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January 7, 2020
Evidence grows for iron deficiency screening in childhood
One study details the known association between iron levels and cognitive function, and identifies a new threshold in blood tests that could guide more effective clinical intervention. The other is the first health-economic analysis of potential screening programs for iron deficiency in Canada, which shows that both targeted and universal screening would be cost-effective.
January 7, 2020
Dr. Mark Henkelman appointed Officer of the Order of Canada
Dr. Mark Henkelman was named an Officer of the Order or Canada for his work on magnetic resonance imaging in Canada.
January 6, 2020
SickKids-led review finds parents of chronically ill children experience poorer health outcomes
A new literature review demonstrates a marked difference between the health outcomes of parental caregivers of chronically ill children compared to those of healthy children.
December 20, 2019
Grab your courtside seat and enjoy the plays of the year… SickKids style!
It was a year to remember for SickKids (and for Toronto). Check out this action-packed highlight reel, as we look back at 2019.
December 20, 2019
Dr. Ron Laxer receives Master of the American College of Rheumatology designation
Dr. Ronald Laxer now has a new title after being recognized by the American College of Rheumatology for his outstanding contribution to the field: MACR.
December 19, 2019
A new study led by SickKids represents a critical advancement in how individuals with a rare form of cancer, pineoblastoma, are treated based on their age group.
December 19, 2019
SickKids holiday lighting display still chugging after 30 years
The SickKids holiday choo-choo has been a special sight on University Ave. for three decades. Here’s the story behind our mini spectacle of lights (and what came before it too).
December 19, 2019
Emergency department or urgent care clinic?
We've gathered some information to help you assess whether to take your child to the emergency department or an urgent care clinic.
December 10, 2019
Dr. Ronni and Hallie make fluffy pancakes
Junior reporter Hallie interviews Dr. Ronald Cohn on his first seven months as President and CEO of SickKids, while they make pancakes together.
December 5, 2019
Congratulations to the winners of the 2019 President’s Award
The President's Award recognizes staff, teams, students and/or volunteers who demonstrate superior leadership and collaboration resulting in major contributions to the organization.
December 5, 2019
High-quality stem cells enable researchers to better study almost any disease
Using whole genome sequencing, a collaborative team at SickKids and the University of Toronto has created high-calibre control induced pluripotent stem cells that can be used to study a variety of diseases.
December 5, 2019
Genome testing for siblings of individuals with autism may detect diagnosis before symptoms appear
New research led by SickKids and the University of Alberta found testing the DNA of siblings of individuals with autism may be predictive of a future diagnosis even if symptoms aren’t yet apparent. Findings could lead to earlier therapeutic interventions.