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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Sees Rise in Children with Pseudotumor Cerebri; Opens Clinic to Treat These Unique Patients
While most headaches in children can be treated with over-the-counter pain medications or lifestyle changes, it is important to pay attention to their symptoms in case they herald something more serious.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital Designated Rett Syndrome Foundation Center of Excellence
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has been honored today with the International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF) Center of Excellence designation. Nationwide Children’s joins three new institutions designated for excellence in Rett syndrome care in the Center of Excellence Network. The designation recognizes Nationwide Children’s continued dedication to providing best-in-class clinical care for Rett syndrome, a rare neurological and developmental disorder.
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Ketogenic Diet
Patients who have seizures that are difficult to treat may benefit from a ketogenic diet, which is a high-fat, adequate-protein and low-carbohydrate dietary program.
Specialty
Rett Syndrome Clinic
Children with Rett syndrome often need to see many specialists. Some families must travel for an entire day to visit a physician or team who understands and treats the condition. That’s why Nationwide Children’s offers a Rett syndrome clinic so patients and families can see multiple specialists during one visit.
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Developmental Assessment
Families entering the assessment process at Nationwide Children’s Hospital may find the process lengthy, but there is a reason for each appointment in the assessment process. Below you will find the name and description of each appointment in the assessment process.
Condition
Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG)
Diffuse midline glioma (DMG) is a rare, fast-growing tumor of the central nervous system that can occur in the brain or spinal cord. It affects up to 300 children annually. Most cases have no known cause and result from genetic changes that happen by chance.
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Study Finds No Correlation Between Brain Function and Head Impacts After Two Seasons of Youth Tackle Football
To date, most studies that have attempted to understand connections between neurocognitive function and sub-concussive head impacts have been retrospective – and inconclusive.
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Perky Jerky® to Support Nationwide Childrens Hospital Beginning in October
Nationwide Children’s Hospital and Perky Jerky® announced today that from October through December, customers at 16 participating Kroger stores will have an opportunity to donate to Nationwide Children’s by purchasing Perky Jerky®.
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Neurology, Mental Health and How Social Workers Can Help Your Family
We support you in a crisis and even before a crisis arises. If you meet with a social worker to discuss your mental health, you might expect to share how you have been feeling and thoughts that you may be having.