Children's Hospital LA

Born at 24 weeks and weighing barely over a pound, Cooper suffered from a severe case of bronchopulmonary dysplasia, a form of chronic lung disease that occurs in premature babies. Two NICUs were unable to heal him, and in desperation, his parents took him to CHLA’s Newborn and Infant Critical Care Unit where ECMO helped save his life. #NICUAwarenessMonth

Read his story: t.co/2rRTUIsb07

Better scans mean better answers. CHLA researchers, led by Eamon Doyle, PhD, have developed new ways to improve MRI images, making it easier detect brain blood flow issues that signal brain injuries and disease. bit.ly/3UQTeyE

What are the newest advances in care for pediatric brain tumors? Dr. Ashley Margol and Dr. Mark Krieger co-lead CHLA’s Brain Tumor Center, one of the largest such programs for kids in the country. They share the latest developments, newest clinical trials—and why individualized care is critical. #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth bit.ly/3Uxba0I

When medication isn’t enough, neuromodulation can be a powerful option for kids with drug-resistant epilepsy. Dr. Latanya Agurs from CHLA’s nationally ranked Neurological Institute explains two of the most common devices:

🔹 VNS (Vagus Nerve Stimulator): Placed in the chest, VNS sends regular pulses to the brain throughout the day to help disrupt seizures. It’s less invasive and often chosen by families who want to avoid brain surgery.

🔹 RNS (Responsive Neurostimulator): Implanted in the skull with electrodes that monitor brain activity, RNS delivers treatment only when it detects a seizure starting. It’s highly personalized but requires surgery to pinpoint seizure origins.

Both options can significantly reduce seizures and improve quality of life, helping kids gain seizure-free days they may have never had before. Learn more: bit.ly/3Ck0ddl.

A rare brain tumor turned Sergio and Andy's world upside down. CHLA’s Brain Tumor Center helped them get back to life. 💛 #PediatricCancerAwarenessMonth

Read their story: bit.ly/4mKHY2N