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.

Diabetes and High Blood Pressure

If you have diabetes, you are twice as likely to have high blood pressure. Left untreated, high blood pressure can raise your risk for heart disease and other serious health problems.

Diabetes and Sensitive Topics

Diabetes affects every part of your life, and it can create problems that aren't easy to talk about with your healthcare provider.

Diabetes- Hot Weather Safety

These no-sweat tips can help you prevent diabetes-related problems caused by summer temperatures.

Diabetes- Measuring Glucose at Home

Learn how to test your blood sugar (glucose) levels at home, keep track of your readings, and watch for high or low blood sugar levels.

Diabetes Quiz

More than 18 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes and more than 5 million more have diabetes but don't realize it, according to the CDC. Yet diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States.

Diabetic Nephropathy (Kidney Disease)

Diabetic kidney disease is kidney disease that is caused by diabetes. Here's what you need to know about this condition.

Diabetic Skin Troubles

About 30 out of 100 people with diabetes get a skin problem sooner or later. Fortunately, most problems can be prevented or easily treated. Read on to learn more.

Diagnosing Noncancerous (Benign) Breast Conditions

To diagnose a breast condition, your healthcare provider will examine your breasts and may order imaging tests or a biopsy.

Diet for Lactose Intolerance

Detailed information on lactose intolerance, including a list of foods that contain lactose.

Diet to Help Prevent Heart Disease

My Plate plan from the federal government is a guideline to help you eat a healthy diet.

Digestive System -- An Overview

Detailed information on how the digestive system works, including a full-color, labeled illustration of the digestive system.

Diphtheria

Detailed information on diphtheria, including symptoms, transmission, treatment, and prevention