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.

Garlic Kale and Poached Eggs

Eggs and veggies mix to create a hearty, healthy breakfast.

General Nutrition Guidelines During Cancer Treatment

You may have trouble eating or lose your appetite during cancer treatment. Read some tips that may help, including eating small, frequent meals throughout the day.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

If you tend to worry a lot, even when there’s no reason, you may have generalized anxiety disorder or GAD. Medicine and lifestyle changes can help.

Genetics and Immune Disorders

Severe immune disorders may be obvious right after birth. Other immune disorders may cause only mild symptoms and may not be noticed until later in childhood or early adulthood.

Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that happens during pregnancy. The symptoms of gestational diabetes usually go away after delivery. But sometimes they do not, or you may develop type 2 diabetes later.

Get Ready for Spring!

For many allergy sufferers, spring is one of the most challenging times of the year. Here are some tips to help you.

Get to the Heart of Oral Health

Evidence is mounting that people with gum (periodontal) disease may be more at risk for heart disease and stroke.

Getting the Most for Your Health Club Dollar

Joining a fitness facility is costly--from a few hundred dollars to more than $1,000 per year. To make sure your money is well spent, manage your membership the same way you would any other significant investment--by keeping your eye on your goals.

Getting the Most from a Mental Health Support Group

If you’re interested in joining an online support group, read on to learn more about finding one that's right for you.

Glasses Can Help Even Young Children

Healthcare providers who specialize in children's eye care say children usually become nearsighted or farsighted between ages 6 and 12. But even infants can wear glasses if they need help to see well.

Glomerular Filtration Rate

This test looks for changes in how well your kidneys are working. This is especially important if you have diabetes or high blood pressure.

Glomerulonephritis

When the kidneys' filters (glomeruli) become inflamed and scarred it is called glomerulonephritis. The kidneys slowly lose their ability to remove wastes and excess fluid from the blood to make urine.