Cancer Center at CHOP

Introducing & Walk ambassador, Mason! His family thought he had a football injury and took him to get an X-ray of his ribs. Doctors discovered a mass in Mason's lung and at CHOP, comprehensive tests diagnosed him with Hodgkin lymphoma. Over the next six months, he underwent chemotherapy and proton therapy, with what his mother, Danielle, calls “the BEST care team in the world!” Thanks to their guidance and encouragement, Mason stayed active during treatment and is now fully back to participating in sports, including flag football and wrestling.

Comment below! ⬇️ Who will you be running/walking for at the Parkway Run & Walk presented by Citadel Credit Union? We cannot wait to see everyone on the Parkway on Sunday, September 29 supporting Mason and all .

CHOP Parkway Run & Walk The Parkway Run & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, is a 5K run/2K walk that raises funds for breakthrough pediatric cancer research and care at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Hopeful news for families fighting T-lineage acute lymphoblastic leukemia (T-ALL). Our researchers along with a team at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital revealed that genetic changes to non-coding portions of our DNA are responsible for the aggressive and high-risk cancer. This critical understanding of (T-ALL) empowers researchers to find innovative approaches to treating the potentially deadly cancer. Learn more at: http://ms.spr.ly/6185lqgaZ.

Join us for the 7th International Li-Fraumeni Syndrome Association Symposium on Oct 18 -22 hosted by our Center and Penn Medicine - Abramson Cancer Center in partnership with the LiFE Consortium. This hybrid event is opened to our patients and their families to learn about the most recent advances in Li-Fraumeni syndrome cancer research, treatments, patient advocacy and much more. Register today at: http://ms.spr.ly/6186lYh6k.

Meet & Walk ambassador, Caroline! At 2 1/2 years old, Caroline was diagnosed with high-risk B-cell leukemia. Her mother, Katherine, is a physician and did her post-graduate training at CHOP: “There was not a question in my mind as to where we would take our precious daughter,” she says. Through complications and severe side effects, Caroline has remained a ray of sunshine. She is infamous for her calmness during medical procedures and whenever she is asked who is the bravest girl in the whole wide world, her hand shoots up and says, “Me! I am!”

What team will you be running/walking with on Sunday, September 29? We hope to see you at the Parkway Run & Walk presented by Citadel Credit Union supporting like Caroline.

CHOP Parkway Run & Walk The Parkway Run & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, is a 5K run/2K walk that raises funds for breakthrough pediatric cancer research and care at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

“The Parkway Run gives me hope. It’s one thing I can do to help beat cancer and support families going through the most difficult time of their lives. I feel like my son’s memory lives on through the Parkway Run and through the lives it helps save.” – Kristyn – team captain of Team Jack.

Team Jack will be participating again this year in memory of "Jack Jack." The annual event is a way for his family and friends to come together to honor his life and walk in solidarity with dozens of other families impacted by pediatric cancer.

Join us and Team Jack on Sunday, September 29 at the & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union. Together, we can conquer childhood cancer. Learn more and sign up at http://ms.spr.ly/6184liK4p.

Our 2023 ambassador, Branson or "Branny" celebrated a major milestone earlier this year - he completed his treatment with a celebratory chime ringing at our Center! Join us in congratulating him and support like Branny by registering for our & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, on Sunday, September 29. Together, we can conquer childhood cancer! Learn more and sign up at http://ms.spr.ly/6185lryId.

Meet our ambassador, Joey, whose choice for a superpower is super speed! Joey has been cared for at CHOP his entire life, being born with multiple rare conditions. In October 2022, his health challenges increased when he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. In addition to ongoing chemotherapy, his treatment has included a bone marrow transplant, with his sister, Mia, as his donor.

Support like Joey by joining us for an inspiring day at the & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, on Sunday, September 29. All proceeds will support breakthrough research and care at our Center.

CHOP Parkway Run & Walk The Parkway Run & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, is a 5K run/2K walk that raises funds for breakthrough pediatric cancer research and care at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Nominations for the & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, Extra Mile Award are now open! This unique opportunity is a way to celebrate our Center’s staff members who have gone the extra mile in their role. The award will be presented at the event on September 29 to three individuals who have exemplified excellence and have taken extraordinary measures to provide care and compassion to our patients, families and their colleagues. All members of the Center including faculty, clinical staff, allied health, technical staff and support staff are eligible for consideration.

