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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.

• 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.

• 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. 

• 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. 

• 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. 

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• NaSyah’s Heart Journey ‘Home’ to Lurie Children’s

  A second opinion enocuraged NaSyah's family to transition her cardiac care to Lurie Children's, and they "never looked back."

• Golf Fore Hearts

  When Evie faced a life-threatening heart condition, Sam and Mike found hope and healing at Lurie Children's. Now, they're giving back through "Golf Fore Hearts," raising awareness and funds to support other families facing similar challenges.

• Heart of a Fighter: Jadale’s Journey from Cardiac Arrest to Champion

  At just 12 years old, Jadale’s life changed in an instant. What began as a playful afternoon with friends quickly turned into a fight for survival when his heart suddenly stopped beating. Thanks to quick-thinking friends, life-saving care at Lurie Children’s Heart Center, and his own unwavering determination, Jadale has become a beacon of hope for others.

• How You Can Support Lurie Children’s During Heart Month

  There are many ways to support Lurie Children's during Heart Month, from fundraising and donating to volunteering and advocacy. Learn how you can make a difference for children with heart conditions.

• Heart Transplant Survival Rate in Kids

  Lure Children's heart transplantation has significantly improved the lives of countless children with severe heart conditions. Here are some common questions about heart transplant survival rates in children.