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Autism Spectrum Disorder: Snai’s Story

After being diagnosed with autism, Snai began receiving various therapies. But his family’s emphasis on emotional intelligence has truly helped him thrive.

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Noah and Nate’s Journey with Autism

Siblings with very different manifestations of autism both find the support and resources they need through CHOP’s Center for Autism Research.

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Bronchus Tumor: Bennett’s Story

Bennett’s breathing easy after the tumor blocking his lung was removed not with surgery, but with cutting-edge techniques, treatments and trial medication.

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Mitochondrial Disease: Nora’s Story

After severe mitochondrial disease claimed their son, a New York family relied on medical advances — and CHOP — to have a healthy daughter.

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Coming Back From Scoliosis: Annie’s Story

Teen’s pursuit of Paralympic gold spans the globe, from China to Idaho, and eventually to Philadelphia for corrective spine surgery to keep her track and field dreams alive.

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A Place of Hope: Juli’s Story

After 21 years at CHOP, Juli’s son, Brandon, will soon transition to adult care at ACHC. Hear about their journey and the hope Juli’s found at CHOP.

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Chronic Lung Disease: Leila’s Story

Born at 26 weeks, Leila’s lungs failed to develop. Specialty care during her CHOP stay and after helped her breathe on her own and her family cope.

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