Researchers and honoured guests of the Kids Neuroscience Centre (KNC) were joined by patients and families at Government House to celebrate 25 years of innovative research.

For many children, undergoing an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan can be a daunting experience, particularly if they have never had a medical procedure done before.

Although Beau’s future is filled with many unknowns, Nicole is determined to provide her little boy with the best quality of life possible.

Teddy was just one week old when he was diagnosed with congenital cataracts in both eyes. Each day since then, he has seen the world through a lens of unwavering determination, refusing to let his sight define his limits.

When fifteen-year-old Oliver was urgently referred to the Emergency Department (ED) at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick, an ultrasound scan using a portable ultrasound machine revealed a shock diagnosis.

A first of its kind program, PRAM provides hands on education and mentorship for paediatric nurses and doctors returning to the workforce after parental leave.

A new podcast created by four young people from the Chronic Illness Peer Support (ChIPS) program at Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (SCHN), Chronic Conundrums hopes to lend a helping hand in navigating the challenges that come with chronic illness and disability diagnoses for young people.

There are millions of carers across Australia, each with unique circumstances and stories of their own. Tammy, Patrick, Teresa and Harry are among these people, all helping to care for a child with complex needs.

They say through adversity comes strength, and that couldn’t be closer to the truth for Mia Rose.

Looking up at the ceiling during tough procedures, Siddiqah and Azraqee are reminded of three powerful mantras: “I am strong, I am fantastic, I am brave”.