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Dec 07, 2011
Nationwide Childrens Hospital Reminds Parents to Stay Alert During Holidays
The holidays are an exciting and busy time of year as parents race to finish the shopping, decorating and baking. As the number of days left in the calendar year winds down, be sure to allow plenty of time in that hectic schedule for playing with your child and sharing holiday traditions as a
Dec 07, 2011
Nationwide Childrens Hospital Proves to be an Innovator in Web Excellence
In 2011, Nationwide Children’s Hospital was awarded several web awards in a variety of categories including overall website, blogs and social media channels. The website, www.NationwideChildrens.org, was redesigned in 2011 to reflect a new look and enhanced social media integration.
Dec 07, 2011
Nationwide Children's Hospital Selected a 2011 Leapfrog Top Children's Hospital
The Leapfrog Group’s annual class of top hospitals – 65 from a field of nearly 1200 – was announced yesterday in Washington, D.C., and included Nationwide Children’s Hospital on the list of only ten children’s hospitals.
Dec 05, 2011
Tobias Elected Chairperson-Elect of AAP Section on Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine has elected Joseph D. Tobias, MD, FAAP, Chief of the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, to the position of Chairperson-Elect. Dr.
Dec 05, 2011
Nationwide Childrens Hospital Unveils First Mobile Application
According to a recent Pew Internet & American Life Project survey, more than 80 percent of American adults own a cell phone, and about half of these users have used their cell phone at least once to get information they needed right away.
Dec 01, 2011
Dr. Gary Smith Receives CPSC Chairmans Circle of Commendation Award
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Chairman Inez Tenenbaum has awarded the first Chairman’s Circle of Commendation Awards to five individuals and groups for their exceptional contributions to consumer product safety.
Dec 01, 2011
Ohio Healthy Weight Outcomes Coalition Part of Elite Group Participating in National Program
With obesity levels in the United States at all-time highs, healthcare leaders are working together to address local concerns through “Collaborate for Healthy Weight,” a nationwide initiative led by the National Initiative for Children’s Healthcare Quality (NICHQ) and the Health
Nov 30, 2011
Study details the effects of computerized neurocognitive testing for high school athletes with concussions
Only 40% of United States (US) high schools use computerized neurocognitive tests when assessing sport-related concussions, according to researchers at Children’s Hospital Boston. This is unfortunate, as these neurocognitive assessments are capable of detecting incomplete recovery.
Nov 30, 2011
The Diabetes Center at Nationwide Childrens Hospital Recognized by American Diabetes Association
The Diabetes Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital was awarded the prestigious American Diabetes Association Education Recognition Certificate by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for meeting National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education.
Nov 30, 2011
Ticket Sales Kick off for Seussical the Musical
Ticket sales began today for “Seussical,” presented by Pleasure Guild (PG) of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, with performances scheduled for March 2, 3 and 4, 2012, at the Palace Theatre in Columbus.