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Awards and Recognition

A sampling of the many comments from patients and families - “We were helped quickly, the nurses were kind and attentive, and the doctor was compassionate, clear, and made my daughter feel comfortable. Excellent care all around. The doctor was kind and funny, explained everything clearly, and helped my daughter feel comfortable and at ease. Exactly the care you hope for.”

Research

Youth suicide is a serious health issue. However, there is hope. Suicide is preventable. Research is important for suicide prevention. We hope to improve how communities can identify at-risk kids and tailor prevention strategies to their specific needs by developing ways of screening them earlier

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Medication Abuse

Medication abuse occurs when a medication is taken in a higher dose than written by the doctor in order to get a euphoric effect. Learn more about the signs of medication abuse, the differences between medication abuse and misuse and signs of addiction.

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New Study Identifies the Medical and Financial Impact of Drug-related Poisonings Treated in U.S. Emergency Departments

Over the past decade, drug-related poisonings have been on the rise in the United States. In fact, in many states drug-related poisoning deaths have now surpassed motor vehicle crash fatalities to become the leading cause of injury death.

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Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Spinal muscular atrophies (SMA) are a group of genetic (passed down by parents) diseases that affect motor neurons (nerve cells) in the spinal cord, causing the weakening of voluntary muscles (muscles that you control).

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Bathtubs and Showers Continue to be Associated with Injury, Especially Among Young Children

Bathtubs and showers are frequently associated with injuries to children. Although interventions have been initiated to prevent injuries due to submersions and hot water scalds, little attention has been paid to slips, trips and falls, which account for more than 80 percent of bathtub- and

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Hypermobile Joints

Hypermobile joints, also known as loose joints, describes the ability of a joint to move beyond its normal range of motion. People with hypermobile joints are sometimes referred to as being double jointed. Benign hypermobility syndrome can lead to weak, loose ligaments and joint instability.

Reaching More Children With the COVID Vaccine

Through school-based health programs, Nationwide Children’s has helped vaccinate thousands of young people who might not have been vaccinated otherwise.

Helping Children With Medical Complexity Navigate the Health Care System

Partners For Kids  is responsible for the health of more than 400,000 children – including some who need significant amounts of medical and behavioral health care. The Care Navigation program helps coordinate care for those children and their families, leading to better health outcomes.