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Posted by: Matthew Washam, MD, MPH on Oct 31, 2025

Sometimes it is necessary for Nationwide Children’s to take extra precautions to protect the health of patients, their visitors and staff. With these considerations in mind, learn more about our latest mask and visitor guidelines.

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4 Flu Myths Busted
Flu season is here—and so are the myths about the flu shot. From “it causes the flu” to “kids don’t need it,” misinformation can put children at risk. Get the facts from experts and learn why the flu vaccine is the best protection for your family.
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2025/26 Respiratory Vaccine FAQs for Parents
Flu, COVID-19, and RSV can hit kids hard—but vaccines and antibody shots offer powerful protection. Get answers to parents’ most common questions about the 2025/26 respiratory season and learn how to keep your family healthy.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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What Parents Need to Know About Coronavirus

Mar 23, 2020

COVID-19, caused by a novel coronavirus, is a global pandemic. Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about COVID-19. Read More

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Jadeecada: Macluumaadka Qoyska

Apr 23, 2019

Jadeecadu waa xanuun lakala qaado oo fayrus keeno oo ku faafa hawada oo qofku qufac iyo hindhiso yeesho. Waa caabuq uu talaal baajin karo. Read More

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Sarampión: información para las familias

Apr 23, 2019

El sarampión es un virus altamente contagioso que se transmite por el aire al toser y estornudar. Es una infección que se puede prevenir con vacunación. Read More

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A: Virus Facts for Families

Feb 25, 2019

Hepatitis A is a virus that can cause acute inflammation of the liver. It is a vaccine-preventable infection. Before the introduction of routine childhood immunization with the hepatitis A vaccine, infections most commonly occurred in school-aged children. Read More