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April 14, 2025
Childhood obesity guidelines provide recommendations for care, quality of life
The updated Canadian guidelines are informed by evidence-based recommendations from SickKids researchers.
April 14, 2025
My Why: Natalie Wilson’s journey from patient to Child Life Specialist at SickKids
After Natalie was diagnosed with leukemia at 11, she felt like SickKids preserved her childhood. Today, she aims to bring holistic care to children and their families as a Child Life Specialist.
April 11, 2025
Dr. Jennifer Stinson receives prestigious Gairdner Momentum Award
The award recognizes Stinson's research in advancing paediatric pain management using digital therapies like robotics and mobile applications.
April 3, 2025
Happy birthday to us! SickKids celebrates 150 years strong
In 1875, we opened our doors and a century and a half later we opened our hearts in celebration of our proud history and exciting future.
April 2, 2025
Novel genes linked to rare childhood diarrhea
SickKids research provides a genetic diagnosis to more families experiencing rare intestinal disorders.
April 1, 2025
Dr. Zulfiqar Bhutta awarded esteemed Nils Rosén von Rosenstein Medal
SickKids’ Centre for Global Child Health Co-Director, Dr. Zulfiqar Bhutta, received the 2024 Nils Rosén von Rosenstein Medal today in Sweden.
March 27, 2025
SickKids launches trailblazing artificial intelligence program for paediatric health
SKAI, the new program at SickKids, scales responsible AI for a healthier future.
March 25, 2025
Four new or renewed Canada Research Chairs awarded to SickKids scientists
Four SickKids Research Institute scientists were awarded Canada Research Chairs appointments through the University of Toronto.
March 18, 2025
Public-private partnership between SickKids and RioCan reduces technology barriers when accessing virtual urgent care.
March 14, 2025
Dr. Zulfiqar Bhutta honoured with International Pediatric Association Lifetime Achievement Award
The award recognizes his paediatric health leadership and contributions to advancing maternal, newborn and child health policies and interventions.
March 13, 2025
Newly uncovered mechanism could drive next-gen cystic fibrosis treatments
Protein clustering mechanism on the cell membrane presents a new therapeutic target for cystic fibrosis.
March 5, 2025
Genome Canada awards SickKids $11.7 million to advance Precision Child Health
The projects will support a national genomic dataset of 100,000 genomes that reflects Canada’s diverse population.