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Acute Flaccid Myelitis

Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is a rare but serious nerve-related condition that occurs mostly in children. AFM comes from a virus that is the common cold. AFM attacks the spinal cord and the nerves that go to the muscles. Patients begin with a respiratory illness and then end up with muscle weakness.

Coordinating and Improving Care for Young People who are Incarcerated

Youth in juvenile detention centers have worse health outcomes than their peers. Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Partners For Kids have created a care coordination team to improve access to health services and resources for those children, even after they are released.

40th Annual School Health Update Conference

Please join us for the 40th Annual School Health Update Conference hosted by Nationwide Children's Hospital, a leading pediatric care facility and research institute. This year's conference will highlight dynamic speakers on topics such as sleep equity, substance misuse, mental health in school aged children, and much more.

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Otorrhea

Otorrhea is the medical term for ear drainage. In order for there to be drainage from the middle ear into the ear canal, there must be a connection present.

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Neonatal Early Career Exchange Program

Welcome! The Neonatal Early Career Exchange (NECE) program was created to pair early-career physicians with neonatologists at some of the nation’s most renowned hospitals for neonatal care.

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Prepubertal Vaginal Bleeding

There are several different reasons why a pediatric patient may experience vaginal bleeding. It is important to notify your health care provider if you notice your child is having vaginal bleeding.

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Dysmenorrhea (Painful Menstruation)

A common reason patients experience painful menstruation, also known as dysmenorrhea, is because of inflammatory agents, called prostaglandins, which are released from the lining of the uterus during menstruation.

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Seizures and Epilepsy

Has your child had a seizure or been diagnosed with epilepsy? This information will give you a basic understanding of your child’s condition.

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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Offers Halloween Safety Tips

On a night known for its mischief, parents should not have to live in fear for the safety of their children. To help ensure little witches and warlocks enjoy a safe Halloween, Nationwide Childrens Hospital offers a few quick safety tips.SAFETY MEASURES Be sure your childs costume is large enough to