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.

Keeping Envy and Jealousy Under Control

When someone gets a raise or a special perk, can you say congratulations and mean it? Or do you seethe inside and think, "That really should have been mine?"

Keeping Party Drinking Under Control

The holidays can be enjoyed without drinking alcohol. But if you choose to drink, there are responsible ways to consume alcohol.

Kid-Friendly Meals

Spending time with your children is important, especially when you have the chance to teach them something new. When lunch and dinner roll around, why not have them help prepare some delicious and healthy meals?

Kidney Failure

Kidney failure happens when damage results in loss of normal kidney function. It may also be called end stage renal disease (ESRD).

Kids and Swimming Safety Quiz

When the weather warms up, you may start to think about taking your kids to the pool or beach. How's your swimming safety knowledge?

Kids' Headaches: The Diagnosis Is Difficult

Most headaches in kids are caused by tension, not disease. Your pediatrician can determine what kind of headache your child has.

Knee Pain and Problems

Common knee problems include sprains, strains, torn cartilage, and arthritis.

Knees Are Casualties of Women's Sports

Learn about strengthening exercises and other tips that can help prevent knee injuries.

Know About Niacin

Along with diet and exercise, treatment to lower cholesterol may include the B vitamin niacin combined with medicines, such as statins.

Kyphosis

A spine affected by kyphosis has a forward curvature of the back bones (vertebrae) in the upper back area, giving an abnormally rounded or humpback appearance.

Labor

Labor usually starts 2 weeks before or after the estimated date of delivery. No one knows exactly what sets off the onset of labor.

Labor and Delivery

Detailed information on labor and delivery