Blog posts
Caden, a Former Patient, Is Now Supporting Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
August 6, 2023
He received lifesaving care as a baby. Now 16, Caden is raising funds for the hospital as a Junior Ambassador—and hopes to inspire others.
How a Devastating Diagnosis Inspired a Generous Gift
August 6, 2023
By establishing multiple charitable remainder unitrusts, Toni and Oscar Sanchez have created a legacy at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
CHLA Celebrates Project SEARCH Graduates
August 2, 2023
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles recently honored its fourth graduating class of Project SEARCH interns, who spent the past year gaining valuable skills to succeed in employment—and in life.
A Virtual Series to Aid Immigrant Families Is Underway
July 31, 2023
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles has partnered with the Mexican Consulate in Los Angeles on a Spanish-language summer webinar series to aid immigrant families.
A New Bladder and a Transplanted Kidney Means All Systems Go for Olivia
July 28, 2023
Olivia needed a new bladder and a transplanted kidney, so her family entrusted Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to pull off the most complex procedures and save her life.
Heart Checkups Advised for Kids Who Play Sports
July 27, 2023
The Chief of Cardiology at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles says pre-participation cardiac screenings can detect hidden defects and avert a potentially fatal event.
Will N-Acetylcysteine Be the Next Therapy to Prevent Cisplatin-Induced Hearing Loss?
July 24, 2023
A CHLA clinical trial finds that N-acetylcysteine may be a promising next-generation therapy to reduce the risk of cisplatin-induced hearing loss.
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Fund Honors Vernon Tolo, MD
July 21, 2023
A new endowment honors Vernon Tolo, MD, and supports orthopedic education and research at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
MIBG Combination Therapies Show Promise in Neuroblastoma
July 20, 2023
Study shows that combining MIBG therapy with immunotherapy and vorinostat may boost response rates in patients with relapsed neuroblastoma.
When Should I Let My Child Have a Phone?
July 20, 2023
Getting your child a cell phone is a big decision. Is your child ready? Is your family? Two CHLA psychologists offer advice.