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Cystic Fibrosis: Tommy’s Story

Tommy, 21, has cystic fibrosis. He’s become a champion for the cause, organizing an annual campus-wide fundraising walk to raise awareness and research funding.

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Legg-Calve-Perthes disease: Andrew’s story

Severe hip pain from a rare condition sidelined Andrew Luke from the sports he loved but specialized surgery by CHOP and Penn orthopedic surgeons put him back in the game.

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Ulcerative Colitis: David’s Story

David experienced unpleasant side effects from two of his treatments for colitis, but his medical team at Children’s Hospital responded each time with new approaches to his care.

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Crohn’s Disease: Titus’ Story

Titus, 8, was sick and barely eating when he arrived at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Treatment for his Crohn’s disease has turned his health around.

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Ulcerative Colitis: Shea’s Story

Shea loves cheerleading and today has energy to spare for it, since the IBD team at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has her ulcerative colitis under control.

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Concussion: Sydney’s Story

Sydney suffered from a serious concussion while playing soccer. Thanks to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, she has clinically recovered. 

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Crohn’s Disease: Kristen’s Story

After a long battle, Kristen’s symptoms from Crohn’s disease are under control. She is a thriving young adult thanks to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Crohn’s Disease: Emily’s Story

Emily is an energetic teenager. She’s able to better enjoy her passions like acting thanks to treatment for her Crohn’s at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

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Crohn’s Disease: Sydney’s Story

Sydney is an energetic and well-rounded 10-year-old. Thanks to nutrition therapy at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, her Crohn’s disease is under control. 

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