On March 27, 2024, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago treated its first patient with ELEVIDYS (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl), the first gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy – a rare, genetic disease characterized by progressive muscle damage and weakness. Lurie Children’s is the first in Illinois to administer this treatment after ELEVIDYS received
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Sponsored Content by TecanApr 8 2024 Thought LeadersDr. Church Molecular and Pediatric PathologistBoston Children’s Hospital In this interview, Dr. Church, the Molecular and Pediatric Pathologist at Boston Children’s Hospital, talks to NewsMedical about their work in pediatric oncology, and the need to expand research and clinical options for children with cancer. What inspired you to focus
A research team led by the University of California, Irvine has built the first genetic reference maps for short lengths of DNA repeated multiple times which are known to cause more than 50 lethal human diseases, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Huntington’s disease and multiple cancers. The UC Irvine Tandem Genome Aggregation Database enables researchers to
A 17-year-old boy with shaggy blond hair stepped onto the scale at Tri-River Family Health Center in Uxbridge, Massachusetts. After he was weighed, he headed for an exam room decorated with decals of planets and cartoon characters. A nurse checked his blood pressure. A pediatrician asked about school, home life, and his friendships. This seemed
Researchers with McMaster University have crafted the first-ever guidelines to help prepare families who plan to build their child’s tolerance to common food allergens. These international guidelines, published on April 8, 2024 in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, standardize the preparation process for families considering oral immunotherapy, a process that involves giving very
Have you ever booked consistent childcare for Saturday mornings? Table of Contents Or what about booking three days a week of consistent childcare during maternity leave? If you’re like many women, the answer is no. Plus, you may have even felt some constricting feelings at the thought. I don’t know why, but our society seems
Most parents agree that phonics for kids is the way to go. And while some school systems have shifted to a direct-instruction, phonics-based approach, many haven’t. Even if your child’s school system does teach reading with phonics, maybe you want to give your child a head start. And if your first grader is struggling with reading
Why is a Great Easter Hunt a Cherished Tradition? A super exciting Easter egg search isn’t just a quick thrill, but a beloved custom that makes lasting memories and brings the family together. Picture the pure excitement in your loved ones’ eyes as they run around searching for those vibrant eggs full of surprises—it’s truly
When it comes to sports, kids experience a gamut of emotions. The thrill of the win, the bitter disappointment of the loss. It doesn’t weigh in heavier than when they’ve worked hard, trained, and given their all to their team – only to come up short at the end of the game. This is a
Understanding the Importance of Standardized Testing So, you’ve probably heard a lot about standardized testing – those exams that our kids have every year in school. But have you ever wondered why they’re such a big deal? Table of Contents Standardized exams are not easy, but they’re a great snapshot of how well our kids
Table of Contents So your kiddo is ready to learn to read, and you want to make sure it goes smoothly. You also want to make sure they actually do learn to read, rather than struggling with reading concepts. Perhaps you’ve been researching different methods for teaching your child to read, and a phonics-based approach
Enriching your child’s life with the magic of music is truly a decision you won’t regret, and I’m here to tell you, as a mom who’s been there, that enrolling your little one in piano lessons can be the absolute best thing you ever do for them! Picture those tiny fingers gracefully dancing across the
Introducing your child to moral lessons is one of the best gifts you can give as a parent. But it doesn’t have to be a tedious task! Reading stories with moral lessons can be both entertaining and educational for your child, teaching them hard life lessons to learn while they’re having fun. From classic fables
In today’s digital era, the question of when to hand over your child’s first cell phone is a looming dilemma for many parents. With screens infiltrating every aspect of modern life, it’s no wonder we find ourselves pondering this decision earlier than ever before. As technology continues to evolve at breakneck speed, so too do
Reading is one of the most critical things your child will ever learn. But you already know that, which is why you’re sifting through multiple reading programs for kids and wondering which one to buy! For many parents, this task can feel a little overwhelming, but don’t let the stress get to you. With a
Stanley Brand/Starbucks Is it a cup or a cult? Earlier this week, Stanley, the company behind the TikTok-famous vacuum-insulated tumblers, released its limited edition Valentine’s Day collaboration cups with Starbucks, to unbelievable fanfare. The cups, sold exclusively at Target stores, had some people camping outside their local stores to secure the goods. Videos posted on
LOADINGERROR LOADING Kids may say the darndest things, but parents tweet about them in the funniest ways. To that end, every week, we round up the most hilarious quips from parents on Twitter to spread the joy. Scroll down to read the latest batch, and follow @HuffPostParents on Twitter for more! So excited for my
LOADINGERROR LOADING Our children learn their first lessons in right and wrong from us, their parents. We impart our values by telling them what to do and not to do, and, more powerfully, by example. How they see us treating others is the way that our children tend to treat people in their own lives.
The Good Brigade via Getty Images Researchers have identified some key risk factors for the early development of dementia. A recent study by the University of Exeter and Maastricht University published in JAMA Neurology has identified some of the factors that can lead to early cases of dementia ― some of which may surprise you.
Ask any American with young children what their No. 1 household expense is, and you’ll hear the same answer almost every time: child care. Each family finds its own way to manage. Some parents are pushed out of the workforce. Others work jobs they wouldn’t take otherwise or hold down multiple jobs in order to
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