Latest news from Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago on Newswise en-us Copyright 2025 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/lurie-children-s-campaign-urges-parents-to-follow-up-right-away-if-newborn-screening-results-are-abnormal/?sc=rsin /articles/lurie-children-s-campaign-urges-parents-to-follow-up-right-away-if-newborn-screening-results-are-abnormal/?sc=rsin Sat, 01 Feb 2025 08:00:00 EST Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago launched a newborn screening awareness campaign, with signage on public transit and billboards across Chicago urging parents to contact their child's pediatrician immediately if results are out of normal range. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/career-defining-mentorship-and-support-lurie-children-x2019-s-premier-pediatric-cardiology-fellowship-program/?sc=rsin /articles/career-defining-mentorship-and-support-lurie-children-x2019-s-premier-pediatric-cardiology-fellowship-program/?sc=rsin Wed, 29 Jan 2025 10:35:06 EST Dr. Keira Nassetta is in her third year of cardiology fellowship at Lurie Children's, following completion of her residency here. She was drawn to Lurie Children's for cardiology fellowship training, she said, because of its range of experts in niche fields, including those in her primary clinical areas of interest: pulmonary hypertension and pulmonary vein stenosis (PVS).  Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/school-based-program-for-newcomer-students-boosts-mental-health-research-shows/?sc=rsin /articles/school-based-program-for-newcomer-students-boosts-mental-health-research-shows/?sc=rsin Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:15:52 EST STRONG is a trauma-informed mental health intervention for newcomer youth in kindergarten through 12th grade designed to support positive adjustment during resettlement and improve access to mental health services. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/pulmonary-medicine-updates-january-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/pulmonary-medicine-updates-january-2025/?sc=rsin Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:05:43 EST The four-year , funded by Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, is a national three-part study of adults 18 years and older who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual or other sexual/gender minority (LGBTQIA+) with cystic fibrosis. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/a-transplant-patient-at-12-now-caring-for-kids-like-himself/?sc=rsin /articles/a-transplant-patient-at-12-now-caring-for-kids-like-himself/?sc=rsin Mon, 27 Jan 2025 15:50:08 EST My mom would say that I've always wanted to be a doctor. That comes from the fact that I had a wonderful pediatrician who was a great role model for me and that my own experiences made me want to help children facing the same issues I faced. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/nephrology-updates-january-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/nephrology-updates-january-2025/?sc=rsin Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:20:34 EST Lurie Children's performed a record number of 44 kidney transplants in 2024 compared to 26 in 2023. Not only is this a record for the hospital, but it is the highest number of pediatric transplants in the nation. In addition, the program continues to main exceptional volumes, with the strongest 1 year in the nation for pediatric kidney transplant. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/black-kids-and-families-are-forced-to-overcome-marked-disparities-in-early-care-and-education-settings/?sc=rsin /articles/black-kids-and-families-are-forced-to-overcome-marked-disparities-in-early-care-and-education-settings/?sc=rsin Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:00:11 EST Systemic changes needed to focus on Black children and their families to improve developmental trajectories. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/heart-center-welcomed-new-faculty-in-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/heart-center-welcomed-new-faculty-in-2024/?sc=rsin Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:10:29 EST The Heart Center welcomed in June 2024. Dr. Loomba has done extensive work with Prof. Robert Anderson in London and has developed an expertise in cardiac morphology. Currently in the CICU at Lurie Ch... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/improving-sleep-safety-through-education-and-trust/?sc=rsin /articles/improving-sleep-safety-through-education-and-trust/?sc=rsin Mon, 13 Jan 2025 18:50:38 EST Dominique's work is hands-on and educational--works collaboratively with community-based organizations, FQHC's, and hospital to support parents and caregive... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/dr-jennifer-jao-named-co-chair-of-international-maternal-pediatric-and-adolescent-aids-clinical-trials-impaact-network/?sc=rsin /articles/dr-jennifer-jao-named-co-chair-of-international-maternal-pediatric-and-adolescent-aids-clinical-trials-impaact-network/?sc=rsin Mon, 13 Jan 2025 18:45:44 EST Dr. Jao has been involved with the Network as Protocol Co-Chair of IMPAACT P1115, which promising findings last year that children born with HIV who started treatment promptly after birth surpassed a year of remission after pausing antiretroviral therapy. