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Breakthrough

Breakthrough

Boston Children's

Breakthrough is a podcast about the science revolutionizing the future of pediatrics and what that means for children and their families. With rapidly advancing technology and discoveries, the healthcare industry is at the precipice of dramatic change. Boston Children’s is at the forefront of these advancements, changing the trajectory of some of the most prevalent and difficult diseases we face as humans.
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Breakthrough - Welcome to Breakthrough
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05/23/22 • 1 min

Breakthrough is a podcast from Boston Children’s about the innovations that are revolutionizing the future of pediatrics and what that means for children and their families.

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About 10 percent of the U.S. population has a rare genetic condition. From computational biologists to geneticists, Boston Children’s scientists are working across departments to create new, accessible and personalized diagnosis and treatment processes for many previously mysterious genetic diseases.

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Breakthrough - Preventing a Sports Injury
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07/13/22 • 35 min

Sports clichés like “no pain, no gain” can often drive young athletes to push themselves to the point of injury on the field. In this episode, hear from a Boston Children’s doctor who is paving the way for new treatments for A.C.L. tears.

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Breakthrough - Understanding Epilepsy Through Genetics
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03/07/24 • 34 min

Epilepsy is one of the most debilitating chronic neurological conditions in the world, affecting 1 in 26 people. Until very recently, finding causes of the disease has been a major barrier to treatment. Recent work from Boston Children’s has found that the answer often lies in the patient’s genes.

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Breakthrough - A New Age In Biomarkers
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09/08/22 • 39 min

Biomarkers are elevated levels of proteins or other substances that can signify the presence of disease. In this episode, hear from Boston Children's researchers who are leading the way for timely noninvasive diagnosis and management of dozens of conditions.

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Breakthrough - A Lifetime of Cardiac Care
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07/27/22 • 43 min

Boston Children’s is at the forefront of developing some of the most life-changing treatments for pediatric genetic heart conditions. In this episode, hear from a surgeon who pioneered a new technique for BiV repairs in patients with single ventricle defects.

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Breakthrough - The Search for a Cure Before Birth
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06/29/22 • 35 min

Boston Children’s Maternal Fetal Care Center is leading the way for in-utero interventions that can help in treating defects and diseases in fetuses before birth. In this episode we’ll hear from doctors and scientists about these cutting-edge treatments and technologies.

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Breakthrough - Precision Medicine and The Future of Vaccines
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06/15/22 • 33 min

Historically, vaccines have been used to combat infectious diseases. Now, researchers are utilizing precision medicine to formulate vaccines that can be used for much more. Think: one flu vaccine for life, a vaccine to help combat opioid addiction or even someday, a vaccine for cancer.

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Breakthrough - The New Outlook for Autism Diagnosis
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06/07/22 • 37 min

Autism is surprisingly common. 1 in 44 people are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), but we’re still learning a lot about this condition. In this episode, Dr. Charles Nelson shares breakthroughs in diagnosing ASD in children as young as three months using EEGs. And later, Dr. April Levin and Dr. Carol Wilkinson will get into groundbreaking treatments that target early development of executive control functions.

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Breakthrough - Welcome to Breakthrough Season 2
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02/12/24 • 2 min

Listen to Season 2 of the podcast, Breakthrough. On the heels of a chart-topping* first year, host Dr. Zakiya Whatley, biologist and educator, hears from doctors and research scientists at Boston Children’s about how they’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible for the future of pediatrics — and what that means for patients, their families and the global medical community.

*#1 in Life Sciences on Apple Podcasts on June 8 and August 11, 2022

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FAQ

How many episodes does Breakthrough have?

Breakthrough currently has 14 episodes available.

What topics does Breakthrough cover?

The podcast is about Life Sciences, Health & Fitness, Research, Pediatrics, Medicine, Podcasts, Science, Disease, Health, Innovation and Children.

What is the most popular episode on Breakthrough?

The episode title 'A New Age In Biomarkers' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Breakthrough?

The average episode length on Breakthrough is 31 minutes.

How often are episodes of Breakthrough released?

Episodes of Breakthrough are typically released every 9 days, 12 hours.

When was the first episode of Breakthrough?

The first episode of Breakthrough was released on May 23, 2022.

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