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Posted by: Tracey L. Sisk, RN, BSN, MHA , Kathryn J. Junge, RN, BSN on May 28, 2026

The teen years are full of transitions—and for teens with chronic medical conditions, learning to manage their own health care is an important part of becoming independent. Learn what transition education includes, why it matters, and how families can help teens prepare for lifelong adult medical care.

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Homemade Baby Food: The Danger of Botulism
Botulism is a disease caused by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. This bacteria produces a substance called botulinum toxin, which works at the cellular level, causing muscle paralysis.
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Noisy Breathing in Kids
Is your child a noisy breather? Find out why – and what to do about it.

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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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Why We Talk about Poop for a Peeing Problem

Feb 20, 2026

Is your child urgently running to the bathroom and having urinary accidents? Is your child experiencing urinary tract infections (UTIs) or pain with urination? Urinary problems and UTIs occur in many children and can affect family, social and school life. Read More

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Myths About Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Feb 03, 2026

If you were born with a heart defect, turning 18 doesn’t mean your heart care is over. Congenital heart disease is a lifelong condition—and you need a cardiologist trained to care for adults with CHD. Learn the facts behind common myths and how Nationwide Children’s ACHD experts, in partnership with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, help teens and adults live fuller, healthier lives. Read More

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Ketogenic Diet: An Ancient Treatment in Modern Times

Jan 28, 2026

For some kids with epilepsy, seizure medications don’t provide full control—so doctors may turn to specialized medical diets like the ketogenic diet. Learn how this high-fat, low-carbohydrate approach works, which foods are included and avoided, possible side effects, and why it should only be started under the guidance of an expert epilepsy care team. Read More

Facts About Ebola

Jan 13, 2026

Here at Nationwide Children’s, you will be seeing signs asking families to notify the receptionist immediately if within the past 21 days you have traveled to Guinea, Liberia or Sierra Leone or if you have had contact with someone suspected to have Ebola AND have any of the symptoms. Read More

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

Helping Cancer Patients with Viral, Cellular and Gene Therapy

Jan 12, 2026

From common cold to cancer treatment: discover the promising research behind viral therapy and its potential to improve outcomes. Read More

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Why I Vaccinate: A Nurse's Perspective

Jan 07, 2026

It is my sincere hope, as both a mother and a nurse that no child ever suffers or dies from a preventable disease. That is why I choose vaccination. Read More

Celiac Disease, Gluten Intolerance and Gluten Allergy: What’s the Difference?

Dec 29, 2025

First published October 2013 Updated December 2025 Many people hear the word “gluten” and think it can cause stomach problems or that it is unhealthy. While most can tolerate gluten without any issue, there are many in whom it does cause problems. Read More