Nationwide Children's News Releases
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Apr 30, 2010
Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury Book Published
Pediatric traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a major public health concern and a new book focuses on evaluating what is currently known about childhood TBI and the challenges faced by researchers and clinicians in this arena.
Apr 29, 2010
Nationwide Childrens Hospital Sees Rise in Children with Pseudotumor Cerebri; Opens Clinic to Treat These Unique Patients
While most headaches in children can be treated with over-the-counter pain medications or lifestyle changes, it is important to pay attention to their symptoms in case they herald something more serious.
Apr 27, 2010
Volunteer Opportunities Available for the 2010 Memorial Tournament Benefitting Nationwide Childrens Hospital
The 2010 Memorial Tournament is not only a great opportunity to watch the world’s greatest golfers in action, but also a great chance to help give back to the central Ohio community. Every year, with the help of volunteers, this tournament is made possible, and this year is no different.
Apr 23, 2010
Sisters Release New Childrens Book Exploring the Importance of Self-Esteem and the Meaning of Beauty and Friendship
For more information about this book, the authors or a press kit, please contact: Wurapa Publishing PO Box 307313 Gahanna, OH 43230 Attn: Karin Small Wurapa, MD, MPH Telephone: 614.560.9128 Email: publisher@mimithemermaid.com Mimi the Mermaid and the Pearl Necklace is a book born out of the
Apr 23, 2010
MEDIA ADVISORY: DNA -- The Key Molecule of Life: Hands-On Workshop for the Public
WHAT: DNA -- The Key Molecule of Life: ‘Hands-On’ Workshop for the Public WHEN: Saturday, April 24, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. WHERE: Columbus Metropolitan Library 1st Floor Homework Help Center 96 S. Grant Ave.
Apr 22, 2010
Velvet Ice Cream Launches New Flavor to benefit Nationwide Children's Hospital
The Velvet Ice Cream Company has established a fund to benefit Nationwide Children's Hospital through the sale of its newest flavor - Birthday Cake Ice Cream. A portion of all sales of the flavor will be donated to the hospital.
Apr 22, 2010
MEDIA ADVISORY: Patient Makennah's 3rd Birthday Party Thursday at Nationwide Children's Hospital
WHAT: Nationwide Children’s Hospital Celebrates Partnership with Velvet Ice Cream Company with Staff Sampling and Patient Makennah’s 3rd Birthday Party WHEN: Thursday, April 22, 2010 11 a.m.
Apr 21, 2010
Come Out & Walk, Garden & Play! May 8 at Franklin Park Conservatory
Children ages 8-18 spend an average of more than seven hours a day, outside of school, watching television, playing video games and using the computer. In a typical week, only 6 percent of children ages 9-13 actually play outside on their own.
Apr 13, 2010
Strategy Confirmed to Help Doctors Determine When to Treat Retinopathy of Prematurity
Scientists have shown that through an eye exam, doctors can identify infants who are most likely to benefit from early treatment for a potentially blinding eye condition called retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), resulting in better vision for many children.
Apr 12, 2010
New Study Shows Adolescents Disclose Suicidal Thoughts Using Computerized Tablet
Suicide is a leading cause of death among adolescents ages 10 to 19 years old. Research shows that most pediatric primary care physicians do not routinely ask youths about suicidal thoughts.