Nationwide Children's News Releases

May 06, 2010

Pediatric Radiation Oncologist Joins James Cancer Hospital

Dr. Christopher Pelloski (43221) has been recruited to The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute as the first director of pediatric radiation oncology.

May 06, 2010

The B-52s to play the Memorial Tournaments annual concert benefiting Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Officials of the Memorial Tournament presented by Morgan Stanley announced today the details of its 2010 benefit concert. IGS Energy Evening with the B-52s presented by The City of Dublin will benefit the Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Nationwide Children’s

May 05, 2010

The 3rd Annual Megans Miles Run/Walk to be Held May 30

The 3rd Annual Megan’s Miles Run/Walk, benefitting Muscular Dystrophy research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will be held on Sunday, May 30 at noon at Central Crossing High School.

May 03, 2010

Circle of Friends 8th Annual Run for the Rainbow June 18

Circle of Friends, a volunteer organization supporting Nationwide Children’s Hospital, will host its 8th Annual Run for the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run Friday, June 18 at New Albany Market Square, 180 Market St., New Albany, Ohio.

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

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 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 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.