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.

The Digestive System: An Overview

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

The Facts About Recreational Marijuana

Knowing about marijuana can help you tell if your child or someone else is using it, and help them to get treatment.

The Facts on Chlamydia

Chlamydia is the most frequently reported infectious disease in the U.S. Anyone who has sex is at risk for chlamydia.

The First Trimester

A healthy first trimester is crucial to the normal development of your baby. You may not be showing much on the outside, but inside, all the major body organs and systems of the fetus are forming.

The Keys to a Successful Marriage

A marriage is based on love and respect. You, your spouse, and your relationship may grow and change with time, but these ideas can help your marriage stay successful over the years.

The Lowdown on Low Blood Pressure

Doctors often consider chronically low blood pressure too low only if it drops suddenly or causes noticeable symptoms.

The Lungs in Pregnancy

Detailed anatomical information on the respiratory system in pregnancy.

The Menace of Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine (meth) is a highly addictive drug. It is related to the legal stimulant amphetamine, but has stronger effects.

The Menstrual Cycle: An Overview

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

The Metabolic Syndrome: At Risk for Depression

A look at the link between metabolic syndrome and depression--and how to get help.

The Orthopedic Treatment Team

Members of your treatment team may include an orthopedic surgeon, a rheumatologist, and a physical therapist. Read on for details.

The Physical Power of Social Support

Certain behaviors may help safeguard you from illness and disease. These include exercising regularly and sleeping enough. Here may be another--staying socially connected. It may well do your body good.