CHOC

12/04/2025

Join us in welcoming Haines! 🥳🐕‍🦺

Haines is a new addition to the resident dog team and our first resident dog at Rady Children's Hospital at Mission! With training from Canine Companions, she has the important role of offering peace and emotional support to those who need it most during hospitalization.

Thank you to the generosity of Edie Barvin, the CBIZ Foundation, an Anonymous Donor, the Jatain Foundation and the many other compassionate supporters who made Haines' arrival possible.

12/03/2025

Make sure your insurance plan includes CHOC (now part of Rady Children's Health) for connected pediatric care.

CHOC has primary care pediatricians right in your neighborhood. Whether it’s your baby’s first well-visit or a same-day sick appointment, our pediatricians provide:
✨ Comprehensive well-child care for every stage of growth
🔄 Seamless coordination with CHOC’s world-class specialists when needed
💬 Personalized guidance to support your family’s health journey

With offices across Orange County, expert care is always close to home.

Learn more at choc.org/open-enrollment

11/26/2025

Find peace of mind close to home. Our pediatric urgent care locations are open every day — including holidays!

Learn more at choc.org/urgentcare

11/21/2025

This budget-friendly dinner for four proves you can serve a full, comforting holiday meal for under $20.

Visit our blog for the full recipe and health benefits. Link below!

11/19/2025

Every study, every discovery, every breakthrough starts with one goal: giving children safer treatments, faster answers, and healthier futures.

At CHOC, now part of Rady Children’s Health, we know research doesn’t just save lives. It gives future generations the chance to grow, thrive, and reach their fullest potential.

Learn more: choc.org/research

11/18/2025

E-bikes are a fun and efficient way for kids and teens to get around, but they also come with new safety challenges.

At CHOC, we’re committed to helping families stay safe through education, advocacy and community partnerships that prevent childhood injuries before they happen.

As the lead agency for Safe Kids Orange County, California, CHOC works with local hospitals, schools, and first responders to address top causes of injury — from car crashes and drownings to falls and bicycle incidents.

This Injury Prevention Day, we’re reminding families to take these simple steps for e-bike safety:
• Always wear a properly fitted helmet
• Follow local traffic laws and ride in designated bike lanes
• Make sure e-bikes are the right size and speed for your child’s age and experience
• Stay visible with lights and bright clothing

Together, we can make every ride a safe one.

11/14/2025

At just 11 years old, Phillip received a cancer diagnosis that upended his carefree summer and tested his strength, spirit and dreams of dancing again.

Read his full story ⤵️

At just 11 years old, Phillip received a cancer diagnosis that upended his carefree summer and tested his strength, spirit and dreams of dancing again.

11/12/2025

Stay stress-free this cold and flu season by preparing your own "sick box". When flu symptoms strike, you'll be ready! Consider the following items in your box:
• Thermometer
• Pain or fever medication
• Nasal saline and aspirator
• Vomit bags
• Electrolyte solution
• Allergy medication (if needed)
• Prescription medicine (if needed)

Keep your child healthy this season. Covid and flu vaccines are available at your local CHOC Primary Care Network clinic location.

11/10/2025

We are committed to making sure that our patients and families have special items to make their holidays in the hospital a little brighter.

If you would like to help, it is preferable that donations be made through our online wish list at https://choc.org/child-life/toy-book-donations/ There, you can choose what hospital location you wish to make your donation to.

We will also accept physical contributions at the hospital during these dates:
December 8-11 from 10am-4pm
December 15-18 from 10am-4pm

If your donation is larger than 50 toys (or the amount that would fit in a car), please make arrangements through toydonation@choc.org.

11/06/2025

Open Enrollment is here (Nov 1 – Jan 15)! Whether you’re renewing or switching health insurance plans, take a few minutes to make sure CHOC, Children’s Hospital of Orange County, is included so your family keeps the trusted care you rely on.

3 easy ways to check:
1️⃣ Use the CHOC Directory (link in bio) to see which plans include CHOC.
2️⃣ Log in to your insurance portal and search for Children’s Hospital of Orange County.
3️⃣ Call your insurance provider using the number on the back of your card.

Learn more at https://health.choc.org/open-enrollment/

11/04/2025

Tate, Ava and Chase each came to CHOC (now part of Rady Children's Health) with unique colorectal conditions and found not only expert care, but a team that truly listened, supported and celebrated their progress every step of the way.

Read more at the link below!

11/01/2025

A huge thank you to Orange City Fire for their heroic stunts and big hearts! Yesterday, they rappelled down the side of one of our towers, giving our patients and families an experience they won't forget ❤️🧑‍🚒🦸