700 Children's® – A Blog by Pediatric Experts

Posted by: Myeshia Harmon on Nov 20, 2025

For years, many clinical studies didn’t reflect the rich diversity of the people they’re meant to help. Learn how including people of different ages, races, ethnicities and sexes in research leads to more accurate results, safer treatments and better health outcomes for everyone.

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FPIES: What Is It?
FPIES is a rare type of food allergy that doesn’t cause hives or swelling but can lead to severe vomiting and lethargy hours after eating. Learn how it presents in infants, why it’s tricky to diagnose, and why most children eventually outgrow it.
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The FAFSA: What Parents Need to Know
College costs can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Discover how completing the free FAFSA, knowing key deadlines, and gathering a few simple documents can open more options for your student after high school.
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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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Driving With Autism Spectrum Disorder: Transitioning to Greater Independence

Jul 17, 2018

When considering the world of driving, there are a number of tips that can be helpful to make sure that your child with Autism is ready and that you are comfortable with this big step in the transition to adulthood and greater independence. Read More

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Nurturing and Developing a Positive Relationship with Your Child

Jul 13, 2018

Developing and engaging in healthy ways can seem even more complex amid juggling work, school, friends, social media and technology. Despite these challenges, it is still possible to build a strong relationship with our children through creative activities. Read More

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Shoulder Pain and Injury in the Adaptive Athlete

Jul 11, 2018

Based on the mechanics of adaptive sports, there is a much higher risk of upper extremity and shoulder injury in athletes with physical disabilities. The best strategy for combating these injuries is appropriate injury prevention strategies and training. Read More

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Pulmonary Vein Stenosis in Children: Multi-Disciplinary Care for a Complex Condition

Jul 09, 2018

There is still much to learn about pulmonary vein stenosis in children. Though outcomes have not changed much for the last 40 years in pediatric cases, many centers are collaborating to learn as much as possible about the disease.  Read More

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Core Stability: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

Jul 05, 2018

Having a strong, stable core helps us to prevent injuries and allows us to perform at our best. Read expert tips on how to help your child strengthen theirs. Read More

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Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Jul 03, 2018

Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease is a common childhood illness caused by a virus. Be aware of symptoms, treatment and prevention to help set your child on course for a speedy recovery. Read More

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What It Means to Be Named One of America’s Top 10 Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News and World Report

Jun 26, 2018

Nationwide Children's Hospital has received one of the top public accolades in our field: U.S. News and World Report named us as one of America’s 10 Best Children’s Hospitals as part of its "Honor Roll." Read More

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Use Your Head: Choosing and Fitting Your Child's Bike Helmet

Jun 25, 2018

While state and city laws enforcing helmet use vary, safety guidelines are universal: everyone on a bike of any type needs to wear a helmet on every ride. Learn how to choose the right helmet and fit it properly. Read More