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THE Run

Join The Run in Columbus! Support Nationwide Children’s Hospital with your miles and toy donations during this fun holiday community event hosted by Columbus Running Club.

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4 Things to Know If You Think Your Child Has the Flu

Should influenza find its way to you and your family, you will be faced with the decision to seek medical care or let the virus run its course. Trust the judgement of your health care provider regarding testing and treatment.

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Active Tuberculosis Disease

In this Helping Hand™, we discuss Tuberculosis (TB). Active TB disease is contagious. It is most often spread through the air. The standard of care for treatment of active TB is daily administration of medicines from health department nurses.

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Airborne Precautions

Airborne precautions are used when germs, such as the kind that cause tuberculosis and chickenpox, can be spread through the air from one person to another. 

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Managing Exercise Induced Asthma in Athletes

When we breath, air is commonly moistened and heated in our nasal passages. Often, during physical exertion, athletes will breathe more through their mouths rather than their noses, so the air they inhale is colder and dryer. For some people, this irritates and narrows the airways, leading to asthma symptoms. 

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Back to School: How to Prepare for a Healthy Year of Learning

Back-to-school season is here! Help your child start the year strong with simple, practical tips for healthy sleep, eating, emotional well-being, and hygiene. A little preparation goes a long way toward a smooth and successful transition.

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Drugs and Alcohol

There are many challenges faced by parents as their children develop; one important concern is how to raise kids to not use drugs.

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Therapeutic Recreation: Having Fun While Getting Well

What if recovery could include fun, laughter, and play? Therapeutic Recreation helps children heal and grow through activities they love—like sports, music, art, and nature. Discover how TR brings joy and purpose to the recovery journey.

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Vocal Cord Dysfunction: When Breathing Difficulty Might Not Be Asthma

Is your athlete still struggling to breathe, even after using an inhaler? It might not be asthma. Learn how Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) mimics asthma symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and why speech therapy, not medication, is the key to relief.