Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
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If you have a child - or care for a child - 700 Children's was created especially for you. Our blog gives you access to the most current pediatric news and research. Nationwide Children's Hospital is one of the country's largest not-for-profit freestanding pediatric healthcare networks providing wellness, preventive, diagnostic, treatment, and rehabilitative care for infants.
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
5d ago
Nothing is scarier than a teen driver. Or is it a driver using their cellphone on the highway? Or someone balancing food on their lap and barely a hand on the wheel while they simultaneously try to eat, not spill, and operate a vehicle ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
5d ago
Thrush and certain kinds of diaper rash can be caused by the overgrowth of a common yeast known as Candida. These infections can be treated easily and there are things that you can do to help prevent them from happening ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
5d ago
Preventing child abuse is everyone’s responsibility. This can be accomplished by learning about what to look out for, talking openly with kids, and acting quickly if you think something is wrong ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
5d ago
The full moon. Some said it had the power to turn a sleeping human into a ferocious wolf-like creature—if the poor soul drank rainwater out of a wolf’s footprint before falling asleep outside on certain cloudless summer nights ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
5d ago
Instead of relying solely upon the internet to help answer all of your health questions, consider using that as a starting point for conversations with your (or your child’s) personal doctor ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
5d ago
Maintaining a healthy diet rich in a variety of foods can help reduce the risk of repeated exposure to contaminants, while also providing essential nutrients for overall health ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
5d ago
Sports are about enhancing self-esteem, learning to work within a team structure, and exercise. Whether kids play varsity or are on traveling teams or just play in their back yard, at the end of the day isn’t the point to have fun and implement healthy habits ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
2w ago
With today’s technology and social media, it is easier than ever to find and spread mental health information. The good news is this has led to more mental health awareness, and more people are willing to talk about mental health ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
2w ago
The influence of social media, viral products and “GRWM” videos has spurred many pre-teens and teens to overhaul their skincare routines, often incorporating products traditionally reserved for adults. While the desire for clear skin is understandable, it is imperative to understand that not all trends contribute positively to our skincare journey ..read more
Nationwide Children's Hospital Blog
2w ago
Research has shown that children who experience weight-based bullying and teasing are more likely to have diagnoses of depression, low self-esteem, and suicidal ideation. ..read more