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.

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Ovarian Cancer: Symptoms

Ovarian cancer often doesn't cause any symptoms until after it has spread outside the ovary. Learn what symptoms it can cause.

Overcoming Gender Identity Harassment

Gay and lesbian teens are often targets of bullying, harassment, and aggression. Anti-gay bullying can range from verbal abuse, such as name-calling, to life-threatening physical assault. Here's what you need to know.

Overcoming Your Midafternoon Energy Slump

Many people experience late-in-the-day energy lags, but you can take steps to prevent them.

Over-The-Counter Medicines for Infants and Children

Read on for helpful tips, information, and safety steps on giving OTC medicines to babies and children.

Overview of Diabetes Complications

Heart disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease are some of the complications of diabetes. Learn more about the complications of diabetes and how to help prevent them.

Overview of Kidney Disorders

Detailed information on kidney conditions, including kidney function, nephrology, kidney problem causes, kidney disease symptoms, and a labeled, full-color anatomical illustration

Overview of Multiple Pregnancy

Multiple pregnancy is a pregnancy with 2 or more babies. Read on to learn about different types of multiple pregnancies and why they occur.

Overview of Obesity

Obesity is a serious, chronic disease that can inflict substantial harm to a person’s health. Learn about obesity causes and obesity health effects.

Overview of Sleep Problems

There are many types of sleep problems. They can interfere with health and quality of life. Sleep problems can range from insomnia to snoring.

Overview of the Male Anatomy

The male reproductive anatomy includes the bladder, epididymis, penis, scrotum, and prostate gland.

Palliative Care: Bringing Comfort

Palliative care focuses on improving a patient's quality of life by improving the symptoms of his or her illness, such as pain, shortness of breath, and difficulty sleeping. It's used with a variety of ailments, including cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, kidney failure, or congestive heart failure.

Pap Tests for Older Women

Older women still need health checkups and screening tests, including regular gynecological exams.