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October 1, 2024

Sharing our knowledge and expertise worldwide: Meet Dr. Gary Peiser, Johannesburg, South Africa

Meet Dr. Gary Peiser, a clinical fellow who recently completed his subspecialty training in paediatric interventional radiology at SickKids. Gary shared his fellowship experience with us, reflecting on what this opportunity has meant for him.

Jayden playing with trucks in the WAV PlayPark

October 1, 2024

“It just lightens it”: SickKids’ WAV PlayPark transforms family’s hospital stay

For a family with premature twins, a space at SickKids for a young sibling made the hospital experience easier – and more fun.

Bailey in the Sears Cancer Clinic

September 24, 2024

"Why does my child have cancer?": Inside the world of cancer genetic counselling at SickKids

As a genetic counsellor in SickKids’ Cancer Genetics Program, Bailey Gallinger helps families who may be affected by a cancer predisposition syndrome.

SickKids surgeons at the operating table

September 19, 2024

SickKids #2 in World’s Best Specialized Hospitals ranking by Newsweek

SickKids is proud to be named one of the World’s Best Specialized Hospitals (Pediatrics) for 2025 by Newsweek and Statista.

A collage of three photos of Alexandra with a nurse at SickKids, Alexandra at an appointment and Alexandra ringing the bell with her sister

September 16, 2024

The Perspective: Ringing the bell after 880 days of cancer treatment

It seemed almost impossible in the beginning, but more than two years after I was diagnosed with leukemia, I celebrated the end of my treatment in July.

Dr. Danton Ivanochko

August 26, 2024

A quest for a new malaria vaccine with postdoctoral fellow Dr. Danton Ivanochko

A dedicated scientist and father of two, Dr. Danton Ivanochko is part of a global effort to prevent malaria.

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August 21, 2024

Self-repairing mitochondria use novel recycling system, study finds

The newly identified mechanism allows mitochondria to recycle localized damage and maintain healthy function.

A person on an e-scooter.

August 9, 2024

SickKids seeing growing number of injuries from e-scooters and e-bicycles

Children under 16 years old should not operate e-devices, which can place them at risk of serious injury in the event of a fall or collision.

July 30, 2024

Welcome to the Cellular Therapy Facility: precision medicine in the heart of SickKids

Small cells, big impact. A specialized space at SickKids is helping improve the delivery of tailormade cellular therapies.

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July 29, 2024

The cellular secret of how memories are made, and lost

Scientists use a peptide to strengthen connections between brain cells and restore memory in a pre-clinical model.

In this illustration a doctor opens the door to an adult holding a baby. A small child stands next to the adult.

July 25, 2024

Improving quality of life for patients with bladder and bowel dysfunction

Research shows promising results from the first paediatric sacral neuromodulation program in Canada.

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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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