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Ankle Sprain

Ankle Sprain

An ankle sprain is a stretching or tearing of the ligaments. Signs of an ankle injury include pain, swelling or trouble walking. This often happens after an injury that involves twisting or rolling of the ankle. Sprains can often be treated at home, but a doctor may need to be seen if symptoms remain.

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Temperature: Digital and Glass Thermometers

Learn how to use all three kinds of thermometers for your child.

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Applying for WIC for Teen Moms

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a food program. Federal grant money for WIC helps low-income women and their babies.

Disclosing Abuse: How to Show Support and Break Stigmas
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Disclosing Abuse: How to Show Support and Break Stigmas

Recently, media outlets have spotlighted Hollywood celebrities who have come forward to disclose sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment. Hearing these stories may make us reflect on our own experiences with abuse, whether we were a victim or a bystander.

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Merger Creates New Family Violence Coalition

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Board of Directors Chair Abigail Wexner announced today the merger of the Center for Child and Family Advocacy (CCFA) with the Columbus Coalition Against Family Violence (CCAFV).

Sexual Behaviors In Young Children
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Sexual Behaviors In Young Children

Understanding your child’s behaviors can sometimes feel confusing—especially when it comes to body awareness and curiosity. Learn what’s developmentally typical, what may signal concern, and how to support healthy boundaries as your child grows. This parent‑friendly guide from pediatric experts breaks it all down with clarity and reassurance.

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.

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Obesity and Overweight Prevention

Help your child stay fit and healthy with these tips. 

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Lara McKenzie Team

Lara McKenzie, PhD, MA, FAAHB Principal Investigator Lara B. McKenzie, PhD, MA, FAAHB, is a principal investigator in the Center for Injury Research and Policy at the Abigail Wexner Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital and an associate professor in the Department of Pediatrics,

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NTrainer® Pacifier System

The NTrainer is a special pacifier used to help premature babies with feeding. Many babies born before 35 weeks have trouble learning to breast or bottle feed and breathe at the same time.

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