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Celiac Disease: Weston’s Story

Learn how the Center for Celiac Disease at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia helped this family change their diets and get their son well.

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Beta Thalassemia Major: Mia’s Story

From the time she was just a few months old, Mia needed blood transfusions due to her rare blood disease. A bone marrow transplant changed everything.

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Emma’s Story: Bracing for Scoliosis

A case of pneumonia led to the discovery that Emma had scoliosis. Diligence in adhering to her bracing treatment plan produced an amazing outcome.

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Donor Profile: The Magical Mila Foundation

Mila didn’t survive surgery for complications of her rare genetic disease, which also caused extremely high blood pressure. Her parents are determined to find new options.

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Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Cherish’s Story

Cherish’s rare and extremely serious heart condition went undiagnosed for years. CHOP experts gave Cherish and her family, at first, hope, and then a new heart.

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Cyclic Neutropenia: Ella’s Story

For years, Ella’s health seemed fragile, culminating in a life-threatening infection. She now needs injections to control her rare blood disorder.

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Food Intolerance: Oliver’s Story

No more skipping treats for Oliver, thanks to the Food Reactions Clinic at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP).

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