Nationwide Children's News Releases

May 20, 2014

Boosting Immune Process with IFN-y Helps Clear Lethal Bacteria in Cystic Fibrosis

Boosting a key immune process called autophagy with interferon gamma (IFN-γ) could help clear a lethal bacterial infection in cystic fibrosis, a new study suggests.

May 20, 2014

MIBG Treatment for Neuroblastoma Now Available at Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Meta-iodobenzylguanidine (MIBG) therapy is now offered by Hematology/Oncology/Blood and Marrow Transplant at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Patients with neuroblastoma who qualify for treatment with MIBG therapy can be treated in this new facility, with round-the-clock supervision by

May 09, 2014

Timothy P. Cripe, MD, PhD, Appointed To Bacterial Robotics Science Directorate

Bacterial Robotics is a life science biotechnology firm. The Company uses synthetic biology tools in an evolutionary engineering approach to develop bacterial robots, or BactoBots™. Today, the Company announced the appointment of Tim Cripe, MD, to its Scientific Directorate.

May 05, 2014

Childrens Oncology Drug Alliance (CODA) Formed to Facilitate Development of Treatments for Childhood Cancers

Researchers and children’s cancer advocates in Australia and the U.S. have formed a unique research and development alliance to facilitate development of treatments for children fighting neuroblastoma, the most common and fatal form of solid cancer affecting infants.

May 05, 2014

Nationwide Childrens Hospital to Host Marysville Family Day to Celebrate Close to Home Center with Urgent Care Opening

The public is invited to “Marysville Family Day” in celebration of the opening of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Close To Home Center with Urgent Care Saturday, May 17, from 10 am to 1 pm at 100 Coleman’s Crossing Blvd. in the City Gate Development.

May 05, 2014

New Study Finds Number of Children Treated in U.S. Emergency Departments for Baby Gate-Related Injuries Nearly Quadrupled Since 1990

If you are a parent, chances are you have used or will use a baby gate at some point. Baby gates are designed to help protect young children from stairs and other dangers around the home. If you use these in your home, take note.

May 01, 2014

Mary Rutan Hospital and Nationwide Childrens Collaborate for Expanded Pediatric Care

Mary Rutan Hospital is proud to be partnering with Nationwide Children’s Hospital to bring additional resources and care to pediatric and neonatal patients.

May 01, 2014

Walmart, Sams Club Locations Raise Vital Funds for Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Beginning today through June 11, Walmart customers and Sam’s Club members can help “Every child live better” by making a donation of $1 or more at the retailers’ 42 locations raising funds for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, a local Children’s Miracle Network

Apr 25, 2014

Wolfe Associates, Inc. Pledge $1 Million to Nationwide Childrens Hospital

Wolfe Associates, Inc. has generously pledged $1 million to Nationwide Children’s Hospital to establish The Wolfe Associates, Inc. Fellowship in Endocrinology honoring Juan Sotos, MD, for his dedication and vast contributions to the field of pediatric endocrinology.

Apr 24, 2014

Registration Open for Junior Golf Classic Slated for July 7 at The Ohio State University Golf Club

Registration is now open for the 22nd Annual Junior Golf Classic, slated for Monday, July 7at The Ohio State University Golf Club, Scarlet and Gray Courses. The event is organized by the Women’s Board of Nationwide Children’s Hospital with all proceeds benefitting the hospital.