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Virtual Temporal Bone Project Uses Technology, Simulated Surgery to Teach the Next Generation of Surgeons
For a generation of surgeons who have grown up playing video games, they are now learning temporal bone surgery of the skull in a similar way. Physicians and researchers at Nationwide Childrens Hospital are using state-of-the-art computer animation to help train the next generation of surgeons.The
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Center for Injury Research and Policy Applauds Passage of Youth Bicycle Helmet Ordinance in Columbus, Ohio
In a move that will reduce bicycle-related injuries and deaths and promote safe bicycling for children in the city of Columbus, last night City Council passed a youth bicycle helmet ordinance that will require children to wear bicycle helmets when they ride.
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Guidelines Highlight Key Differences Between Child and Adult Stroke
Stroke in children is not as rare as once thought and the symptoms do not mirror stroke in adults. In its first scientific statement on the topic, the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association addresses treatment, symptoms and risk for stroke in infants and children.
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Player-to-Player Contact Source for High School Soccer Concussions
Heading a ball appears to spectators as one of the most dangerous plays in soccer. However, only 6.6 percent of injuries are caused by this flashy move—and contact with the ball accounted for only 7 percent of concussions, while player-to-player contact resulted in more than 70 percent.
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Online Nutrition Calculator Takes Guesswork out of Choosing Healthy Snacks
In an effort to help curb the growing childhood obesity epidemic, Nationwide Childrens Hospital is launching a new online tool aimed at helping parents and kids make healthy snack choices.Nearly 34 percent of kids 2-19 years of age are overweight or obese, and it is estimated that approximately 30
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When the Rules of the Game are Broken: Research Studies Sports Injuries Related to Illegal Activity
A study published in the February issue of Injury Prevention estimates that more than 98,000 sports injuries in U.S. high schools in 2005-2007 were directly related to an action that was ruled illegal activity by a referee, official or disciplinary committee.Researchers in the Center for Injury
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Media Advisory: Fourth Annual Pinwheels for Prevention Kick-off Ceremony Monday
MEDIA ADVISORYWHAT: Fourth Annual Pinwheels for Prevention Kick-off CeremonyIn recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention MonthWHEN: Monday, March 31, 2008 10 a.m. media opportunityWHERE: Nationwide Childrens Hospital Stecker Auditorium555 S.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Old Village Primary Care Center to Move to New Location in Hilltop Area
Nationwide Childrens Hospital Old Village Primary Care Center, located at 50 Old Village Rd., is moving to a new location 2857 West Broad St. Slated to open its doors June 9, 2008, Nationwide Childrens Hospital Hilltop Primary Care Center will be more than double the size of the Old Village center,
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Offers Training for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Nationwide Childrens Hospital is offering an all-day training Saturday, April 26 focused on providing strategies to parents and caregivers of children with Autism Spectrum disorders to assist with the education process.Education and Your Child with Autism will consist of topic-specific breakout
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Offers Kenpo Personal Defense Program
Nationwide Childrens Hospital is offering a self-defense program Kenpo Personal Defense for children age 12-years or older. This interactive program teaches the basics of personal protection.