Nationwide Children's Family Health & Safety
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Mar 18, 2008
Healthy Lifestyles Weight Management Program Offered for Parents and Children
Nationwide Childrens Hospital and the YMCA of Central Ohio are offering a four-week educational program, Healthy Lifestyles Weight Management. This clinical program, which begins April 1, is designed for children ages 8-12 who struggle with their weight, and for parents who are concerned about
Mar 18, 2008
Nationwide Childrens Hospital Offers Kenpo Personal Defense Program
Nationwide Childrens Hospital is offering a self-defense program Kenpo Personal Defense for children age 12-years or older. This interactive program teaches the basics of personal protection.
Mar 03, 2008
Program Assists Brothers and Sisters of Kids with Autism
Home to one of the largest intensive intervention and diagnostic centers for autism, Nationwide Childrens Hospital has long been recognized as a leader in autism intervention efforts.
Feb 01, 2008
Online Nutrition Calculator Takes Guesswork out of Choosing Healthy Snacks
In an effort to help curb the growing childhood obesity epidemic, Nationwide Childrens Hospital is launching a new online tool aimed at helping parents and kids make healthy snack choices.Nearly 34 percent of kids 2-19 years of age are overweight or obese, and it is estimated that approximately 30
Jan 03, 2008
Sibling Support Program Cares for Brothers and Sisters of Cancer Patients
The physical and emotional strains placed on the family of a childhood cancer patient can be extremely difficult, especially for siblings. That's why one of the nations largest pediatric cancer centers, located at Nationwide Children's Hospital, created the Sibling Support Program.
Dec 17, 2007
Holiday Hazards
The holidays are an exciting and busy time of year as parents race to finish shopping, decorating and baking. As the number of days left in the year winds down, be sure to allow plenty of time in the hectic schedule for playtime with your child and sharing holiday traditions as a family.
Dec 04, 2007
Sugary Diets Blamed for Increase in Tooth Decay among Toddlers
With the holidays upon us and sugary snacks, candies and beverages around every corner, dentists at Nationwide Childrens Hospital, one of the countrys largest hospital-based pediatric dental clinics, are warning parents that high-sugar diets are likely to blame for a spike in cavities among young
Oct 29, 2007
Childhood Apraxia of Speech Cases on the Rise
Speech pathologists at Nationwide Childrens Hospital report an increasing number of patients diagnosed with childhood apraxia of speech, a motor speech disorder in which children have difficulty saying basic sounds and words.
Oct 17, 2007
Nationwide Childrens Hospital Offers Halloween Safety Tips
On a night known for its mischief, parents do not have to live in fear. To help ensure little witches and warlocks enjoy a safe Halloween, Nationwide Childrens Hospital offers a few quick safety tips.SAFETY MEASURES Be sure your childs costume is large enough to be worn over warm clothes but isnt
Aug 20, 2007
Central Ohio Poison Center Offers Lead Poisoning Information
In light of the recent national recalls of products containing lead, the Central Ohio Poison Center at Columbus Childrens Hospital offers advice to parents related to the need for testing of lead levels in children.Any child who has eaten or repeatedly sucked on a lead-contaminated object needs a