Subscribe to News Search
World-first ThinkRare algorithm helps family get early diagnosis of rare genetic disorder
Posted on Friday, February 28, 2025 09:00 AM
CHEO's world-first ThinkRare algorithm is improving the lives of children, youth, and families by helping to flag some of the youngest patients who may have undiagnosed rare diseases, which answers important medical questions sooner.
Eddy Craig was born just a few days before Christmas 2022. From day one, his mom Ashley says Eddy had difficulties feeding, and he would gurgle and wheeze while trying to breathe.
He was diagnosed with Failure to Thrive, a medical term used when a child does not grow or gain weight...
Behind the scenes: Saving lives with CHEO’s Critical Care Transport Team
Posted on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 08:14 AM
Jenna Atchison hadn’t expected to land in CHEO’s Critical Care Transport Team. A nurse drawn to the high-stakes world of emergency care; she spent eight years in CHEO’s Emergency Department before discovering the world of pediatric transport.
“I didn’t even know there was such a thing,” she said. “But as soon as I heard about it, I turned to my colleague and told her, ‘I’m going to be on that team someday.’”
Less than a year later, that pledge became a reality.
“I remember my first trip, sitting on a plane heading to pick up...
Small but mighty: CHEO’s coding team influences healthcare in Canada
Posted on Thursday, February 20, 2025 07:45 AM
Jennifer Rozek always knew she wanted to work in a pediatric hospital. Though she wasn’t a frontline healthcare provider, she found purpose in the environment of a children’s hospital.
“I love the environment of helping kids,” said Rozek. “When you help a child, they have their whole life ahead of them. It warms your heart.”
Born in Korea, Rozek moved to Canada at age 10. She considered a career in veterinary medicine before pivoting to Health Information Management (HIM). A specialized field within the health...
CHEO's compassionate care inspires patient's dental career dreams
Posted on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 09:00 AM
Mylah Rafi is a shining light in CHEO’s dental clinic as she sports a contagious smile, and infectious energy, at each appointment.
“We're always so happy to see her,” said dental hygienist Melanie Rochon.
Rochon has helped treat Rafi, now 21, for her cleft lip and palate since birth.
Rafi was among the one in every 700 infants in Ontario who, each year, are born with a cleft of the lip and/or palate, or other craniofacial differences.
During Pediatric Dental Health Month, we highlight the Cleft Lip and Palate Program
A thriving Nursing Research Community of Practice at CHEO
Posted on Thursday, February 13, 2025 10:57 AM
Nurse-led research affirms safe feeding methods for mothers who took SSRIs during pregnancy
New findings affirm mothers who took selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) during pregnancy may safely choose their preferred feeding method without impacting likelihood of their newborns experiencing withdrawal from the medication.
While a small percentage of newborns experience withdrawal from SSRIs following birth, symptoms like jitteriness, fussiness, crying, feeding problems and sleep issues...