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To help you make the most of your well-child visit, a Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Care Network pediatrician shares eight questions to ask your doctor.
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Scientists at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles discover a mechanism that zebrafish use to regenerate damaged heart tissue. This research could lead to better treatments for babies in need of heart
New Faculty Spotlight: Beth Smith, PhD, DPT, PT
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Beth Smith, PhD, DPT, PT Director, Infant Neuromotor Control Laboratory As a physical therapist, Dr. Smith is deeply interested in movement. Specifically, her lab studies babies’ movements and
Clinical and Histological Markers Predict Hepatoblastoma Prognosis
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A new study reveals the value of using clinical and histological characteristics to optimize treatment for hepatoblastoma, a rare liver cancer in children.
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It is estimated that close to 1.7 million people will be newly diagnosed with cancer in 2017. Cancer is currently the second leading cause of death. Based on these two facts, there is a good chance
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Awarded $8.3 Million to Study Long-Term Effects of COVID in Children
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