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Pneumonia: When Should You Worry?
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Pneumonia: When Should You Worry?

Cold and flu season can be a stressful time for parents. Deciding when your child needs to see their doctor is not always easy.

Rolling Techniques to Relieve Pain, Discomfort and Tension
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Rolling Techniques to Relieve Pain, Discomfort and Tension

Everyone has dealt with sore, tense or cramped muscles from time to time. Regular use of self-myofascial release (SMR) techniques can improve flexibility, support recovery and keep muscles performing their best.

Hall Technique: An Easier Dental Solution for Some Children
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Hall Technique: An Easier Dental Solution for Some Children

Hall crowns are a great, less stressful solution for some children who need to get their cavities fixed. You know your child best, so you can talk to your dentist about your child’s tolerance level and whether they would be a good candidate for the Hall technique.

The Importance of Reading Labels for Food Allergen Avoidance
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The Importance of Reading Labels for Food Allergen Avoidance

Reading labels can be tricky and ingredient lists can change suddenly without warning. It is recommended that people with food allergies read all labels prior to eating products, including those they have safely eaten before.

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Gail E. Besner, MD, Elected to the Prestigious National Academy of Medicine

Today, Gail E. Besner, MD, chief of pediatric surgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and the William Clatworthy Jr. Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, was elected to the National Academy of Medicine (NAM). Election to NAM is considered one of the highest honors in the field of medicine and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service. Dr. Besner is the third faculty member from Nationwide Children’s Hospital to be appointed to this prestigious organization.

One Patient's Story: Marfan Syndrome and Pregnancy
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One Patient's Story: Marfan Syndrome and Pregnancy

For women with Marfan syndrome, pregnancy can feel overwhelming and risky, but it’s not impossible. Follow one mother’s powerful journey through high-risk pregnancies, life-threatening complications, and the joy of raising two children. Her story offers hope, guidance, and encouragement to others facing the same challenges.

Keeping Kids Safer at Home: Best Practices for Prescription and Over-The-Counter Medicine Storage
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Keeping Kids Safer at Home: Best Practices for Prescription and Over-The-Counter Medicine Storage

Every year, thousands of children are treated for accidental medicine ingestions—often from pills found in purses, travel packs, or unlocked cabinets. Learn how to store medicines safely, use child-resistant containers, and properly dispose of expired prescriptions to keep your home safe.

Augmentative-Alternative Communication: What Is It?
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Augmentative-Alternative Communication: What Is It?

Communication is more than just words. Augmentative-Alternative Communication (AAC) gives children new ways to express themselves through gestures, pictures, and technology. Learn how AAC works, debunk common myths, and find resources to get started.

Joan Han Named Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Chief of Endocrinology
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Joan Han Named Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Chief of Endocrinology

Joan Han, MD, has been named chief of the Division of Endocrinology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, effective January 2026.

IBD and School Accommodations: Establishing a 504 Plan
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IBD and School Accommodations: Establishing a 504 Plan

Being a student with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), can be a stressful experience for children and their parents. Concerns about access to restrooms, missed school days and homework and the general impact of managing a chronic illness within a school setting are common.

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