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.

Melanoma: Diagnosis

If your healthcare provider thinks you might have melanoma, you will likely need certain exams and tests to be sure.

Melon Snowmen Kebabs

It's cute! It's fruit! This treat is a snowman you can eat!

Men and Mental Health

Mental illness can cause different symptoms in men than in women. So some disorders in men may be harder to recognize. Here's what you need to know.

Ménière Disease

Ménière disease is a balance disorder. It causes a severe spinning sensation (vertigo), hearing issues, loss of balance, and headaches.

Menstrual Cycle: An Overview

A woman is generally most fertile (able to become pregnant) a few days before, during, and after ovulation.

Mental Health: Finding the Help You Need

When your life seems to be spinning out of control, it's OK to seek professional mental health help.

Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a condition that includes the presence of a cluster of risk factors specific for cardiovascular disease. Metabolic syndrome greatly raises the risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, stroke, or all three.

Metabolic Syndrome and Prediabetes

Metabolic syndrome is marked by higher levels of sugar (glucose) in the blood. That's also a sign of prediabetes.

Metabolic Syndrome and Soft Drinks

Information on the link between soft drinks and metabolic syndrome.

Metabolic Syndrome Worksheet

Use this worksheet to help manage your condition. Record your test dates and results, and list your goals for your next visit with your healthcare provider.

Metabolic Syndrome: Lowering Your Heart Disease Risk

Learn some tips for keeping your heart healthy, from controlling your blood pressure to keeping your cholesterol in check.

Metabolic Syndrome: Managing Salt

A key way to reduce the effects of metabolic syndrome is to lower high blood pressure. Reducing the amount of salt (sodium) in your diet is a great start.