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Bird Flu (H5N1) and Your Child: What Parents Need to Know

Is Bird Flu a threat to your child? Our infectious disease expert cuts through the confusion regarding H5N1 and explains the crucial ways to keep your family protected.

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Enduring Hope and Harmonies Through EoE: John’s Story

A high school student overcame serious illness, regained his voice, and returned to spread hope through music at Lurie Children’s.

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Lurie Children’s and Stone CDC Partner to Create a New Community Hub

Lurie Children’s Hospital is partnering with Stone Community Development Corporation (Stone CDC) to co-develop the Austin HOPE Center—a 25,000-square-foot facility in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood set to open in Fall 2026.

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Does My Child Have Diabetes?

A diabetes diagnosis can be life-changing, but recognizing the signs early is critical. Our pediatric experts break down the often-subtle symptoms of diabetes in children to ensure your child gets the quick diagnosis and care they need.

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How to Fundraise

Give back this holiday season. Learn ways you can fundraise for Lurie Children's Foundation and help bring healing and hope to countless children and their families.

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Why Kids Should Not Ride E-Scooters

Are e-scooters safe for your child? Our pediatric expert explains how they pose serious dangers to children and what safety rules every parent must enforce to keep them out of the emergency room.

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