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• When to Worry: Red Flags for GI Problems in Kids

  When is stomach pain serious? Lurie Children's gastroenterologists explain warning signs of GI problems in kids—from growth issues to blood in stool.

• “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.

• Two Leukemias, One Fierce Little Girl: Zepplyn’s Story

  Zepplyn was just 8 months old when she was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive leukemia. Read how her family and care team helped her fight, and thrive.

• Autism Awareness Day is About More Than Awareness

  World Autism Awareness Day highlights acceptance over awareness. Explore how genetics contributes to understanding autism and why creating inclusive environments benefits our entire society.

• Building Autism Awareness Through Everyday Kindness

  Lurie Children's experts offer simple, mindful behaviors everyone can practice to better support the autism community.

• Can I Be a Living Organ Donor? What Parents and Caregivers Need to Know

  Living organ donation offers a powerful way to give someone a second chance at life. For parents and caregivers, the decision comes with unique considerations and our experts break down the facts, risks and possibilities so you can make an informed choice.

• A Guide to Seasonal Allergies in Kids

  Learn how to identify seasonal allergy signs and symptoms, when testing can be done, and how to manage seasonal allergies in children.

• When to Worry About RSV: A Parent's Guide to Emergency Signs

  With RSV cases spiking in Chicago, Lurie Children's infectious disease expert explains the emergency signs parents must know and when to go to the ER or call your pediatrician.

• Finding Hope for Hirschsprung’s, Far From Home

  From high-risk pregnancy to rare disease diagnosis, discover how Lurie Children's Hospital helped one family navigate Hirschsprung's disease. Now thriving, baby Dawood is home and pain-free.

• From NICU to Kindergarten: Joey's Journey with Down Syndrome

  From complex surgeries to first steps, Joey has overcome incredible odds. Supported by a loving family and dedicated care team, Joey's journey with Down syndrome is a testament to a child's resilience. 

• Mia's Story: A Little Warrior With Big Impact – Living with Trisomy 18 (Edwards Syndrome)

  After years of facing several medical challenes, Mia is now a thriving 6-year-old. Her family's journey at Lurie Children's inspired them to found the Edwards Syndrome Association and change lives.

• Supporting Siblings of Children with Medical Conditions

  The whole family feels the impact of a medical diagnosis. Certified Child Life Specialist Anna Batz shares guidance on how to support the siblings of children facing serious illness and hospitalization.  

• GLP-1 Medications for Obesity: A Parent's Guide

  Our experts offer a parent's guide to GLP-1 obesity medications for adolescents and teens, which covers FDA-approved options, safety data, side effects, nutrition tips and questions to ask your doctor.

• Understanding Trisomy and Genetics

  Learn about Trisomy 9 Mosaic syndrome (T9M), genetic variants, and how Lurie Children's dedicated Chromosome 9 Program is advancing research and patient care.

• Owen Thrives with Fewer Seizures After First-Ever Genetic Treatment for Dravet

  When Owen was diagnosed with Dravet syndrome at 13 months old, no treatments addressed the genetic root cause. Today, 12-year-old Owen is thriving after joining the first gene therapy trial for Dravet syndrome at Lurie Children's Hospital—offering new hope for rare epilepsy treatment. 

• For Milo Foundation

  After losing their son Milo to CDH at 18 days old, Sarah and Kevin created the For Milo Memorial Fund to help families facing the loss of a child with end-of-life expenses.