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.

Understanding Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis can start as early as childhood and can lead to many health conditions, including heart disease and stroke.

Understanding Bone Spurs

Scientists believe bone spurs happen because of osteoarthritis or when the body tries to heal itself after a trauma by replacing bone.

Understanding Cancer Tests

Healthcare providers use tests like mammography, MRI) and CT scans to help them screen for, diagnose, treat, and keep track of cancer. Read on to learn more about them.

Understanding Cocaine and Crack

Cocaine use ranges from once in a while to nonstop. There is no safe way to use the drug.

Understanding Compulsive Overeating

The disorder may develop when others make repeated negative comments about a person's weight.

Understanding Credit

Many factors affect your credit score. It is important to understand your credit score and how you can improve it.

Understanding Diabetic Kidney Disease

Too often, diabetes leads to kidney disease. But it doesn't have to. When kidney problems are caught early, you can take steps to prevent more serious kidney disease.

Understanding Eating Disorders

At least 8 million people in the U.S. are living with an eating disorder. Read on for a helpful overview of the three main types of eating disorders.

Understanding Long-Term Care for Older Adults

When older adults need others to help them with medical, physical, or emotional needs over an extended period of time, they need long-term care.

Understanding Opioid Medicines for Pain Management

Opioids are medicines that can help ease pain. They can be used to treat both acute and chronic pain that ranges from moderate to severe.

Understanding Repeated Pregnancy Loss

In the past, a woman who miscarried several times might never know why it happened. Today, more and more women are finding out the causes of their recurrent miscarriages.

Understanding Risks of A Multiple Pregnancy

Having more than one baby is especially exciting—and complicated. Find out what to watch for, including a greater chance of anemia and preterm birth.