Pediatric Mental Health is in a ‘State of Emergency’ October 10, 2021 We have reached a critical juncture in our ability to address the pediatric mental health crisis. Suicide is the leading cause of death for kids starting at age 10 in Colorado, and thoughts of suicide or a suicide attempt are among the top reasons that patients come to our emergency departments. Announcement, News
‘You Can’t Take it With You’ September 19, 2021 The inspiration behind one donor’s major gift to child health research. Story, Donor, Research and Innovation
One Mom’s Mission to Advance Leukemia Breakthroughs in Honor of Her Son August 29, 2021 After her 15-year-old son, Will, died of leukemia, Claudia Maniatis made it her mission to give more cancer patients a fighting chance through research. Read how her foundation is supporting groundbreaking new discoveries at Children’s Colorado – all in honor of Will. Story, Donor, Research and Innovation
Back-to-School is a Big Deal for Leo After Years of Being Immunocompromised August 29, 2021 In kindergarten, Leo was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening blood disorder. For years, he missed out on routine daily activities. Then, COVID hit. Two bone marrow transplants and 275 nights in the hospital, Leo hopes this school year will be different. Story, Patient
Dalilah’s ‘Electric Spirit’ Shines Bright August 3, 2021 Dalilah came into the world missing part of her right arm – “limb different,” as her family describes it – but she has never allowed those differences to stop her from doing the same things as any other kid. Story, Patient
Trailblazing Physician-Scientist Uncovers New Therapies for Kids Suffering from Inflammatory Bowel Disease August 3, 2021 Dr. Edwin de Zoeten works at the intersection of research, education and clinical care – and he’s leveraging that unique role to bring new discoveries from the lab to the bedside to help patients facing the debilitating effects of inflammatory bowel disease. Article, Research and Innovation
Panda Express Commits $8 Million Gift to Support Children’s Hospital Colorado June 24, 2021 Largest corporate commitment to date will fund patient and family makerspace. Press Release, Donor
Regional Clinics and Care Alliances Keep Kids Closer to Home June 16, 2021 Through outreach clinics, care alliances and partnerships that span thousands of miles, Children’s Colorado is doing whatever it takes to give more kids access to expert pediatric specialty care within their own communities. Article
A Silver Lining of the COVID-19 Crisis: Rapid Expansion of Telehealth Services Made Possible by Donors June 16, 2021 Despite so many hardships caused by the pandemic, there is one silver lining that donors helped make possible: expanded telehealth services that are easing travel and time burdens for patient families, while ensuring they can continue to get essential medical care. Article, Donor
Tragedy Meets Tenacity: How Marissa Found Hope After a Horrific Car Accident June 16, 2021 A severe car accident left Marissa unable to talk, walk, eat or even breathe without the help of a machine. But with the help of Children’s Hospital Colorado – and an extraordinary determination – Marissa is now achieving things doctors once thought were impossible. Story, Patient
Taking Palliative Care to New Heights May 10, 2021 Parenting a child with a complex medical condition isn’t easy – in fact it can feel downright unbearable at times. Read how an anonymous donor’s gift is taking the Children’s Hospital Colorado Palliative Care program to new heights and helping more patients and families to manage the pain and struggles of a life-limiting illness. Article, Donor
Exceptional Care and Support Helped Armando Grow Into a Thriving, Confident Teen May 10, 2021 Born with Treacher Collins syndrome, Armando has been coming to Children’s Hospital Colorado for countless procedures, surgeries and medical care since he was a baby. Read about the hospital support programs that have made a tremendous difference in Armando’s life. Story, Patient