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New Obesity Guidelines for Children and Adolescents

For the first time in fifteen years, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new treatment guidelines for children and adolescents with obesity.

Supporting Children of Incarcerated Parents

The 10 million children who have had a parent incarcerated face social, behavioral and health challenges. Nationwide Children’s Hospital has recently finished piloting a program – perhaps the first of its kind from a children’s hospital – that focuses on the well-being of these children and their families.

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Neuro-Oncology

Our highly experienced and internationally recognized team of pediatric neuro-oncologists, neurosurgeons and neuroradiologists will care for your child by providing the most advanced and innovative treatments, while at the same time, paying careful attention to all the needs and concerns of your child and family.

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Study Reveals 1.6 Million Pediatric Soccer Injuries from 14-Year Period

Soccer, one of the most prevalent sports in the world, has continued to grow in popularity in the United States. As the number of children participating in organized and unorganized soccer leagues increases, so does the number of children at risk for injury.

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Transtelephonic Monitor - Post Event

A Transtelephonic 30-day post event monitor records irregular heart beats that last a little longer than a few seconds. The recordings are then sent to a monitoring company over a land line telephone to be reviewed by your child’s doctor.

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Burns and Scalds

On average, 120,000 children younger than 21 are treated in hospital emergency departments for burn-related injuries each year.

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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Announce 2022 Patient Champions

The Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon is pleased to announce the 2022 “Patient Champions” who will represent 24 of the 26 miles on the course. The other two miles, the Encore Mile, will honor former Marathon Patient Champions, and the Angel Mile, will celebrate the lives of those who are no longer with us.

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The Tipping Point: CPSC Urges Parents to Inspect and Secure TVs, Furniture, and Appliances to Prevent Tip-Over Deaths and Injuries

For young children, the home is a playground, and while many parents childproof to ensure that their home is a safe place, some may not be aware that unsecured TVs, furniture and appliances are hidden hazards lurking in every room. Today, the U.S.

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Crerand Lab's Current Research

Cleft care has changed a lot over time. There is a need to study results (outcomes) in larger, newer, and more diverse groups of children. Learn more about the current research being conducted in the Crerand Lab.