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.

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 doctor.

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.

Middle Ear Infection (Otitis Media) in Adults

A middle ear infection occurs behind the eardrum and is most often caused by a virus or bacteria. Learn more about this condition.

Migraine News: How’s the Weather?

More than half of migraine sufferers are affected by weather.

Migraine: It's Time to Contact Your Doctor

If your migraine pattern changes or your headaches suddenly feel different, it could be a sign of a more serious medical condition.

Migraines and Auras

About 1 out of 3 migraine sufferers also have auras. Read on to understand more about this link.

Migraines: A Monthly Misery?

Women who have migraines around the start of their period may be able to prevent them.