CHOP doctors use new kind of reconstructive surgery to help young girl
A new kind of reconstructive surgery has given Lilliana Parrales, a 5-year-old from Poconos, a new ear -- and changed her life.
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A new kind of reconstructive surgery has given Lilliana Parrales, a 5-year-old from Poconos, a new ear -- and changed her life.
CHOP pioneered a gene therapy that's already helping patients who have sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder.
The FDA recently approved the first gene therapies to treat patients with sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia helped pioneer the treatment, which experts say is a "real gamechanger" for this disease, which mainly affects people of color.
Some health care workers stood with the Palestinian people on Wednesday night during a rally in Philadelphia's University City section.
Doctors, nurses and medical students from UPenn and CHOP gathered to remember the more than 8,700 Palestinians who have been killed since the start of the war.
Research from doctors in Philadelphia at Children's Hospital revealed an alarming number of injuries linked to e-scooters and children.
The CHOP doctors reviewed more than 13,000 injuries to kids over a two-year period and found a 70% increase.
This is the third year of the professional partnership. The donations go to Project Home and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
The vaccine for pregnant women would be given between 32 and 36 weeks of pregnancy and would protect newborns for six months.
The Community Health Partnership clinic will include fresh food for families, sports equipment, health screenings and books for kids.
Both victims are in stable condition after shots rang out near South 52nd and Chestnut Streets.
While the right car seat can greatly reduce risk of serious injury and death, hospitals across the country are finding more counterfeit and fake car seats.
The once undruggable neuroblastoma is now responding to treatments developed by the team at CHOP.
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation funds research into better and safer treatments and cures for pediatric cancer and helps families dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Alex lost her battle but her dream to cure all kids with cancer is closer to reality than ever. Stephanie Stahl reports.
She Warrior is the name of the book written by a very brave and grateful young lady who lives in Canada but she has special memories of her time here in Philly Stephanie Stahl reports.
Beaudin Larrabee needed 16 trips for cancer treatments to Philadelphia. That's when Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation stepped in.
Philip Steigerwald got the last spot in a clinical trial funded by Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and it saved his life.
The research at CHOP's Center for Celiac Disease is aimed at finding a treatment for the disease.
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia gets a $100,000 donation to the Celiac Center. Stephanie Stahl reports.
A baby is recovering at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia after receiving the smallest pacemaker in the world.
On social media, Ronan's mother, Maya Thompson, said she attended Friday's show of Swift's Eras Tour in Philadelphia. She added Swift invited her to come.
Independence Blue Cross recently honored CHOP Paoli nurse Christina Milligan as part of its fifth annual "Celebrate Caring" campaign.
Authorities say they also found bruises on the 3-year-old girl.
CHOP's new Center for Advanced Behavioral Health Care, addresses a pediatric mental health crisis of need sparked by the pandemic, gun violence, drugs, and poverty.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
The Philadelphia region is likely to record highs in the 90s this week amid a summer-like stretch.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer Health system say they hope to reopen a primary care clinic within nine months.
A shooting in North Philadelphia has left a man dead and another wounded Tuesday night, police said.
Carson Kelly hit a three-run homer, Colin Rea pitched six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-4 on Tuesday night.
Matvei Michkov had a goal and two assists and Porter Martone had one goal to lead the playoff-bound Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Ashly Robinson, an influencer who went by Ashlee Jenae online, died on a trip with her fiance in Zanzibar. Now, her family is searching for answers.
The Philadelphia region is likely to record highs in the 90s this week amid a summer-like stretch.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer Health system say they hope to reopen a primary care clinic within nine months.
The family of Garrett Nicholas, killed in a weekend crash, is remembering him as a compassionate young man who always put others first.
A shooting in North Philadelphia has left a man dead and another wounded Tuesday night, police said.
The new owners of the shuttered Crozer Health system say they hope to reopen a primary care clinic within nine months.
A shooting in North Philadelphia has left a man dead and another wounded Tuesday night, police said.
The family of Garrett Nicholas, killed in a weekend crash, is remembering him as a compassionate young man who always put others first.
Young people are increasingly joining the Catholic Church, including in the Philadelphia area.
Christina Koch, one of the four astronauts on Artemis II, says she flew confetti from the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl LIX victory around the moon during the crew's historic trip.
Lower Township is also now considering a second ordinance, which will offer a $250 seasonal parking permit for residents.
Ashly Robinson, an influencer who went by Ashlee Jenae online, died on a trip with her fiancé in Zanzibar. Now, her family is searching for answers.
Veterinarians who saved the life of a dog that ingested several socks are urging pet owners to keep an eye on what their pets eat.
Two men were shot in Trenton, New Jersey, Monday afternoon, police said.
A man and his estranged wife are dead after a shooting inside the Excelcare rehabilitation facility in Egg Harbor Township Monday morning.
Thousands of individually packaged bags of fentanyl were found in the woods in New Castle County, Delaware, police said.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
Ordinary Philadelphians are stepping into the ring not for a title but to take on cancer in the fourth annual Liberty Bell Brawl.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
The westbound lanes of Interstate 76 were temporarily blocked in Philadelphia on Tuesday morning after a dump truck caught fire.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
Carson Kelly hit a three-run homer, Colin Rea pitched six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-4 on Tuesday night.
Matvei Michkov had a goal and two assists and Porter Martone had one goal to lead the playoff-bound Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens.
Christina Koch, one of the four astronauts on Artemis II, says she flew confetti from the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl LIX victory around the moon during the crew's historic trip.
UFC 330 will be at Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philly in August, Gov. Josh Shapiro said on "The Pat McAfee Show."
The Phillies are shuffling up the bullpen by sending Seth Johnson back to Triple-A and recalling Chase Shugart from the IronPigs.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Bill Kelly says the Philadelphia region could hit 90 degrees on Wednesday. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
While gas prices have climbed amid the Iran war, Boyle introduced a plan to try to drive down the prices.
Representatives from Chariot Allaire shared a timeline Tuesday evening during a packed town hall at Widener University, where residents pressed for answers about what comes next after the closure of Crozer-Chester Medical Center and other facilities.
The parking garage under construction at 30th Street collapsed last week when a subcontractor was installing precast concrete pieces, and one failed, leading to a cascading collapse.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro joined "The Pat McAfee Show" on Tuesday to announce that UFC is coming back to Philadelphia. Xfinity Mobile Arena will host UFC 330 in August.