What imaging study will help guide her further care?
The Cardiac Center at CHOP Celebrates Major Milestone with Big Hearts to Little Hearts
Apr 17, 2019
Clinical leaders at the Cardiac Center at CHOP celebrated a major milestone with Big Hearts to Little Hearts, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds for congenital heart disease research.