Blog posts
Community Ambassadors Connect Families With Vital Resources
August 24, 2022
A pilot program is providing one-on-one support to help families at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles access needed social services.
A World of Good: Baby Ali, born in Qatar, Has His Heart Rebuilt at CHLA
August 19, 2022
Baby Ali was born with a hole in his heart called atrioventricular septal defect. His father’s search for the best surgeon to fix it led them to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
What You Should Know About COVID-19
June 21, 2022
We asked our experts for facts that can help answer the most essential questions that parents will have.
After a Broken Arm, Parker Is Back In the Swing of Things
February 16, 2022
The 5-year-old's family credits a team of fracture experts at Children's Hospital Los Angeles for helping their daughter recover from a playground accident.
In Honor of Bella: A Grandmother's Support for Children's Hospital
December 3, 2021
Marilyn Smith became a prolific donor in hopes of helping more young cancer patients reach the same positive outcome as her granddaughter.
CHLA celebrates a new milestone: vaccinating children aged 5 to 11
November 4, 2021
On Nov. 3rd, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles was thrilled to mark another critical milestone in our collective journey to regional, national and worldwide health. A special event was held Nov. 3 at
No Longer Night-Blind, Natalia Isn’t Afraid of the Dark
October 19, 2021
After being treated with a breakthrough gene therapy at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles for a genetic eye disorder, 5-year-old Natalia can now see clearly for the first time in her life.
After Surgery, Cai Stands Straighter—and Stronger
September 15, 2021
Diagnosed with a severe form of scoliosis, Cai needed surgery. Read how pediatric orthopedic experts at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles used magnetic growing rods to straighten—and strengthen—his
Teen Receives Historic Heart-Liver Transplant
June 29, 2021
After a rare heart disorder triggered severe liver problems, Mark needed a lifesaving dual organ transplant. Read how 11 hospital teams carried out the intricate procedure, a first at Children’s
A Young Actress’s Real-Life Drama
May 20, 2021
When Lalia was seriously injured, her family wasn’t sure she’d survive. Thanks to her determination and the Rehabilitation Center at CHLA, her future is bright.