Nominations close on August 26 so learn more and submit today at the following link: http://ms.spr.ly/6182lJL1w.

We’d like to introduce & Walk ambassador, Arielle! While in Michigan for the holidays, it seemed like Arielle had pneumonia but a lung X-ray showed a 12-centimeter mass behind her left lung. The ER doctor alerted CHOP, and the family headed back to Philadelphia to learn the diagnosis was T-cell lymphoma. “That day our lives kind of stood still,” explains Arielle’s mother, Ashley. “Fortunately, we have a strong and sassy little girl and we knew she’d receive great care at CHOP.” In remission since 2023, 10-year-old Arielle enjoys dancing, cheerleading, swimming and watching movies, and she hopes to become a nurse.

Register today to participate in the Parkway Run & Walk presented by Citadel Credit Union on Sunday, September 29. All funds raised will fuel breakthrough treatment and care supporting , like Arielle, at our Center. Learn more today in the link below!

CHOP Parkway Run & Walk The Parkway Run & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, is a 5K run/2K walk that raises funds for breakthrough pediatric cancer research and care at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

We walk or run because we believe we can create a future without childhood cancer. To make it happen, new treatments and research is urgently needed. Here are some of the areas impacted by the funds raised at the & Walk presented by Citadel Credit Union. ⬇️

Tell us why you participate in the comment section and learn more about our event taking place on Sunday, September 29: http://ms.spr.ly/6186YfdA2.

Meet & Walk ambassador, Griffin, whose choice of superpower is lightning speed! Griffin developed a dry cough that lasted weeks and eventually a pediatrician sent him for a chest X-ray. It revealed multiple masses in his chest and his left lung was collapsed. At CHOP he was diagnosed with Wilms tumor, a cancer of the kidney that, in Griffin’s case, had spread to his lungs, and his treatment included surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. The family notes: “Without research, our son’s prognosis wouldn’t be what it is today, and every child and their family deserve that.”

Join us to support like Griffin by participating in the Parkway Run & Walk presented by Citadel Credit Union on Sunday, September 29. Every dollar will go toward breakthrough treatment and care at our Center to conquer childhood cancer. Learn more and register today in the link below!

CHOP Parkway Run & Walk The Parkway Run & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, is a 5K run/2K walk that raises funds for breakthrough pediatric cancer research and care at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Meet & Walk ambassador, Veronika! Earlier this year, her pediatrician became concerned about her weight loss and for the next six months, Veronika saw specialists and gained weight, but her endocrine levels still weren’t right. An MRI finally uncovered the root cause — a cancerous brain tumor. Her treatments at CHOP included surgery, 16 chemotherapy infusions and 24 proton radiation sessions. Now 16, Veronika is focused on doing regular teenage things, like getting her driver’s permit!

Support like Veronika by participating in this year’s Parkway Run & Walk presented by Citadel Credit Union on Sunday, September 29. Every dollar raised will go to support our Center, aiming to conquer childhood cancer so all kids can live their dreams and be superheroes. Register today in the link below!

CHOP Parkway Run & Walk The Parkway Run & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, is a 5K run/2K walk that raises funds for breakthrough pediatric cancer research and care at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

It was a fun-filled evening at the Philadelphia Phillies game last week for a few of our caregivers during our latest M.E.N.S. (Men Engaging in Networking and Support) gathering! M.E.N.S. is a community for dads and male caregivers of patients receiving care at our Center. A big thank you to our exceptional social work team for arranging the event!

Our next sibling support group "Oncology Sibology" event will be held on Saturday, July 13th at the Buerger Center from 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET. Any sibling in 1st to 12th grade of a patient currently being treated at our Center is welcomed! This gathering will give brothers and sisters an opportunity to connect with other kids who understand what they're going through. The meeting will include education, therapeutic activities, fun and connection! If you're interested in registering your child, please email [email protected] or ask your CHOP Child Life Specialist or Social Worker.

Earlier this week, we were thrilled to host our annual Joshua Kahan Fund Prom for patients and families! This year’s theme was “A Night of Stars Under the Big Top” and our Atrium, along with each unit, was transformed to become a Carnival inspired experience. Throughout the day, patients and their families came together for fun and festivities, including dancing and arts/crafts!

Check out this NBC10 Philadelphia story below featuring one of our Jaliah explaining why it was a meaningful celebration.

