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Posted by: Amanda Jensen on Jul 20, 2026

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.

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Stress in Young Athletes
Young athletes deal with stress every day. They may feel stress from hard practices, big games, schoolwork and their emotions. Learning how to handle stress is important for doing well in sports and staying healthy.
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7 Tips to Help Kids Build a Love of Books

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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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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Resources for Kids with Special Needs

Jan 13, 2026

Raising a child with special needs comes with extra joys—and extra challenges that go far beyond medical care. Learn how to find mentors, connect with support groups, explore adaptive sports and recreation, access respite care, and advocate for your child, plus how CAP4Kids can help you quickly find local resources with just a few clicks. Read More

Dear New NICU Mom

Jan 12, 2026

At 24 days old, my little girl developed necrotizing enterocolitis and was transferred in the middle of the night to Nationwide Children’s. It was at that moment that I became eternally grateful to have a top neonatology department so close to home. Read More

Helping Cancer Patients with Viral, Cellular and Gene Therapy

Jan 12, 2026

From common cold to cancer treatment: discover the promising research behind viral therapy and its potential to improve outcomes. Read More

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Stalking and Harassment: What to Do If Your Child Is Being Threatened

Jan 12, 2026

Stalking is a repeated pattern of behavior that includes following, watching or harassing a specific person. It occurs over a period of time and could be defined as threatening behavior. Most importantly, stalking is a crime. Read More

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How to Navigate the Internet for Health Information

Jan 09, 2026

Searching for health answers online? Get expert tips to help you identify accurate information and make smart decisions for your child’s care. Read More

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What is Allergy Induced Asthma?

Jan 09, 2026

For many people with asthma, spring can be a very challenging time of the year. Rapid changes in the weather and lingering upper respiratory viruses can both cause breathing difficulties. Read More

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What Are Signs of OCD in Children and Teens?

Jan 09, 2026

All kids have worries and doubts. But kids with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often can’t stop worrying, no matter how much they want to. And those worries frequently compel them to behave in certain ways over and over again. Read More

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Vaccines: Frequently Asked Questions

Jan 09, 2026

News about vaccine schedule changes can feel confusing and even a little scary. This guide breaks down what’s different in the CDC’s 2026 childhood immunization schedule, which infections are still routinely covered, why all vaccines remain available and covered by insurance, and how to partner with your child’s pediatrician to make confident, informed decisions. Read More