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Anencephaly
Anencephaly is a condition present at birth that affects the formation of the brain and the skull bones that surround the head. Anencephaly results in minimal development of the brain. Often, the brain lacks part or all of the cerebrum. There is no cure or standard medical treatment for anencephaly.
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Columbus Youth Helmet Ordinance
In the city of Columbus, children younger than 18 years of age are required by law to wear a helmet when they are participating in wheeled sports. Violators may be issued a citation.
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International Symposium Explores Hybrid Approach to Congenital Heart Disease
Interventional cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons throughout the United States, North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia, who treat patients with congenital heart disease, will gather at Nationwide Childrens Hospital June 16-18, 2008 for the third International Symposium on the
“Roadmap” to Community Investment Illustrates What’s Possible
Nationwide Children’s Hospital may now be a model for health systems that want to invest upstream in its communities, but the road there was more than 25 years in the making. Nationwide Children’s CEO Tim Robinson recently traced the hospital’s “more evolutionary than revolutionary” journey to its current community investment strategies in conversation with Robin Hacke, executive director of the Center for Community Investment (CCI).
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The Mental Load of Moms
Who is in charge of “remembering,” otherwise known as “the mental load?” Historically, mothers have mostly been the ones to take care of all the details.
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Hereditary Multiple Osteochondromas
Hereditary multiple osteochondromas (HMO) is a rare genetic disorder. Children develop non-cancerous (benign) bone tumors called osteochondromas. Knees, shoulders, ankles and wrists are the most common sites for osteochondromas.
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Tylenol Shortage
Families are having difficulties finding the liquid forms of acetaminophen and ibuprofen. If you cannot find brand name acetaminophen or ibuprofen, you can use generic and store brands as they are safe and effective.
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Seizures and Epilepsy
Has your child had a seizure or been diagnosed with epilepsy? This information will give you a basic understanding of your child’s condition.
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Encephalocele
Encephalocele is a rare congenital condition where the neural tube does not close and causes a sac-like bulge with brain tissue and spinal fluid that pokes through the skull. Encephalocele is often found during a prenatal ultrasound. Treatment depends on the location of the encephalocele on the skull.
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Kids and Nutrition: Making Vegetables Taste Good
Getting kids to eat vegetables is not always an easy task. The good news? We can make them taste good! If you have a picky eater, here are some recipes to help you to just that.