CHOP's annual prom brought patients, families together for a celebration The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia hosted its annual prom for patients and their families on Wednesday afternoon.

Congratulations, Class of 2024! 🎓🥳 We were able to celebrate our AYA graduates in person this year. Join us in congratulating all the graduates who successfully finished high school or college. We commend them for their outstanding achievements and significant milestones, and wish them the very best in all their future endeavors!

Join us in congratulating Dr. John Maris on receiving this year's Alex's Lemonade Stand Pitcher of Hope Award! This honor recognizes a CHOP employee who has gone above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of children with cancer.

Dr. Maris, who was Alex Scott's oncologist when she was a patient at CHOP, leads a team of researchers dedicated to rapidly translating research about childhood cancers from the laboratory bench to the bedside. His research focuses on improving pediatric cancer cure rates, minimizing long-term side effects and designing studies to help benefit children who have refractory or relapsed diseases for which treatment options may be limited. Learn more in the link below. Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation

We have some exciting news to share! Registration is now open for this year's & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, on Sunday, Sept. 29. Create a team and join us for an inspiring day on the Parkway supporting our 💛 Be a superhero in the fight against childhood cancer!

CHOP Parkway Run & Walk The Parkway Run & Walk, presented by Citadel Credit Union, is a 5K run/2K walk that raises funds for breakthrough pediatric cancer research and care at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

We're thrilled to announce that you can now watch the acclaimed documentary "Of Medicine and Miracles" on Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Google Play and Vimeo on Demand! This film chronicles the moving story of our patient Emily Whitehead and the life-saving care she received from Dr. Stephen Grupp, in partnership with Dr. Carl June and his team at Penn Medicine.

Emily was the first pediatric patient in the world with acute lymphoblastic leukemia to undergo therapy, a groundbreaking treatment that has revolutionized cancer treatment. Today, she has been cancer-free for 13 years!

Children and adolescents who had a bone marrow transplant (BMT) are at risk for poor muscle health related to lower activity levels and other factors. To address this issue, we are launching the IAMFIT research study to find ways to increase muscle health in BMT survivors. If you or your child has undergone a BMT in the last 6-48 months and between the ages of 10-30 years old, we are looking for participants to enroll in this study. To learn more about the study and requirements, click the link below.

IAMFIT Research Study Researchers at CHOP are recruiting patients diagnosed with either acute leukemia (myeloid, lymphoid), myelodysplastic syndromes, or aplastic anemia and treated with allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) within the past 6-48 months.

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's Superhero Window Washers!

Last week, some of our cancer warriors and their families were surprised to see Ironman, Spiderman and Batman washing the hospital windows on our Philadelphia campus. Window washers from Premier Window Cleaning LLC dressed up like superheros and stopped by each floor to interact with patients through the glass, bringing a little fun and excitement to their hospital stay. Check out a few photos below! ⬇️

We're proud to be part of Children's Brain Tumor Network, a collaborative multi-institutional cooperative research program dedicated to the study of childhood brain tumors. By collecting and creating the largest repository of brain tumor tissue in the world, research scientists are able to study the tumor cells of more than 100 different types of childhood brain tumors.

This , we celebrate global collaboration. unites brilliant minds worldwide to accelerate breakthroughs in childhood brain tumors. Together, we're building a brighter future for children everywhere, including your local community.

As a way to celebrate our AYAs, some of our patients had an opportunity to enjoy a night out at the Philadelphia Flyers game! A special shout out to the Flyers for their support of our patients, and also to our psychosocial team for organizing this fun event during .

Last week, journalist Katie Couric led a panel discussion on the award-winning film that delves into Emily Whitehead's cancer journey and the promise of immunotherapy as it has evolved. You can check out the documentary that details her incredible story and catch the interviews with Katie Couric at: http://ms.spr.ly/6185Y6S39.

We'd like to recognize The MIP Foundation for their continued support for our AYA patients! Your AYA gift bags are much appreciated 💛

Our next sibling support group "Oncology Sibology" event will be held on Saturday, May 4th at the Buerger Center from 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET. Any sibling in 1st to 12th grade of a patient currently being treated at our Center is welcomed! This gathering will give brothers and sisters an opportunity to connect with other kids who understand what they're going through. The meeting will include education, therapeutic activities, fun and connection! If you're interested in registering your child, please email [email protected] or ask your CHOP Child Life Specialist or Social Worker.