CHOP occupational therapists will be visiting CHOP campus locations April 11 – 15 to share information about OT and to highlight the importance of this service to our patients. Look for the signs if you are interested in participating!

CHOP researchers identified a new syndrome that causes intellectual disability. They suggest that an amino acid supplement may treat this condition in the future.

A CHOP psychologist offers his best advice for helping kids avoid growing up to be bullies.

The best way to prevent poisonings caused by household cleaning products? Make your own non-toxic cleaning products with these DIY recipes.

CHOP researchers show that rare genetic changes strongly increase a child’s bone strength, but only in girls. Bone formation in childhood has lifelong effects.

One of our HTC families created a fundraising project to support hemophilia research through the CHOP Foundation. The response has been so terrific that Zoe, the sister of our patient “Iron Max,” has upped the fundraising goal multiple times.

CHOP scientists were part of a large study showing that genes affecting a pregnant mom’s weight, blood sugar and blood pressure also affected her baby’s birth weight.

This case study is of a 12-year-old male who presented to the Lipid Heart Clinic for evaluation of mixed dyslipidemia. It describes when a referral to the clinic is recommended and how clinicians are improving outcomes.

The Trisomy 21 Program provides some fun and practical activities you can use to build core strength and fine motor skills to improve your child’s handwriting.

Finding ways to maintain relationships and stay active is important for young adults with Down syndrome. Planning ahead can help your adult child exercise, socialize and find joy.