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Posted by: Mike Patrick, MD on Oct 14, 2026

It’s that time of year again, when ghosts and goblins take to the streets in search of sugary treasure. And while there’s plenty to say about costumes, candy and Halloween safety, let’s focus on another creature associated with the season: bats.

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Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy in Children
Heart failure in children is rare but can be caused by congenital heart defects or conditions affecting the heart muscle. Learn about the causes, available treatments and why genetic testing and family screenings may be important for early detection.
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Chronic Pain Management in Children: What Parents Need to Know
Supporting a child with chronic pain can be challenging, but helping them build independence is an important part of managing symptoms. Learn how parents can encourage healthy coping skills, support daily activities and help children feel more confident managing their pain.

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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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Toxic Stress: How the Body's Response Can Harm a Child's Development

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Toxic stress that children suffer not only shapes their emotional lives as adults, but also affects their physical health and longevity. Read More

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Ticks and Illness: Lyme Disease and Powassan Virus

May 29, 2025

Tick-bite prevention is key. Although anyone can get tick-borne illnesses, people who spend a lot of time outdoors in certain regions are at particular risk. Read More

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Growing Pains: How to Help

Apr 23, 2025

Here are some common questions about growing pains, how to help your child through them, and when it may be time to see your pediatrician. Read More

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What Is Autism?

Apr 18, 2025

Autism Spectrum Disorder, or more commonly referred to as Autism, is a neurological disability that causes problems with social communication and restricted interests or patterns of behavior. Read More

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What Is the Right Way To Stop a Nosebleed?

Apr 03, 2025

At some point during childhood, almost every kid will have a nosebleed. Here are some tips about caring for nosebleeds – and when it’s time to get your pediatrician involved. Read More

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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Recovery Tips

Mar 24, 2025

Here are some things to look out for and steps to take to help your child recover from adenoid and tonsil surgery at Nationwide Children's Hospital. Read More

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HIV: What You Need To Know

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It’s so important to be tested and know if you have HIV, because knowing you have the infection is power. If you know you have HIV, you can receive treatment to stay healthy and you can prevent transmission of the infection to others. Read More

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Can Kids Get Kidney Stones?

Feb 10, 2025

Stones in the urinary tract form in the kidneys when small particles, which are usually dissolved in the urine, become oversaturated and begin to form small crystals. Read More