A congenital portosystemic shunt (CPSS) is a rare condition that changes how blood flows through a child’s liver. Learn the signs and symptoms, how doctors diagnose and treat CPSS, and why early detection can improve long-term health and development.
Learn how to identify, treat and prevent head lice in children. Discover common symptoms, effective treatment options, school guidance and when to contact your child's healthcare provider.
Screens are a big part of childhood, but books still play an important role in helping kids learn and grow. Discover simple, family-friendly ways to build a love of reading, create healthy screen habits, and encourage curiosity, creativity, and connection every day.
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Having a child in the hospital is stressful, especially in the long, cold winter months. At Nationwide Children’s, licensed massage therapists provide soothing, therapeutic touch for kids of all ages—and comfort for parents, too—helping reduce stress, ease anxiety, and bring a few peaceful moments to even the hardest days. Read More
A bleeding disorder doesn’t have to keep your family close to home. With some extra planning, you can still enjoy vacations and new adventures together. Learn how to choose a destination with the right medical resources, pick safe and fun activities, and work with your hemophilia treatment center to create a travel treatment plan so you can focus on making memories—not worrying “what if.” Read More
Middle-of-the-night earache? Weekend sports injury? Not every illness or accident needs the ER—but not every urgent care is right for kids, either. Learn how to tell what’s an emergency, what can wait, and how to choose an urgent care center with true pediatric expertise, including options from Nationwide Children’s in Central Ohio. Read More
MRIs can feel loud and scary—especially for kids—but practice can make a big difference. Discover how Nationwide Children’s MRI simulator and radiology child life specialists help children rehearse the experience, build coping skills, and, in many cases, complete their scan safely without anesthesia. Read More
Understanding peanut allergies can feel overwhelming. In Part One of our series, get clear, expert-backed basics to help you protect your child and navigate everyday life with peace of mind. Read More
Part Two of our Peanut Allergy 101 series offers clear, helpful guidance on treatment plans, avoiding exposure and supporting your child’s health in real-world situations. Read More
A hemangioma is a benign tumor of blood vessels. It usually appears around 2-4 weeks of age as a small red-pink patch. It then grows rapidly for 5-6 months and continues to grow slowly until 1 year of age. Read More
First published December 2017 Updated January 2026 Headaches aren’t fun for anyone- least of all for kids. While many people think of headaches as an “adult problem”, children experience them too. Read More
