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Emergency! Testicular Torsion!
There aren’t many true emergencies in my field of pediatric urology, but torsion of the testicle is one of the more common ones that I face on a regular basis. Unfortunately, my experience is that most people are unaware of the issue, even though it can happen in 1 in 4,000 males under age 25.
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Circle of Friends Seventh Annual Run for the Rainbow June 19
Circle of Friends, a volunteer organization supporting Nationwide Childrens Hospital, will host its Seventh Annual Run for the Rainbow 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run Friday, June 19 at New Albany Market Square, 180 Market St., New Albany, Ohio.
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What Parents Need to Know About Measles
Measles, also known as rubeola, is an infection caused by the measles virus. Symptoms include high fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, followed by a characteristic rash. The pink-red rash typically starts on the face, spreads to the neck and trunk, and then to the arms and legs.
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Pronouns 101: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?
Using a person’s correct pronouns is important because it affirms that person’s identity, helps them feel comfortable in their own body, and shows that you respect them for who they are.
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Starting the Conversation About Big Feelings
It’s important to work with your child on emotions throughout their entire childhood, including the teen years. This means taking the time to have ongoing conversations about how to handle emotions in a healthy way, which is called “coping.”
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Sleep Training for Babies: How Everyone Can Get a Better Night’s Sleep
The joys of having a new baby…. and oh, the restless, sleep-deprived nights! One of the most common questions I get asked as a pediatrician is how to sleep train a baby. This is a time-tested recipe for establishing a sleep routine early on.
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COVID-19 and Pollen Allergies: The Perfect Storm
As much as we all hoped we wouldn’t have to worry about this again, the COVID-19 pandemic persists as the spring tree pollen season begins. Pollen allergies affect millions of children and adults, causing misery for weeks to months each spring, summer, and autumn.
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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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Should I Enroll My Child in a Summer Enrichment Program?
Not all enrichment programs are created equal, so early preparation and research is a must before deciding to enroll your child for the summer.
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Changes in Post-Concussion Care: What Parents Need to Know
No athlete wants to sit on the sidelines when they’re hurt, but that’s often what’s recommended to help their brain heal after a concussion – a form of traumatic brain injury.