Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia opened a second hospital in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, called the Middleman Family Pavilion, today. The new hospital gives local families in the Delaware Valley greater…
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia recently announced its first winners of Healthier Together Grants, which will fund local programs that address family food insecurity. "We know that a child's health…
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Mid-Atlantic Region selected the Community Asthma Prevention Plus Program (CAPP+) at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) as its first-ever Asthma Community Champion.…
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Clearing up the myths surrounding Down syndrome.
Keep your skin protected all year round. Helpful ways to prevent melanoma.
Having ongoing discussions about puberty helps kids with special needs cope with this new and confusing transition.
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Answers to your questions about the safety and usefulness of the HPV vaccine for tweens and teens
What you need to know to sift through the marketing hype and ingredients lists to find a safe sunscreen for your family.
Kids can struggle with anxiety and depression, too. Learn how to identify a problem and discover resources to support children and their families.
Meet Julie Keeton, whose family has been uprooted to Philadelphia from Tennessee while her son, Weston, awaits a heart/lung transplant at CHOP.
Why kids and teens want plastic surgery and what makes a good candidate for cosmetic procedures. Plus, frequently performed procedures, trends and parent concerns.
How to pick the right kind of physical activity for your child, whether for weight loss or general fitness
Scientists have made tremendous progress in understanding the basic genetics of cancer — why some kids get it and some don't.
Many day care centers work with parents on potty training. Typically, training begins at 33-36 months.