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Hormonal Contraception Safer Than Expected For Women With Diabetes

Strokes and heart attacks are rare for women with diabetes who use hormonal contraception, with the safest options being intrauterine devices (IUDs) and under-the-skin implants, new research published in Diabetes Care shows.

No More X-Ray Shields
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No More X-Ray Shields

If your child receives an X-ray at Nationwide Children’s Hospital after March 1, 2021, you’ll notice a difference. They won’t have to wear a shield, sometimes called a lead apron.

Calling While Driving: More Dangerous for Teens
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Calling While Driving: More Dangerous for Teens

A recent study that we conducted at the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital looked at the connection between cellphone laws and the frequency of talking on the phone while driving among teens.

Using Portable Space Heaters: Keeping Safe & Warm
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Using Portable Space Heaters: Keeping Safe & Warm

When temperatures drop outside, some families turn to space heaters to warm up their home. While space heaters can be an easy way to heat rooms, they should be used with caution.

 

Is Vitamin D the Answer to Preventing Asthma Attacks?
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Is Vitamin D the Answer to Preventing Asthma Attacks?

Over the past decade, researchers have identified a strong association with low vitamin D levels and increased risk for asthma development and exacerbation among children and adults.

FDA’s Red Dye No. 3 Ban: What It Means for Your Family’s Health
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FDA’s Red Dye No. 3 Ban: What It Means for Your Family’s Health

In January 2025, the FDA banned red dye No. 3 due to potential health risks. Found in candies, drinks, and even some medications, this synthetic coloring has raised concerns over its safety. Discover what this ban means for your family, which foods to watch out for, and how it could help you make healthier choices.

The Impact of the Summer Youth Employment Program
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The Impact of the Summer Youth Employment Program

Where does the medical school journey start for someone who is the first in their family to attend college? For Bryan Crase, his journey began with one pivotal decision: to apply for an internship through the Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Summer Youth Employment Program.

Hematology
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Hematology

The Comprehensive Hemophilia and Bleeding Disorder Treatment Center at Nationwide Children's is the largest and only federally recognized pediatric Hemophilia Treatment Center (HTC) in Central Ohio. Our board certified hematologists and team will diagnose and treat your child in an environment where cutting edge advancements in blood disorders are taking place.

How Should a Neighborhood Improvement Initiative Measure Its Impact?

How Should a Neighborhood Improvement Initiative Measure Its Impact?

The Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families initiative has sparked millions of dollars of investment into the South Side of Columbus, Ohio. Deena Chisolm, PhD, director of the Center for Child Health Equity and Outcomes Research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, discusses making sure that investment has an impact.

Comprehensive Center for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
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Comprehensive Center for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia

With a dedicated inpatient unit and outpatient follow-up service, the Comprehensive Center for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia addresses the medical, nutritional, developmental and social needs of each patient. Our unique approach provides the most advanced, comprehensive BPD care with proven improved outcomes.

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