Nationwide Children's News Releases

May 01, 2009

OSU Alum and Former NBA star Jim Jackson Named Honorary Chair of Woody Hayes Celebrity Classic

Legendary Ohio State football coach Woody Hayes taught those he coached to pay forward. Student-athletes at OSU have since continued that tradition off the field and in their communities.

Apr 28, 2009

Culvers Gives Back To Columbus by Hosting National

CulversĀ® of Columbus, Powell and Reynoldsburg are among nearly 400 Culvers Restaurants donating 10 percent of sales on Tuesday, May 12, to local organizations during the annual system-wide "Day of Giving" fundraising event.

Apr 01, 2009

Nationwide Childrens Decision Support Service Offers Assistance in Diagnosing Pediatric Mental Health Issues

It is estimated that one out of five children in the United States is suffering from a treatable mental condition. However, with only eight child and adolescent psychiatrics for every 100,000 children in the country, there is growing concern that kids suffering from mental health conditions are not

Apr 01, 2009

Denim & Diamonds Gala Slated April 25 at Martini Park

Kinder Key, a volunteer organization of Nationwide Childrens Hospital, is announcing its fourth-annual Denim & Diamonds Gala to benefit The Heart Center at Nationwide Childrens, home to one of the leading heart centers in the nation. Denim & Diamonds will be held at 7 p.m.

Mar 26, 2009

Evening of Hope to Benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

The Sixth Annual Evening of Hope to benefit the Center for Child and Family Advocacy at Nationwide Childrens Hospital will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at Bon Vie Bistro and Wine Bar, located at Easton Town Center.

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.