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When AI Feels Like a Friend: How to Keep Kids Safe

AI tools aren’t going away, and in many contexts, they can be helpful. By staying engaged, setting limits, and keeping the conversation open, parents can ensure that technology remains a tool—not a substitute for care, compassion, and community.

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IBD and School Accommodations: Establishing a 504 Plan

The establishment of a 504C plan (a legal document which provides for school-related accommodations for students with medical conditions), can be helpful in reducing stress for both families and students and allow a child with IBD to reach their full academic potential. Here are the necessary steps to ensure your child gets school accommodations.

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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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One Mom's Story: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome

Feb 13, 2017

Hypoplastic left heart syndrome is a complex and rare heart defect. The left side of the heart does not form properly and cannot effectively pump blood to the body. Read More

Can I Detect Seizures in My Child When I’m Not There?

Feb 08, 2017

Until recently, there were not many products that could be used to watch for seizures. Many parents end up using baby monitors with or without video support. However, that is not fool-proof and shown not to work in many cases. Read More

Understanding Rhabdo: Why You Should Take Exertional Rhabdomyolysis Seriously

Feb 07, 2017

Exertional rhabdomyolysis (ER) or “rhabdo” is a rare, yet serious, and potentially fatal, condition if not recognized and treated appropriately. It is defined as the breakdown of normal skeletal muscle fibers due to injury or exercise. Read More

The Purple Butterfly Project

Feb 03, 2017

Butterflies have a very special meaning here at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. While in flight, they represent optimism; a perfect symbol for a healing environment. Now a purple butterfly with a very special meaning can be found on the doors of some of our tiniest patients. Read More

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SAD: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder

Jan 30, 2017

At this time of the year, it feels like winter will drag on forever and spring will never get here. The gray skies outside can give us a case of the winter blues and make us feel sluggish or sad. However, your child’s seasonal slump may be a more serious problem. Read More

Crohn's Disease: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Jan 27, 2017

Inflammatory Bowel diseases (IBD), which include Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, are chronic inflammatory diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract. Read More

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Addiction: A Real Disease

Jan 25, 2017

Addiction is a real disease. It is not a weakness. Or an easy thing to overcome just by willpower. Virtually, all addictions start during adolescence. Almost 4 million 12-25 year olds have a drug abuse problem in the United States — but only 9 percent get any sort of treatment. Read More

All About Croup

Jan 24, 2017

What causes croup? What other symptoms are present? How do we treat croup, and can it be prevented? Let’s take a closer look. Read More