In It for the Long Haul Patient Stories Thanks to advances in pediatric cancer treatment for neuroblastoma, the odds were in young patient Ariana’s favor.

Studying Spread of COVID-19 Within Families Research Blog, COVID-19 Research One of the mysteries about SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is how it is spread within households, including why some family members develop the viral infection and others do not. Is there a way to predict who will be symptomatic or asymptomatic and how long... Read More

COVID-19: Information for Patients, Parents and Visitors Hospital News, Health and Safety Tips We want you to know that Children’s Hospital Los Angeles's top priority is the safety of our patients, families and staff. We're providing this information for those wanting to know how our hospital is preparing, preventing and responding to this ongoing public health incident.

Still Going Strong Patient Stories A 7-year-old boy received part of a liver from his mother’s friend. Today, he’s perfectly healthy—a testament to everyone involved.

A Passion for International Compassion Work That Matters International patients and their families can rely on International Case Coordinators for support and hope.

Treating Type 2 Diabetes in Youth Research Blog A study by investigators at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles found that patients who lost weight in the first year following diagnosis were better able to control blood glucose levels, decreasing their risk of serious complications.

How to Heal Your Baby’s Diaper Rash Health and Safety Tips Diaper rash is a normal part of babyhood, but there’s plenty you can do to make it go away. Follow these simple tips to soothe your baby’s skin, speed healing—and help prevent more rashes in the future.

Flat Heads in Babies For Physicians and Clinicians Positional plagiocephaly can be confused with lambdoidal synostosis, which also causes flattening of the back of the head. Referrals for positional plagiocephaly and “rule-out craniosynostosis” are one of the most common referrals to a pediatric neurosurgeon or craniofacial... Read More

Safety First: The Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Security Team Keeps the Hospital Safe for Everyone Staff Stories In a time when safe is what we all want to feel, Security Officer Helen Pineda helps protect patients, visitors and team members at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

What You Need to Know About Pandemic Pods Health and Safety Tips Can families expand their COVID-19 quarantine bubbles with minimal risk? After months of sheltering in place to stay safe and flatten the curve, the start of a new school year has prompted some families to consider teaming up to tackle virtual learning in small groups.