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Randomized trial demonstrates whole-genome sequencing leads to precision care for critically ill infants - September 30, 2021

A randomized trial with CHOC and other children's hospitals shows clinical whole-genome sequencing (cWGS) outperforms usual care by two-fold.
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CHOC earns leadership development award for CHOC University - September 24, 2021

CHOC U utilizes a variety of course formats, including virtual instructor-led classes, computer-based training, and blended learning.
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CHOC professional earns top healthcare management credential - September 21, 2021

Debbie Moysychyn, director of learning and organizational development, has become a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.
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Patients with malnutrition may be more likely to have severe COVID-19 outcomes - July 28, 2021

A CHOC study concludes that people who have a history of malnutrition may have an increased likelihood of death from COVID-19.  
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Panda Express® Pledges $5 Million to CHOC as Part of National Philanthropic Initiative - July 6, 2021

CHOC has received a $5 million pledge from Panda Express® to fund education, research, innovation, and patient-and family-centered care.
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8-Year-Olds in Despair: The Mental Health Crisis Is Getting Younger - June 28, 2021

“It’s almost like the pandemic threw gasoline on embers that were already glowing,” says Dr. Heather Huszti, chief psychologist at CHOC.
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UCI Health and CHOC open one of the first fetal care centers in So. Cal - June 16, 2021

The Fetal Care Center of Southern California offers fetal diagnosis, education and treatment to expectant families facing congenital conditions.
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U.S. News & World Report Ranks CHOC Among Nation’s Best Children’s Hospitals - June 15, 2021

CHOC has once again been recognized as a Best Children’s Hospital in U.S. News & World Report’s 2021-22 rankings.
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All-in-one Fetal Care Center set to open at CHOC in Orange - June 14, 2021

From The Orange County Register -- The Fetal Care Center of Southern California, based at CHOC in Orange, is set to open its doors on Wednesday, June 16, offering expectant moms whose babies will be born with birth defects the kind of comprehensive care in one place, and during a single visit, that is hard to find in the region.
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Study shows rWGS led to better outcomes for critically ill infants - June 4, 2021

CHOC participated in Project Baby Bear, a program that demonstrated the clinical and economic value of rapid Whole Genome Sequencing (rWGS).
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With mental health in focus, school-based WellSpace centers offer ‘a space of calm’ - June 3, 2021

OCDE and CHOC have teamed up to pilot a handful of school-based “WellSpace” centers that will encourage students to take a break from life’s stressors.
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CHOC Pediatric Infectious Disease Physicians Earn Global Distinction for Excellence - June 2, 2021

Dr. Antonio Arrieta and Dr. Jasjit Singh are among 12 newly designated PIDS fellows, recognized for professional excellence and service to the profession.
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The impact of COVID on our children - May 19, 2021

As we head into the second year of the Covid-19 pandemic, it is important to understand the effects of the virus on children. While the rate of infection in kids is much lower than in adults, children are not immune to COVID-19 and are suffering from both short-and long-term complications.
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CHOC Foundation Earns Coveted Rating from Charity Navigator - May 14, 2021

Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest independent charity evaluator, has awarded the CHOC Foundation a 4-star rating for its strong financial health.
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Parent Input Builds Better Care for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder - April 15, 2021

The Thompson Autism Center at CHOC offers state-of-the-art facilities, program initiatives and a multidisciplinary team, but its most important asset may go beyond CHOC’s walls.
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Teen shares story of her epilepsy journey for awareness month - March 30, 2021

An Orange County teenager shares her journey with epilepsy and how the CHOC Neuroscience Institute helped.
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CHOC’s Jena Jensen embodies resilience as she chairs OC Business Council’s board - March 5, 2021

Jensen had helped shape the OCBC strategy of “Good business is also good health” in 2020. But going into 2021, she thought that people were hungry for a sense of hope and wanted to get on with their lives. She suggested the theme be “Resilient OC.”
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CHOC Hospital earns national recognition for excellence in respiratory care - February 19, 2021

CHOC Hospital is the only children’s hospital on the West Coast and one of just three children’s hospitals in the nation to be recognized by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) with the 2021-22 Apex Recognition Award, which honors respiratory care departments for best practices and high-quality care.
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Lynn Grieves finds joy in the unexpected - December 21, 2020

Since coming to CHOC in 2009, Grieves has had the opportunity to aid several modernization efforts both to continue the cutting-edge efforts to find better ways to serve its patient population and to align with constantly changing privacy standards in the state of California.
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Experts: Holidays bring hidden dangers for young children - December 15, 2020

Experts warn that the holidays bring a lot of hidden dangers for children, especially with everyone spending more time at home.
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CHOC Earns 2020 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for Outstanding Quality and Safety - December 8, 2020

CHOC is one of only nine children’s hospitals in the nation to be named a Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group.
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Julian’s Lego Corner lives on at CHOC with help of Newport Beach community - December 4, 2020

Julian’s Lego Corner helps bring joy, play and creativity to children and teens coping with serious and complex medical conditions.
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Six ways adults can help children make sense of a divisive election - October 29, 2020

Children are hearing concerns about everything from voter suppression to the smooth transition of power, and adults can provide context to help them make sense of the democratic process.
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6 tips for talking to kids about the election - October 27, 2020

Political talk is everywhere — on the news and social media, in-person between friends and family, and most likely at your kitchen table. While talking politics is natural leading up to Election Day, the chatter can make its way to kids, too.
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Renowned physician tapped as new chair for UCI Pediatrics and CHOC Pediatrician-in-Chief - October 22, 2020

Dr. Coleen Cunningham’s experience, research expertise and leadership capabilities will be transformative to communities served by CHOC and UCI.
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