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.

Browse Topics A-Z

Anatomy of the Prostate Gland

Details about the size, location, and function of the prostate gland, including a diagram.

Anatomy of the Skin

The skin is the body's largest organ. It serves as a protective shield against heat, light, injury, and infection.

Anatomy: Fetus in Utero

Definitions of terms related to the anatomy of a fetus in utero.

Anemia and Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy can damage your body’s ability to make red blood cells, so body tissues don't get enough oxygen. This is a condition called anemia. People who have anemia may feel very weak or tired, dizzy, faint, or short of breath, or may feel that their hearts are beating very fast.

Anemia Overview

Anemia is a common blood disorder. It occurs when you have fewer red blood cells than normal, or not enough hemoglobin in your blood. Here's what you need to know about this condition.

Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa (or simply anorexia) is an eating disorder that causes people to obsess about their weight and food. People who suffer with this behavior problem have a distorted body image. They see themselves as overweight even when their weight is dangerously low.

Answers to Questions About Your Child's Mental Health

Children's mental health is as important as their physical health. Read on for helpful answers to common questions that can help you protect your child's mental health.

Answers to Your Questions About Arthritis and Exercise

People with arthritis can improve their health and fitness through exercise without damaging their joints.

Antibiotics

Detailed information on the use of antibiotics and children

Appendectomy for Children

An appendectomy is surgery to remove a child’s appendix. An appendectomy may be done as an open surgery or as laparoscopic surgery. Read on to learn what to expect before, during, and after the surgery.

Apple Oatmeal Cookies

Full of oats, flaxseed, and cottage cheese, these cookies are as healthy as they are delicious.

Apricot-Orange Bread

This bread is low in all the right places— saturated fat, cholesterol, and sodium—without losing any taste and texture.