Blog posts
Upgraded Chemo Propels Luca’s Fight Against Rare Kidney Cancer
September 4, 2024
A more aggressive treatment regimen for clear cell sarcoma has transformed survival rates for children with the disease.
The Gift of Research: Placenta Biobank Donations Enable Examination of Under-Studied Organ
September 3, 2024
The Placenta Biobank will help scientists form a deeper understanding of the role of the placenta and uncover potential new treatments for pregnancy-related complications.
What Is Gene Therapy?
August 26, 2024
How next-generation gene therapies target the underlying causes of genetic diseases.
Good Neighbors and Good Vibes Fill the Community Wellness Festival
August 15, 2024
CHLA held its second annual wellness fair, allowing the hospital to engage with its neighbors while promoting healthy habits to families beyond its own walls.
Why Is Metastatic Stomach Cancer on the Rise in Young Adults?
August 14, 2024
A new CHLA study aims to unravel the risk factors behind a disturbing increase in advanced stomach cancer in young adults.
Project SEARCH Offers Job Training for Underserved Populations
August 13, 2024
Not everyone sees their dream job come true, but 22-year-old Bryant Valdovinos did. Thanks to his successful completion of a Project SEARCH internship at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, Valdovinos is
Study Creates National Benchmark for Cancer Survivorship Care
August 13, 2024
A new survey endorses the value of cancer survivorship care but finds that many adult patients aren’t accessing it.
Study Targets Cisplatin Resistance in Pediatric Germ Cell Tumors
August 13, 2024
A CHLA oncologist is leading new research to improve outcomes for children, adolescents and young adults with relapsed or treatment-resistant germ cell tumors.
Celebrating 20 Years of the Krieger Pediatric Advocacy Award
August 9, 2024
For 20 years, an award honoring a doctor who trained at CHLA has funded projects created and implemented by hospital residents to better the lives of children.
Artificial Right Atrium Aims to Bridge Fontan Patients to Transplant
August 9, 2024
A CHLA-led team has received a patent for a first-of-its-kind device for patients with a Fontan circulation.