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.

Nonsurgical Treatment Options for Heart Attack

Not everyone who has had a heart attack needs open-heart surgery, such as a bypass operation. Read on to learn about other treatment options.

Normal Breast Development and Changes

Breast development happens in certain stages during a woman's life: first before birth, and again at puberty and later during the childbearing years. Changes also happen to the breasts during menstruation and when a woman reaches menopause.

Nutrition During Pregnancy

Not only is eating nutritious food good for you and your baby, it also can ease some of the discomforts of pregnancy. A balanced diet can help minimize symptoms, such as nausea and constipation.

Nutrition Facts Labels and Diabetes

If you have diabetes, eating the right foods is your foundation for staying healthy. Reading the Nutrition Facts labels on foods is an important part of this mission.

Nutrition to Reduce Cancer Risk

Learn more about nutrition and its role in preventing cancer.

Oatmeal Applesauce Bread

If you’re in a baking mood, this oatmeal applesauce bread is sure to hit the spot! Bonus: You probably already have most of the ingredients in your pantry.

Oatmeal Cookies

Try this tasty oatmeal treat.

Oatmeal Cookies

Enjoy this family favorite.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

The symptoms of OCD vary widely from person to person. Without treatment, OCD can last for a lifetime.

Occupational Lung Diseases

Work-related lung diseases are lung problems that are made worse in certain work environments. They are caused by long-term exposure to certain irritants that are breathed into the lungs. These lung diseases may have lasting effects, even after the exposure ends. Read on for more details.

Old Makeup Can Cause Serious Eye Infections

Most cosmetics have long shelf lives. But since they can be contaminated with bacteria after only 1 use, it is a good idea to keep track of how long you have been using products, such as mascara and eyeliners.

Older Adults: Preventing Falls

Every year, millions of adults fall, leading to injuries and emergency room visits. Many of these falls and injuries can be prevented.