Nationwide Children's Family Health & Safety
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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
Apr 24, 2007
Dramatic Increase in Number of Injuries and Deaths Caused by ATVs
Nationally, the number of All-TerrainVehicle (ATV)-related emergency department visits has more than doubled in recent years, from 52,800 in 1997 to 136,100 in 2004. In Ohio there are now more than 10,000 hospital visits each year for ATV-related injuries.
Mar 05, 2007
New Program Introduces Local EMTs to Seriously Ill Patients in Their Communities
With increasing medical advancements in treatment and technology, patients battling life-threatening conditions are living longer and heading home sooner than ever before.
Apr 04, 2005
New One-Stop Concept Helps Child Abuse Victims
The Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Columbus Childrens Hospital provides children who are sexual abuse victims with a special program to prepare them to testify in court.