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Adrenocorticotropin (ACTH) Stimulation Test
An adrenocorticotropin (ACTH) stimulation test is done to check how well the adrenal glands are making a hormone called cortisol.
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Delayed Symptoms of Drowning: Know the Signs
As it turns out, the overwhelming majority of kids with a close call in the water do fine, but a few don’t. Knowing the signs and symptoms of drowning—and what to do if they occur—can mean the difference between life and death.
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Meningitis
Meningitis is an infection of the meninges. These are the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord.
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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Pledges Financial Support for Nationwide Children's Hospital's Behavioral Health Initiatives
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. announced today that it has pledged $15 million over a period of six years to Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Kids Mental Health Foundation to support behavioral health initiatives for children and young adults in central Ohio and across the country.
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Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss pertussis, also known as whooping cough. Pertussis is an infection of the respiratory tract caused by bacteria. The bacteria are easily spread by breathing in droplets from an infected person who coughs or sneezes. Call 911 if your child stops breathing.
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Behavioral Health
Big Lots Behavioral Health Services at Nationwide Children's Hospital addresses the needs of children and adolescents experiencing emotional, behavioral or developmental problems.
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Fevers: Your Questions Answered
In our last blog post on fevers, we explained what a fever is and why it happens. These are a few of the most common questions that parents have for their doctors when it comes to fevers.
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The Parent's Guide to Pink Eye
Your child wakes up with something new and unexpected: their eyes are matted shut and they have trouble opening them. The right answer depends on the underlying problem.
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6 Signs Your Child May Have Bladder Dysfunction
Once your child has been successfully potty-trained – ‘taking care of business’ should get easier – but what if the accidents keep happening?
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Take the Hassle Out of Homework: 6 Ways to Help Your Child
Homework is important and provides countless benefits like improved comprehension, cognition and memory. So, how can you encourage your child to do their homework without a nightly battle? Check out these six tips to take the hassle out of homework.