Emily Whitehead, First Pediatric Patient to Receive CAR T-Cell Therapy, Celebrates Cure 10 Years Later
Whitehead received life-saving treatment at CHOP, under the care of Dr. Stephan Grupp, transforming the field of cancer immunotherapy.
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New Study Underscores Need for Booster Seat Through Age 8
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CHOP study offers updated evidence about the effectiveness of booster seats in protecting children age 4-8 in car crashes.
Experts Summarize State of Science in Autism Disorders
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Scientific understanding and medical treatments for autism spectrum disorders have advanced on many fronts, but much remains to be done, say CHOP experts from the Center for Autism Research.
NeuroAIDS is target of federal grant to Children's Hospital
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A $6 million, 5-year federal grant to The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Institute will enable researchers to investigate a novel approach in treating HIV infection.
Dr. Campbell Receives 2009 Blount Award
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The Scoliosis Research Society has awarded Dr. Robert Campbell the 2009 Walter P. Blount Humanitarian Award in recognition of "...20 years of dedication to sick children, many of whom would not be alive today without his efforts."
Dr. Maris Featured in Philadelphia Inquirer
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John Maris, MD, chief of the Division of Oncology at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and neuroblastoma researcher, discusses recent research breakthroughs with Philadelphia Inquirer.
Dr. Balis Named Director of Cancer Research
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Frank M. Balis, MD, a nationally prominent expert in designing treatments for pediatric cancers, will direct cancer research at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Research Reveals Mitochondrial Gene Defects
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CHOP researchers reveal how mitochondrial gene defects impair respiration and other major life functions.
Children With Asthma More Vulnerable to H1N1 Virus
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HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius meets with Philly students to highlight Philadelphia MCAN Project as a model for managing childhood asthma and reducing H1N1 risk.
Dr. Belasco Featured in Philadelphia Tribune
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Jean Belasco, MD, a CHOP neuro-oncologist, was featured in an article titled, "Experiment Gone Right," in the online Philadelphia Tribune July 21.
Pediatric Palliative Care Story on NPR's "All Things Considered"
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The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's approach to palliative support for children was featured on National Public Radio's "All Things Considered." Read the transcript or listen to the broadcast.