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Posted by: Sarah VerLee, PhD on Jun 02, 2025

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

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Ticks and Illness: Lyme Disease and Powassan Virus

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.

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How To Prevent Ear Infections While Swimming

Splashing in the pool is a summer favorite, but for kids with ear issues, it can also mean painful infections. Learn how to prevent swimmer’s ear, when to use earplugs, and what type is best for your child. Keep summer fun and safe for your little ones.

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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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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 to Do If Your Child Complains of Heartburn

Apr 16, 2025

Did you know that one of the top reasons children complain about chest pain is because they actually have heartburn? Heartburn often creates an uncomfortable burning feeling behind the breastbone. 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

Mar 21, 2025

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

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Norovirus: What You Need to Know

Jan 10, 2025

Norovirus is a very contagious virus. You can get Norovirus from an infected person, contaminated food or water, or by touching contaminated surfaces. The virus causes the stomach or intestines (or both) to get inflamed. This leads to stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea and vomiting. Read More