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National Study Evaluates Playground Equipment-Related Injuries

Schools have opened their doors this fall and the sounds of children echo from surrounding playgrounds. While children’s activities on playgrounds can benefit their psychosocial and physical development as well as combat problems such as childhood obesity, these activities are not risk-free.

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Bunk Bed-Related Injuries Not Exclusive to Young Children

Bunk bed-related injuries are not an issue of concern solely for parents of young children according to a study conducted by investigators at the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

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Neurofibromatosis (NF1, NF2 & SWN)

Neurofibromatosis includes three distinct health conditions. These genetic disorders case tumors in the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord and nerves. While most tumors are non-aggressive, they may still require treatment.

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Asperger's Syndrome

Asperger’s Syndrome, a form of Autism Spectrum Disorder, is a developmental disorder. Young people with Asperger’s Syndrome have a difficult time relating to others socially and their behavior and thinking patterns can be rigid and repetitive. They also may have trouble understanding body language.

Sleep Terrors and Sleepwalking

Sleep terrors and sleepwalking are related disorders of sleep that usually go away by the teen years. Sleep terrors are not the same as nightmares. Nightmares are bad dreams the child often clearly remembers the next day. 

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Substance Use Disorders

When a person loses control and misuses a substance like alcohol or drugs, it can become a harmful habit. This is called substance use disorder.

FAQs

We answer your most frequently asked questions including why Nationwide Children's Hospital acquired Mercy Health Children's Hospital, and how this will benefit patients.

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Hearing Team Education Series

The Hearing Program has designed an education series to discuss topics related to hearing loss in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere.

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Extended Reality

At Nationwide Children’s, extended reality is used to develop innovative digital health solutions that enhance patient care. The team crafts engaging and impactful products to elevate the quality of care we deliver.