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Posted by: Lara McKenzie, PhD, MA on Aug 12, 2026

I’ll admit I’m no Martha Stewart. But something about Pinterest sucks me in. But as a childhood injury researcher, I have a problem with Pinterest. I see ideas for children that are completely unsafe for them.

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Understanding Genetic Predisposition to Cancer
First published August 2015 Updated August 2026 Cancer is life-changing at any age. It affects the whole family whether diagnosed in a 6-month-old or a 60-year-old.
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Why Community Voices Improve Children’s Health Studies
Did you know that your participation in research can help shape the next generation of treatments, therapies, devices, and care for children?

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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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Research to Improve The Lives of Children

Mar 16, 2016

Did you know that Nationwide Children’s Hospital is home to one of America’s top 10 pediatric research centers? On our campus, more than 180 scientists are researching cures for the biggest challenges in child health. Read More