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.

Black Bean Tortilla Casserole

A family-pleasing casserole with a taste of the Southwest.

Blender Bean Dip

Skip the prepackaged dip in favor of this one that's packed with protein and flavor.

Blood Donations and Blood Banking

Find detailed information on blood donations and blood banking.

Blood in the Urine

Blood in the urine means there are red blood cells (RBCs) in the urine. Often the urine looks normal to the naked eye. But when checked under a microscope, it contains a high number of RBCs. Here's what you need to know.

Blueberry Banana Smoothie

Smoothies make a great breakfast. With just three ingredients, this one couldn’t be faster to whip up.

BMD: Another Reason to Check for Ticks

The bite of a deer tick can pass on several diseases, including Lyme disease and Borrelia miyamotoi disease.

Boosting Your Mental Health

Good mental health is just as important as good physical health. But we all face changes in life that can challenge our emotional well being.

Breakfast Casserole

This hearty but healthy breakfast will get your day started right.

Breast Cancer: Diagnosis

It is important to remember that a lump or other changes in the breast, or an abnormal area on a mammogram, may be caused by cancer or by other, less serious problems.

Breast Cancer: Early Detection

You have a better chance of surviving breast cancer if your doctor finds and treats it early, while it's small and hasn't spread. The best way to find breast cancer early is to be screened regularly. Here's what you need to know.

Breast Cancer: Genetic Testing

If you are believed to be at risk for a hereditary cancer syndrome, genetic testing can be helpful. It can be used to look for the gene changes linked to these syndromes.

Breast Cancer: Grades and Stages

Once your healthcare provider knows you have breast cancer, the next step is to find out more about your cancer cells. This includes the stage of the cancer, the exact type you have, and other factors.