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Healthy Diet to Lower Cholesterol
Your health care provider has asked you to start eating a heart-healthy, low cholesterol diet. The best ways to do is to eat a balanced diet.
Otitis Externa (Swimmer's Ear)
Swimmer’s ear, also called otitis externa, is an infection of the skin in the outer ear canal. It is called “swimmer’s ear” because it often occurs when water stays in the ear canal and it is usually caused by bacteria or fungus found in swimming pools, lakes and rivers.
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Sleep Difficulties
Getting a good night’s sleep is important for our mental and physical health. There are many things that can disrupt your child’s good sleeping habits. The most common are: School – Once children start school, they may have a hard time sleeping.
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Moving from Pediatric to Adult Care: Prescription Medicines, Supplies and Equipment
To take care of your own health, you need to know how to fill prescriptions. Most prescriptions for medicines can be filled at a local pharmacy. You may also get them from a mail order pharmacy if your insurance allows. Your prescription insurance will use one specific mail order pharmacy.
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What Parents Need to Know About Coronavirus
COVID-19, caused by a novel coronavirus, is a global pandemic. Below are answers to some frequently asked questions about COVID-19.
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What to Expect
Learn what to expect during your stay with us at The Heart Center at Nationwide Children's — from admission to discharge.
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Insect Repellent (Bug Spray) for Kids: What Parents Should Know
Bug bites are not just annoying—they can be harmful too. Some bugs carry germs that can make people sick. Using insect repellent helps keep bugs away, so your child can play safely.
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Salmonella: What Parents Need to Know
While salmonella can be unpleasant, a little knowledge goes a long way in keeping your family safe. And as always, good hygiene and food safety habits are your best defense!
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Renovascular Hypertension
In some children, high blood pressure (hypertension) can be caused by a narrowing of the artery near the kidneys. This condition is called renal artery stenosis (RAS), and it can affect one side (unilateral) or both sides (bilateral). Although RAS is relatively uncommon, it can lead to severe high blood pressure and heart issues if it’s not diagnosed and treated properly.
Tibial Stress Fracture
The tibia (shin bone) is the larger, and major weight bearing bone, of the two lower leg bones. A tibial stress fracture is a complete or incomplete break that develops over time, usually as a result of repeated activity.