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.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a disease that causes weak, thinning bones. This leaves the bones at greater risk of breaking. The bones most often affected are the hips, spine, and wrists.

Osteoporosis in Women with Cancer

If you have osteoporosis, your bones become porous and weak. As they lose strength, they are more likely to break. People with osteoporosis are particularly at risk for breaking these bones.

Osteoporosis: Evaluate Your Risk

Many people are unaware they have osteoporosis until they have advanced symptoms, which may include a broken hip or wrist, low back pain, or a hunched back.

OTC Meds and Work: Not Always a Great Combination

You may not realize that common over-the-counter medicines can cause side effects that can jeopardize your health and your ability to perform everyday activities.

Ovarian Cancer: Symptoms

Ovarian cancer often doesn't cause any symptoms until after it has spread outside the ovary. Learn what symptoms it can cause.

Overcoming Gender Identity Harassment

Gay and lesbian teens are often targets of bullying, harassment, and aggression. Anti-gay bullying can range from verbal abuse, such as name-calling, to life-threatening physical assault. Here's what you need to know.

Overcoming Your Midafternoon Energy Slump

Many people experience late-in-the-day energy lags, but you can take steps to prevent them.

Over-The-Counter Medicines for Infants and Children

Read on for helpful tips, information, and safety steps on giving OTC medicines to babies and children.

Overview of Diabetes Complications

Heart disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease are some of the complications of diabetes. Learn more about the complications of diabetes and how to help prevent them.

Overview of Kidney Disorders

Detailed information on kidney conditions, including kidney function, nephrology, kidney problem causes, kidney disease symptoms, and a labeled, full-color anatomical illustration

Overview of Multiple Pregnancy

Multiple pregnancy is a pregnancy with 2 or more babies. Read on to learn about different types of multiple pregnancies and why they occur.

Overview of Obesity

Obesity is a serious, chronic disease that can inflict substantial harm to a person’s health. Learn about obesity causes and obesity health effects.