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Kidney Shields

Kidney shields are custom made to protect your child’s kidneys during sports and activities. They can be used for healthy kidneys or a new transplanted kidney.

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Breast Milk for Your Hospitalized Infant: Electric Breast Pump

Mothers who need to express milk for many weeks or months while their babies are in the hospital will need to use a “hospital grade” electric breast pump. These pumps have a “closed system.”

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Antibiotic Resistance

Antibiotic resistance means that bacteria have changed and cannot be killed by the antibiotics. These bacteria are called drug-resistant bacteria. This means that some antibiotics may not work if your child needs them in the future.

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Ostomy Care: Ordering Supplies

Your child may need different ostomy supplies as he grows and gets older. Learn how to care for your child's ostomy and order supplies.

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Birth Control: Depo Provera®

Learn about the birth control option for women, Depo-Provera.

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Child Passenger Safety: Car Seats and Booster Seats

Ohio law requires that a child ride in a car seat (and then a booster seat when he has outgrown the car seat) until he is 8 years old, unless the child is 4 feet 9 inches tall. The exceptions are children who are 4 feet 9 inches or taller before they are 8 years old.

Hyperhidrosis

Sweating (or perspiration) is a normal body function that helps to maintain body temperature and prevent overheating. An increased, unusual amount of sweating is called hyperhidrosis. The three types of hyperhidrosis are primary focal, generalized idiopathic and secondary generalized.

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Resources for Patients

Access resources for patients and their families. 

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Obesity and Overweight Prevention

Help your child stay fit and healthy with these tips.