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Posted by: Edward Shepherd, MD on Nov 11, 2026

Sometimes, when a baby is born too early and their lungs aren’t developed enough, they need to be given oxygen through a machine in order to breathe. Unfortunately, over time, this can damage the lung’s fragile airways and air sacks, ultimately leading to a condition called bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD).

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JUULing: What Parents Need to Know

JUULs and other e-cigarettes can be easy for teens to hide, but their nicotine content poses serious health risks. Learn what parents should know about vaping, how to talk to teens about its dangers and ways to keep younger children safe from nicotine poisoning.

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Risks of Teen Pregnancy
Teen pregnancy can bring unique health, emotional and financial challenges. Learn about the risks, ways to prevent unintended pregnancy and how programs at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provide care, education and support for pregnant and parenting teens.

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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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Eating Disorders: Awareness is the First Step

Feb 23, 2016

As the medical director of Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Eating Disorders Program, I am a passionate advocate, but I must be honest – I was skeptical when asked to write about National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Read More

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How to Choose the Right Summer Camp (Yes, in January!)

Jan 19, 2016

Right about now, parents across the country are feeling the pressure. It’s not because their New Year’s resolutions are beginning to slide, or that the neighbors are starting to notice that the holiday decorations are still up. Read More

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Are Scented Candles and Air Fresheners Harming Your Child?

Dec 03, 2015

Scented candles and air fresheners are popular items that many families use inside their homes. But recent reports have found their way to the internet regarding the potential harm from these items, some of which are exaggerated or misconstrued, whereas others have more merit. Read More