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As a parent, it's your job to keep your child's heart healthy and strong throughout development. Learn more about cardiac and heart conditions, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and more.
Could Your Child Be at Risk for Sudden Cardiac Arrest? Warning Signs Every Parent Should Know
No parent wants to imagine sudden cardiac arrest affecting their child. Learn the warning signs, risk factors and prevention steps that could save your child's life.
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“Super Ellie” and the Power of Pulmonary Artery Reconstruction
A rare heart condition threatened 3-year-old Ellie's life. Discover her miraculous pulmonary artery reconstruction story and superhero strength.
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Setting the Pace in Cardiogenetic Care at Lurie Children’s
Find expert genetic heart care for children at Lurie Children's. From prenatal testing to specialized clinics, our team translates genetic insights into personalized treatment plans.
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Genetic Testing for Heart Disease: What You Need to Know
Lurie Children's experts answer the most frequently asked questions about genetic testing and screening to help you understand and manage your family's cardiovascular health.
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Does Family History of Heart Disease Affect My Child?
Does heart disease run in your family? Find out what parents need to know about genetic risk, inherited conditions and the importance of early intervention for your child's heart health.
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Why Lurie Children's is the Right Choice for Your Child's Heart Transplant
Choosing the right hospital for a child’s heart transplant is one of the most significant decisions a family can make. Our Heart Center team wants to help make this decision easier.
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High Cholesterol in Children
High cholesterol affects kids too. Discover how to recognize risk factors, understand test results and help your child build heart-healthy habits for life.
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Blood Pressure in Kids: What Parents Need to Know
This guide helps parents understand what's normal, recognize warning signs, and take action with simple lifestyle changes that can make a big difference in their child's heart health.
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How to Raise a Heart-Healthy Child: Tips from Pediatric Cardiologists
By encouraging your kids to create healthy heart habits, you help set them up for longer, healthier lives. Our pediatric cardiology experts offer tips on how to improve your child's heart health.
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Cardiac Screening & Sports Participation for Kids
Cardiac screening for sports helps find heart conditions in kids. Learn more about how cardiac screening for sports can help protect young athletes
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Cap, Gown, and Courage: Taevion’s Inspiring Senior Year
After graduating from his hospital room and receiving a new heart, Taevion is ready for the next chapter.
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Beating Strong: A Lifechanging Pacemaker Procedure for Maeve
Identifying the arrhythmia before birth allowed the medical specialists at Lurie Children’s to make plans to treat the baby after birth. When Maeve was born, a team of specialists assembled, ready to put the care plan into action.
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