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Acanthosis Nigricans
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Acanthosis Nigricans

This Helping Hand™ discusses acanthosis nigricans (AN), which is a dark patch that appears on a child's neck, armpit, under the breast or a skin crease. It is usually a sign that the body is making extra insulin that it cannot use well.

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Is Your Ankle Playing Tricks on You?

Ankle sprains happen. Athletes learn the concepts of P.R.I.C.E. (Protect, Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) early in their career as a way to manage acute (recent) injuries with swelling and pain.

What to Expect
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What to Expect

The road to pediatric heart transplantation can be a long journey for some families, while for others the need may arise quickly and unexpectedly. Learn what to expect.

No Poo in the Pool! Tips for Safe Enjoyment of the Water
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No Poo in the Pool! Tips for Safe Enjoyment of the Water

First published August 2016 Updated August 2026 Nothing says summer like a day at the pool, waterpark, lake, or beach. Swimming is a great way to stay active and cool off, but even the cleanest-looking water can contain germs that make people sick.

Residency Wellness
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Residency Wellness

Taking care of the emotional and mental well-being of our residents is a top priority at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Offers Many Ways to Give to Patients During the Holiday Season

There are many opportunities for the local community and supporters of Nationwide Children’s Hospital around the country to give back to help patients during the holiday season.

Intensive Pain Rehabilitation and Education Program
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Intensive Pain Rehabilitation and Education Program

The Intensive Pain Rehabilitation and Education Program (iPREP) at Nationwide Children's Hospital is designed for children 10-18 years of age who suffer from debilitating pain, are medically stable and who have had an inadequate response to an outpatient pain program.

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The Joys and Challenges of Rural Pediatrics

In this month's Primary Care Matters, Dr. Jill Neff discusses her experience as the owner and primary pediatrician of Hometown Pediatrics in Jackson, Ohio.

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Study Shows Unsafe Storage of Firearms Continues to Put Guns in the Hands of Children

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – Firearms are the leading cause of death among children and teens 1-19 years old in the United States. According to new research from Nationwide Children’s Hospital, most unintentional firearm fatalities in which a child shoots another child involve boys, occur in the

Sleep in Infants (2-12 Months)
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Sleep in Infants (2-12 Months)

Infants sleep between 9 and 12 hours during the night and nap between 2 and 5 hours during the day.

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