Nationwide Children's News Releases

Oct 16, 2008

Childrens Miracle Network Torch Relay Stops in Columbus Saturday

The Torch Relay for Childrens Miracle Network, Miles for Miracles, will make a stop in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, October 18 with all proceeds benefiting Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Race registration begins at 8 a.m. followed by kick-off slated for 9 a.m.

Oct 08, 2008

TWIG to Host 86th Annual Bazaar

In its 86th year, the TWIG Bazaar will once again offer unique, handcrafted items with all proceeds benefiting Nationwide Childrens Hospital. The Bazaar will be held 10 a.m. 3 p.m.

Oct 06, 2008

National Study Evaluates Playground Equipment-Related Injuries

Schools have opened their doors this fall and the sounds of children echo from surrounding playgrounds. While children’s activities on playgrounds can benefit their psychosocial and physical development as well as combat problems such as childhood obesity, these activities are not risk-free.

Sep 30, 2008

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Introduces Once Upon A Night

Nationwide Childrens Hospitals black tie gala, Once Upon A Night, will be held Saturday, November 1 at the Hilton at Easton. The event, presented by the Easton Community Foundation, will benefit the patients and families served by Nationwide Childrens Hospital.This gala event will begin with a

Sep 22, 2008

Nationwide Children's Hospital Breaks Ground for New Main Hospital

Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman joined Nationwide Children’s Hospital officials today at a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 12-floor main hospital building encompassing 720,000 square feet.

Aug 26, 2008

Slice of Columbus Serves Up Pizza for Benefit

Slice of Columbus, presented by Ezzo Italian Meat, is back for its 19th year as Columbus largest pizza event 5 - 10 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10 at the Lifestyle Communities Pavilion.

Aug 20, 2008

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Receives $3,000 Grant from Target

Nationwide Childrens Hospital recently received a $3,000 grant from TargetĀ® that will be used to expand the music curriculum in its Primary Care Centers. Additionally, the grant will be aimed at locating music-oriented organizations for volunteers of the Reach Out and Reach program.

Aug 15, 2008

Dr. William Smoyer Honored with C. Robert Kidder Endowed Chair in Clinical and Translational Research

William E. Smoyer, MD, was honored recently with the C. Robert Kidder Endowed Chair in Clinical and Translational Research in The Research Institute at Nationwide Childrens Hospital.

Aug 13, 2008

Downtown Sertoma Club Hosts 1st Annual Golf Outing

The Downtown Sertoma Club will host its first annual golf outing Monday, September 8, 2008 starting at 11 a.m. at the Ballantrae Golf Course in Dublin. All proceeds will benefit the Speech and Hearing Departments at Nationwide Childrens Hospital.

Aug 04, 2008

First National Study to Examine Recreational and Competitive Diving-Related Injuries

The thrill of flipping and jumping into water has become common practice among children and adolescents as they dive into more than eight million swimming pools across the United States.