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• 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.

• A Story of Swift Action and Survival: Carter’s Cardiac Arrest

  This summer, 17-year-old  Carter’s life was saved and changed forever. He was in the middle of a basketball game when the unthinkable happened: his heart stopped suddenly and he collapsed on the court. What made all the difference in Carter's story was the urgent intervention of CPR and AED use. 

• ‘She Never Gave Up:’ Jasy’s Heart Health Scare Turns Remarkable Recovery

  As a healthy 10-year-old, Adriana didn’t suspect anything serious when her daughter, Jasy, developed a persistent cough. Learning she was in heart failure and would eventually need a transplant began a journey paved with perseverance and persistence. 

• No Airfare Needed: Libi Finds Expert Rare Disease Care Close to Home

  Born prematurely with complex medical issues, Libi receives a life-changing diagnosis of Williams syndrome. Lurie Children's multidisciplinary care team provides her with expert treatment and support, close to home.

• Living with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)

  Whether you're newly diagnosed or seeking support, our experts offer various strategies and management tips to help your child living with POTS feel their best.

• ‘Welcome to Your New Home:’ A Look at the Process of Transporting Hearts

  Alexa Tannous, one of the physician assistants (PA) in the Heart Center’s cardiovascular and thoracic surgery,  shares these details and more on the integral – and emotional – process of safely transporting these precious organs.

• What Happens When Fetal Heart Abnormalities are Detected During an Ultrasound?

  When pregnant patients receive a prenatal diagnosis of a congenital heart defect (CHD), they often have a lot of questions and concerns about what comes next.

• Heart Health for Kids: Exercise & Nutrition

  Diet and exercise are key parts of children's heart health. Use these tips and diet plans to keep your kids healthy all year round.

• Supporting Your Child with Congenital Heart Disease: A Guide for Parents

  A child being diagnosed with congenital heart disease can be overwhelming. Our experts provide advice to help you understand and support your child with CHD.

• February is Marfan Syndrome Awareness Month

  Marfan syndrome is a connetive tissue disorder caused by genetic changes (sometimes called “mutations”) in the FBN1 gene. 

• Trends in Parenting Heart-Healthy Children in 2022

  Study reveals trends in parenting heart-healthy children. 

• Bicuspid Aortic Valve Screening at Lurie Children’s Heart Center

  Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) screening is recommended for all first-degree relatives of someone with BAV. Early diagnosis can prevent later complications.

• Heart Health and High Cholesterol in Kids

  Kids can have high cholesterol, particularly if they are overweight, obese or have a history of family hypercholesterolemia.

• Pediatric Heart Health: Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Dental Procedures

  Doctors and dentists sometimes recommend children with certain heart conditions take antibiotics before dental procedures.

• Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Congenital Heart Disease Care

  Our ACHD team works closely with our pediatric colleagues to make your transition from pediatric cardiology to ACHD seamless and smooth.