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The most important member of your child’s care team is YOU! We want you to feel welcome and supported as you navigate your child’s medical journey here at CHOP. We offer a wide range of resources and services to help you along the way.

Caring for your child

The most important member of your child’s healthcare team is you. Explore expert advice, resources and the latest in discoveries from CHOP.

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Symptom Checker

CHOP's online symptom checker can help you make informed decisions about what level of medical care your child may need, if any, and steps you can take to relieve symptoms at home. If your child has medical risk factors such as a weakened immune system or surgery in last 7 days, please contact their specialist.

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Right Care, Right Place

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The following information can help you determine the best place to seek care when your child is sick or injured.

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Innovation by your side

As part of our community, your child will benefit from the breakthrough discoveries we make every day here at CHOP. Find out how our innovations are creating a healthier future for children everywhere. 

“The highest level of care is available to us right in our backyard – it's literally 0.9 miles door to door. We were, and are, fortunate to have one of the best hospitals in the entire country so close, and it meant a lot to us to be as least disruptive with Wesley’s routine and life as a kid as possible.”

– Lindsay and Jon, Parents of a child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Summer safety

Summer provides more opportunities to be active and enjoy the outdoors. Unfortunately, that can also mean more injuries.

Get tips to avoid the ER

Medicine cabinet must-haves

Use this medicine cabinet checklist to feel prepared to make your kids feel better fast.

Prevent drowning accidents

Did you know unintentional drowning is the leading cause of death for young children? Here's how to stay safe.

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease

What to do if your child gets the distinctive rash that gives this common childhood condition its name.

Mental health library

If you have questions about your child’s mental and behavioral health, these resources from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia experts can help you find answers.

Coping tools

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Imagine a future where all children have a chance to grow and thrive. You can help make it happen. There are many ways to support CHOP, and every gift makes a difference.

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