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.

Facts About Diabetes

When you have diabetes, your body doesn't make enough insulin. Or it can't use the insulin that it makes. Read on to learn more about this condition.

Family Fun on a Budget

There are many fun, low-cost activities to help families make memories and enjoy each other's company on a budget.

Female Teen Athletes: At Risk for Injury?

Teen girls who are athletes face unique obstacles when it comes to their bodies and how well they perform.

Fever

A fever is a body temperature that is higher than normal. It usually means there is an abnormal process occurring in the body.

Fever Quiz

What do you know about fever? Find out what causes fever and how it's treated.

Fibrocystic Breast Changes

Fibrocystic breast changes are symptoms you may feel in your breasts right before your period. Learn what these common symptoms feel like, what causes them--and how to care for your breasts with breast self-awareness.

Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain in muscles and soft tissues all over the body. It is an ongoing (chronic) condition. It can affect your neck, shoulders, back, chest, hips, buttocks, arms and legs.

Fill Your Grocery Cart with Savings

We're all pinching pennies these days - but that doesn't mean you have to skimp on healthy foods. Here's a strategy to help you choose ingredients that are good for both body and budget.

Finding Support for Emotional Issues

How do you know when your emotions are the everyday kind that are likely to get better with time? Or when it's time to get help? Read on to find out.

Finding Support When You're a Single Parent

If you're a single parent, you may feel overwhelmed by everything you have to do each day. Here are some ideas on finding support.

Finding the Right Rehab Program for Substance Abuse

Drug addiction and alcohol addiction are chronic diseases that can be treated as successfully as many other chronic diseases, including high blood pressure, asthma, and diabetes.

Fire Safety

Detailed information on fire and burn safety.

Firearms Safety

Detailed information on firearm safety and prevention.

First Trimester

A healthy first trimester is crucial to the normal development of your baby. You may not be showing much on the outside, but inside, all the major body organs and systems of the fetus are forming.

First-Aid Kit

Detailed list of recommended items for a household first-aid kit

Fish in Parchment with Lemon and Dill

Cooking fish in a parchment packet is a foolproof method—it allows the fish to steam perfectly while sealing in the flavor of whatever you’ve added. Another bonus: easy cleanup!

Five Fresh Forms of Indoor Fitness

Cold weather doesn't have to put a chill on your fitness routine, even if the treadmill or stair-stepper seems boring compared with jogging or riding your bike outside.

Five Great Lunches for Kids

If you’re low on lunch-box ideas, sink your teeth into these.

Fixing a Bad Credit Rating

Getting a bad credit rating may feel discouraging, but here's the good news: You can change it.

Fluency Disorder

A person with fluency disorder has trouble speaking in a fluid or flowing way. They may repeat parts of words (stutter) or speak fast and jam words together (clutter).

Food Allergy

A food allergy is when your body has a bad immune reaction to a certain food. This is different than a food intolerance, which does not affect the immune system. Read on to learn more.

Food and Emotion: Why Some People Eat Too Much

America has a weight problem. More than half of us are classified as overweight, say officials at the CDC. And the trend shows no signs of slowing down.

Food Poisoning

Food poisoning (foodborne illness) is caused by bacteria or viruses found in food. Food poisoning symptoms often look like stomach flu (gastroenteritis). Many people with a mild case think they have stomach flu or a virus.

Footprint Sailboat

With some paint, construction paper, and a few other supplies, you can make a sailboat using your own foot!

For Adults: Take Care with Antidepressants

Learn all about antidepressants, including how they work, tips for taking them, and possible side effects.

For Adults: To Nap or Not to Nap?

Like many people, you may struggle for a good night's sleep. A daytime nap may seem like a good way to recoup some of that lost slumber. But you may be dozing at your own risk.

For Men: Healthcare Providers Are Good for Your Health

Men are missing the chance to find and treat health problems in their early stages, when many conditions are more treatable and less threatening to overall health.

For Older Adults- You Can Beat the Heat

After age 65, your body can't adjust to changes in air temperature--especially heat--as quickly as it did when you were younger. That puts you at risk for heat-related illnesses.

For Parents: Bicycle, In-Line Skating, Skateboard, and Scooter Safety

Detailed information on bicycle, inline skating, skateboarding, and scooter safety

For Seniors: Don’t Brush Off Dental Care

Older adults may have dental concerns that can't be fully taken care of with just brushing and flossing. Here's what you should know.

For Seniors: Don't Take Your Eyes for Granted

The number of older people losing their vision is growing, yet experts say much of this vision loss could be prevented.

For Women: Take This Risk to Heart

Women often perceive heart disease as an older person's disease that need not concern them until menopause.

French Toast Sandwiches

Make the sandwiches first, then dip them in the egg-milk mixture and cook on a griddle until golden.

Fresh Lemon Broccoli Pesto-Style Sauce

Put all ingredients in blender and blend for about 20 seconds. If mixture is too thick, add a little more vegetable broth. Serve hot or cold.

Fresh Orange Compote with Granola

Serve as dessert, for breakfast topped with low-fat yogurt, or drained over lettuce as a salad.

Fruit Pizza

It's pizza. It's sweet. It's healthy. What's not to love about this treat?

Fruited Buckwheat Pancakes

Add chopped peaches after you have poured the pancakes on the griddle.

Fruity Freeze

How to make a fruity, cool summer treat.

Fruity Nutty Spinach

A salad that provides a host of health benefits.

Fruity Wild Rice Stovetop Stuffing

Perk up an old holiday favorite with the brightness of fruit and two kinds of healthy rice.