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/hematology-oncology-neuro-oncology-span-class-ampersand-amp-span-stem-cell-transplantation-updates-january-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/hematology-oncology-neuro-oncology-span-class-ampersand-amp-span-stem-cell-transplantation-updates-january-2025/?sc=rsin Wed, 08 Jan 2025 17:05:31 EST Heather Kligfeld, DO, an expert in bone marrow failure syndromes, joined the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders after completing her fellowship at Lurie Children's. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/neonatology-news-january-2025/?sc=rsin /articles/neonatology-news-january-2025/?sc=rsin Wed, 08 Jan 2025 17:00:38 EST Neonatologist , partners with the at Lurie Children's to support families living on the West Side of Chicago who are at the highest risk of adverse perinatal outcomes. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/hematology-oncology-neuro-oncology-span-class-ampersand-amp-span-stem-cell-transplantation-updates-winter-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/hematology-oncology-neuro-oncology-span-class-ampersand-amp-span-stem-cell-transplantation-updates-winter-2024/?sc=rsin Thu, 19 Dec 2024 09:00:13 EST "We will use optical genome mapping for molecular diagnosis of brain tumors, which is a new application of this technology specifically designed to detect structural variants, meaning large chan... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/neonatology-news-december-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/neonatology-news-december-2024/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:00:56 EST "Our study will investigate genetic influence on long-term cardiac and respiratory outcomes of premature infants, in order to identify genetic pathways that correspond to high likelihood for spe... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/lurie-children-x2019-s-diabetes-program-receives-2024-t1d-exchange-outstanding-pediatric-team-award/?sc=rsin /articles/lurie-children-x2019-s-diabetes-program-receives-2024-t1d-exchange-outstanding-pediatric-team-award/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:00:34 EST In November, Lurie Children's and Northwestern University co-hosted the 2024 T1D Exchange Learning Session in Chicago. The T1D Exchange Quality Improvement Collaborative (QIC) brings together clinics across the United States, connecting experts that collectively treat over 100,000 individuals with Type 1 diabetes. Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/integrated-care-approach-benefits-patients-with-klinefelter-syndrome/?sc=rsin /articles/integrated-care-approach-benefits-patients-with-klinefelter-syndrome/?sc=rsin Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:00:14 EST The program is a regional and national center for referrals. Patients travel to Lurie Children's for the comprehensive care that few programs can provide.  ... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/psychiatry-updates-winter-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/psychiatry-updates-winter-2024/?sc=rsin Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:00:58 EST Designed for 10-17-year-olds who do not require inpatient psychiatric care but are at elevated risk, the L-SPARC Clinic offers a lifeline of personalized, evidence-based care. Within one week of... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/ann-span-class-ampersand-amp-span-robert-h-lurie-children-x2019-s-hospital-of-chicago-nurses-recognized-as-leaders-in-nursing-excellence-x2013-achieving-its-sixth-magnet-xae-designation-from-ancc/?sc=rsin /articles/ann-span-class-ampersand-amp-span-robert-h-lurie-children-x2019-s-hospital-of-chicago-nurses-recognized-as-leaders-in-nursing-excellence-x2013-achieving-its-sixth-magnet-xae-designation-from-ancc/?sc=rsin Tue, 26 Nov 2024 12:00:57 EST "This sixth Magnet(r) designation highlights our nurses' relentless determination to support our patients and their families. Their commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care has... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/pulmonary-medicine-updates-fall-2024/?sc=rsin /articles/pulmonary-medicine-updates-fall-2024/?sc=rsin Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:00:47 EST "Many of our young patients have complex medical problems in addition to sleep problems. Therefore, we are excited to have recently welcomed three new faculty members, each bringing a unique med... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago /articles/healthcare-to-research-the-many-ways-genetic-counselors-help-patients-and-families/?sc=rsin /articles/healthcare-to-research-the-many-ways-genetic-counselors-help-patients-and-families/?sc=rsin Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:00:26 EST Genetic counselors are experts in genetics and how it impacts our health and development. Learn more about who they are, what they do and how they may help you and your family.... Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago