Nationwide Children's News Releases
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Mar 02, 2009
New Study Shows Long-Term Dangers of Severe Concussions
It’s well known that mild traumatic brain injuries and concussions are a common occurrence in children and adolescents, especially young athletes.
Mar 02, 2009
New National Study Emphasizes Need for Tree House Safety Standards
Although building and playing in tree houses is widely considered a rite of passage for children, it can unfortunately lead to serious injury. A recent study conducted by the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that an
Feb 24, 2009
Tale As Old as Time, Disneys Beauty and the Beast Show Comes to Columbus March 6-8
Its one of Disneys most beloved movies and now its coming to a stage near you. Pleasure Guild of Nationwide Childrens Hospital will present its production of Disneys Beauty and the Beast March 6, 7, and 8 at the Palace Theatre in Columbus.
Feb 05, 2009
Bears for Childrens Program Supports the Memorial Tournament Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
CHAMP, the fourth generation Golden Bear from the Memorial Tournaments Bears for Childrens program, presented by Time Warner Cable, is available for $10 per bear.
Feb 02, 2009
Transition Program Aims to Provide Life-Long Cardiac Care for Adolescents with Congenital Heart Disease
Congenital heart disease (CHD) – being born with a heart defect – is the most common birth defect in the United States affecting one out of every 120 babies. Because of major advances in medical and surgical care, more than 90 percent of these patients are living into adulthood.
Jan 29, 2009
SPAGIOs A Celebration of Wine, Food and Dining with the Stars Slated for February 23
SPAGIO and Spagio Cellars announces its 12th Annual A Celebration of Wine, Food and Dining with the Stars to benefit the Hospice and Palliative Care Program at Nationwide Childrens Hospital through Pleasure Guild, a volunteer organization of the hospital.
Jan 26, 2009
Shoulder Injuries in U.S. High School Athletes Occur More Often in Boys
Although shoulder injuries accounted for just 8 percent of all injuries sustained by high school athletes, shoulder injuries were relatively common in predominately male sports such as baseball (18 percent of all injuries), wrestling (18 percent) and football (12 percent).
Jan 16, 2009
Opus Awards $45,000 Grant to Nationwide Childrens Hospital Foundation
The Opus Foundation recently awarded a $45,000 grant to Nationwide Childrens Hospital Foundation to provide support for the hospitals Reach Out and Read program.
Jan 05, 2009
Rock N Bowl Slated for January 24
Dust off those bowling shoes for Rock N Bowl 2009 Saturday, January 24 at the Columbus Square Bowling Palace, 5707 Forest Hills Blvd (43231). The event, organized by the Development Board of Nationwide Childrens Hospital and presented by the Columbus Bar Foundation, supports child abuse treatment
Dec 29, 2008
Five Tips to Help Families Eat Right on a Budget in 2009
With a new year often comes a new resolution to eat better and make healthier choices. But as the economy continues to struggle, many parents are left wondering how to provide healthy food options while shopping on a budget.