Family Resources: Health Library

Nationwide Children’s Hospital is a leading pediatric care facility. Please use our A-Z listing below to find information about the disease, condition, procedure or test you need.

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Curbing Mental Health Costs

Mental health care can be expensive even for people with health insurance. Here are ideas on ways to save.

Curlicue Carrots

Eating healthy veggies—like crunchy carrots—can be fun! Make long carrot curls, stick them with a toothpick, and dip them in some dressing.

Dark Chocolate Chip Oat Bars

You don't have to tell anyone these are homemade, healthy granola bars. Just let your guests enjoy the chewiness of the oats and dense chocolate flavor from the highest-quality dark chocolate you can find.

Dark Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries

These extra sweet strawberries are quick and satisfying.

Dehydration

Dehydration means that you don’t have enough water in your body. Learn more about this condition, including causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment.

Delivery

During childbirth, delivery is the moment when the baby and the placenta leave your body. Delivery can be done either vaginally or by C-section.

Dementia and a Healthy Diet: Tips for Caregivers

People with dementia, like all of us, need a varied, balanced diet. But they may also need to make changes in what or how they eat. The goal is to help deal with specific eating challenges, such as trouble swallowing or lack of appetite.

Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB)

Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is a form of progressive dementia. It's caused by the decay or deterioration of the tissues in the brain.

Dental Implants

Detailed information on dental implants, including types and possible risks.

Dental Sealants

Read on for detailed information on dental sealants, and why they are so effective.

Depression

Depression is a whole-body illness. It involves the body, mood, and thoughts. It is not a sign of weakness or a condition that can be willed or wished away. When you have depression, you can't "pull yourself together" and get better. Treatment is often needed and can be crucial to recovery.

Depression and Suicide

Most people who die by suicide have a mental disorder, most commonly a depressive disorder or a substance abuse disorder.