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July 12, 2024
Cellular inflammation uncovered in rare neurodegenerative condition
The newly identified process could inform therapeutic targets for children with lysosomal storage diseases (LSDs).
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July 10, 2024
SickKids prom event makes an enchanting return after four-year hiatus
For three long-time patients, the return of SickKids’ annual prom event gave them a second chance at the one they had to miss.
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July 10, 2024
The molecule that could alleviate stroke-related brain injury
SickKids research identifies novel path to protecting the brain from stroke-induced damage.
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July 8, 2024
Genetic Alliance’s iHope Genetic Health (iGH) Program launches with SickKids and CHEO
SickKids joins program aiming to offer pro bono genetic testing to undiagnosed children in under-resourced communities
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July 5, 2024
National Injury Prevention Day: Injuries aren’t inevitable
How can you prevent injuries while you are at home, at play, or on the move this summer? Learn more as SickKids recognizes National Injury Prevention Day.
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July 4, 2024
Dr. Amu Sarkar honoured with Order of Canada
Sarkar is known for his work bridging scientific research and clinical care as the first basic scientist at SickKids.
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June 28, 2024
Gene therapy halts progression of rare genetic condition in young boy
The findings from SickKids’ first single-patient gene therapy trial show promise in halting the progression of SPG50.
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June 27, 2024
Summer Pool Safety: Staying cool and staying safe!
With the summer heat, many people turn to swimming pools to stay cool. Follow these safety tips to keep your family safe this summer.
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June 26, 2024
Depression in adolescents linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disease
Study calls for precision care approaches to address premature cardiovascular disease risk in adolescents with depression.
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June 20, 2024
Imaging technology captures how neurons communicate with new clarity
Insights from advanced imaging technology show how neurons communicate at the atomic level for the first time.
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June 19, 2024
Paving the way for precision dosing for neonatal infants
Newly awarded Banting Postdoctoral Researcher Dr. Cindy Yeung is designing models to help predict dosage needs for infants less than four weeks old.
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June 18, 2024
Eight projects awarded $2.4 million to advance Precision Child Health
The funding is part of the Precision Child Health Partnership Catalyst Program between two of Canada’s largest child health research hospitals, SickKids and CHU Sainte-Justine.