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Posted by: Seth Alpert, MD on Sep 21, 2026

There aren’t many true emergencies in my field of pediatric urology, but torsion of the testicle is one of the more common ones that I face on a regular basis. Unfortunately, my experience is that most people are unaware of the issue, even though it can happen in 1 in 4,000 males under age 25.

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Furniture Tip-Overs: Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe
When children are stuck inside, they may try to turn your house into a playground. All parents of young children understand how quickly a trinket on a high shelf suddenly becomes a quest as alluring as the summit of Everest to a seasoned climber.
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6 Signs Your Child May Have Bladder Dysfunction
Once your child has been successfully potty-trained – ‘taking care of business’ should get easier – but what if the accidents keep happening?

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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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How to Choose an Urgent Care

How to Choose an Urgent Care

Jan 27, 2026

Middle-of-the-night earache? Weekend sports injury? Not every illness or accident needs the ER—but not every urgent care is right for kids, either. Learn how to tell what’s an emergency, what can wait, and how to choose an urgent care center with true pediatric expertise, including options from Nationwide Children’s in Central Ohio. Read More

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Is a Baby with a Flat Head Normal?

Jan 22, 2026

Learn why back-sleeping is still the safest choice, when to talk with your pediatrician, and easy ways to help your baby’s head round out over time with tummy time, position changes, and play. Read More

Safe Airplane Travel With Your Child

Safe Airplane Travel With Your Child

Jan 14, 2026

Flying with kids doesn’t have to be stressful! Discover trusted advice on preparation, safety and in-flight comfort that helps make your next family trip easier and more fun. Read More

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When Kids Go Missing: What Parents Need to Know

Jan 14, 2026

Worried about how to explain stranger safety without causing anxiety? These expert-backed tips can help you guide the conversation with clarity, compassion and confidence. Read More

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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

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

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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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Deadly Substances Teens Use to Get High

Jan 07, 2026

First published May 2015 Updated January 2026 When I was teenager, parents only had a few substances to really worry about: cigarettes, alcohol and, for those whose children were a little more daring, maybe marijuana. But times have changed. Read More