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Desmond Finds Success with Oral Immunotherapy
When a terrifying allergic reaction struck her infant son, paramedic Asha found hope in Lurie Children's. Discover how Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) is empowering families to manage severe food allergies and reducing the fear of accidental exposure.
Desmond Finds Success with Oral Immunotherapy
When a terrifying allergic reaction struck her infant son, paramedic Asha found hope in Lurie Children's. Discover how Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) is empowering families to manage severe food allergies and reducing the fear of accidental exposure.
Father’s Mental Health Plays Key Role in Child Development, Research Shows
Experts from Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago affirm the need to screen new fathers for mental distress, recognizing the mounting research that underscores the importance of fathers in child development.
From Pain to Possibility: Angel’s Journey to Curing Sickle Cell Disease
Angel tried out for her high school track team on a spring school day and awoke the next morning with intense pain throughout her body. She had never experienced this pain before, but she’d seen her family members endure painful episodes while dealing with sickle cell disease.
Rising T1DE Alliance Adds Lurie Children’s to Further Disseminate New Data-Driven Care Model for Type 1 Diabetes
A recent $5.1 million grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust to Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago adds Lurie Children’s to Rising T1DE Alliance leadership to focus on actively disseminating scalable, sustainable solutions across the broader diabetes care ecosystem. Rising T1DE is a national collaborative spearheading innovation in type 1 diabetes care and transforming how healthcare systems leverage data, technology, and collaboration to drive improved patient outcomes.
One in Three Youth with Mental Health Crisis Spent Over 12 Hours in Emergency Department Waiting for Psychiatric Bed
Approximately one in three pediatric mental health Emergency Department visits resulting in admission or transfer exceeded 12 hours, and over one in eight exceeded 24 hours, according to estimates based on nationally representative data from 2018 to 2022.
Probiotics for Kids
Curious about probiotics for your child? Our expert dietitian breaks down what probiotics are, how they work and if they're safe for kids of all ages.
After an ‘Avalanche’ of a Diagnosis, Ellie Thrives on the Slopes
Ellie and Dr. Lenzen met when Ellie was diagnosed with an aggressive tumor. Fortunately, the team at Lurie Children’s are equipped to urgently handle cases like Ellie’s with expertise and compassion.
Innovating Through Pediatric Research
Research at Lurie Children's is conducted through Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute. Our goal is to generate new knowledge and translate advancements in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases that affect children’s health. Research studies are led by over 750 researchers and are organized into four scientific pillars: Basic and Preclinical Science; Clinical and Community Trials; Community, Population Health, and Outcomes; and Quantitative Science.
Join Us in Creating a Healthier Future for Every Child
As a non-profit medical center, Lurie Children’s relies on an engaged and supportive community to elevate the standard of medical care for more children, create innovative programs, accelerate cutting edge research discoveries and work with community partners to make Chicago’s neighborhoods safer for children.
Awards & Accolades
Lurie Children's is proud to be recognized for a number of awards, accolades and achievements.
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