News & Stories
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September 16, 2024
The Perspective: Ringing the bell after 880 days of cancer treatment
It seemed almost impossible in the beginning, but more than two years after I was diagnosed with leukemia, I celebrated the end of my treatment in July.
August 26, 2024
A quest for a new malaria vaccine with postdoctoral fellow Dr. Danton Ivanochko
A dedicated scientist and father of two, Dr. Danton Ivanochko is part of a global effort to prevent malaria.
August 21, 2024
Self-repairing mitochondria use novel recycling system, study finds
The newly identified mechanism allows mitochondria to recycle localized damage and maintain healthy function.
August 9, 2024
SickKids seeing growing number of injuries from e-scooters and e-bicycles
Children under 16 years old should not operate e-devices, which can place them at risk of serious injury in the event of a fall or collision.
July 30, 2024
Welcome to the Cellular Therapy Facility: precision medicine in the heart of SickKids
Small cells, big impact. A specialized space at SickKids is helping improve the delivery of tailormade cellular therapies.
July 29, 2024
The cellular secret of how memories are made, and lost
Scientists use a peptide to strengthen connections between brain cells and restore memory in a pre-clinical model.
July 25, 2024
Improving quality of life for patients with bladder and bowel dysfunction
Research shows promising results from the first paediatric sacral neuromodulation program in Canada.
July 12, 2024
Cellular inflammation uncovered in rare neurodegenerative condition
The newly identified process could inform therapeutic targets for children with lysosomal storage diseases (LSDs).
July 10, 2024
SickKids prom event makes an enchanting return after four-year hiatus
For three long-time patients, the return of SickKids’ annual prom event gave them a second chance at the one they had to miss.
July 10, 2024
The molecule that could alleviate stroke-related brain injury
SickKids research identifies novel path to protecting the brain from stroke-induced damage.
July 8, 2024
Genetic Alliance’s iHope Genetic Health (iGH) Program launches with SickKids and CHEO
SickKids joins program aiming to offer pro bono genetic testing to undiagnosed children in under-resourced communities
July 5, 2024
National Injury Prevention Day: Injuries aren’t inevitable
How can you prevent injuries while you are at home, at play, or on the move this summer? Learn more as SickKids recognizes National Injury Prevention Day.