Blog posts
A Surgical Breakthrough at CHLA Frees Teen From Chronic Pancreatitis
July 8, 2024
After enduring years of severe abdominal pain, a teenager becomes the first pediatric patient in Southern California to undergo a rare procedure called TPIAT.
Planting Healthier Futures
July 5, 2024
CHLA’s role as food access hub for patient families and local neighborhoods is going green with its expanding support for community gardens.
As FDA Expands Approval of a New Gene Therapy to Treat Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a CHLA Expert Weighs in
July 1, 2024
The new approval opens the gene therapy to a wider range of children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a rare genetic disorder that worsens over time.
New Treatment for Down Syndrome Regression Disorder Helps Bring Darci Back to Herself
June 27, 2024
When athlete Darci suddenly became catatonic, her mom learned of a new Down syndrome regression disorder treatment at CHLA that is bringing her back to herself.
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Pulmonologist Receives National Award
June 27, 2024
Iris Perez, MD, was honored at SLEEP 2024 for her contributions to teaching and mentoring in the field of sleep medicine.
Who Will Jordan Be?
June 26, 2024
Jordan was diagnosed with Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome as a baby. A multidisciplinary team of experts at CHLA is helping him overcome every obstacle.
Prescription for Success
June 25, 2024
Jeanine Hall, MD, MPH, a mom and physician at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, guides her daughters—and more than 100 of their schoolmates—to help others through the hospital’s Junior Ambassadors
A Lasting Legacy for Kids
June 25, 2024
The donors behind the newest endowed chairs at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles are making an impact on care today—and for generations to come.
CHLA Researcher Wins National Award for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Study
June 10, 2024
Findings from the novel study suggest that congenital adrenal hyperplasia begins to affect brain development in the womb.
Does Your Child Need Travel Vaccines Before an International Trip?
June 6, 2024
Are you planning an international trip with your child? Learn about the travel vaccines they’ll need, when to get them, and other tips for healthy travel.