In accordance with new interesting fact and evidence, parental health behaviors before conception may play an important role in the health of offspring to a greater degree than previously understood. Oliver J. Rando, MD, PhD, associate professor of biochemistry & molecular pharmacology at UMMS and principal investigator for the study says, that they explorer and [...]
January 11, 2011 | Posted in
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All parents intermittently deal with children who have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. These temporary sleep difficulties are normal. However, children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) appear to have more ongoing sleep-related difficulties. The number of families affected varies from study to study, but significant sleep problems can occur in 40%—80% of children with [...]
December 5, 2010 | Posted in
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Your son is 2 years old and still isn’t talking. He says a few words, but compared with his peers you think he’s way behind. You remember that his sister could put whole sentences together at the same age. Hoping he will catch up, you postpone seeking professional advice. Some kids are early walkers and [...]
November 27, 2010 | Posted in
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Kids who enjoy sports and exercise tend to stay active throughout their lives. Immediate benefits include maintaining a healthy weight, feeling more energetic, and promoting a better outlook. Participating in team and individual sports can boost self-confidence, provide opportunities for social interaction, and offer a chance to have fun. And regular physical activity can help [...]
November 25, 2010 | Posted in
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The toddler had 16 teeth. Despite his young age, four of the teeth were so decayed that they needed dental crowns. This toddler‘s parents didn’t realize how important baby teeth are, says Beverly Largent, DMD, the Paducah, Ky., dentist who cared for the child. Largent says she tells parents it’s crucial to care for baby [...]
October 21, 2010 | Posted in
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Young rural Australians with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) have limited access to adult diabetes health services and contact with specialist staff, and aren’t effectively transitioning from child to adult health services, according to an article published in the Medical Journal of Australia. The article finds that diabetes the management of young Australians, and uptake [...]
October 19, 2010 | Posted in
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“Moooooommmmmmmeeeeeee!!!!” The ear-splitting scream catapults you out of bed at 2 a.m. Your 4-year-old is crying inconsolably. Is it a nightmare or a night terror? What’s the difference? And what can you do about them? Handling nightmares is a bit easier than night terrors, Altmann says. She prescribes a healthy sleep routine: Before bed, avoid [...]
October 9, 2010 | Posted in
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What It Is: Amphetamines are highly addictive stimulants that accelerate functions in the brain and body. They come in pills or tablets. Prescription diet pills also fall into this category of drugs. Sometimes Called: speed, uppers, dexies, bennies How It’s Used: Amphetamines are swallowed, inhaled, snorted, or injected. What It Does: No matter how a [...]
September 30, 2010 | Posted in
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Why should I subject my child to a painful shot if vaccines aren’t 100% effective? Few things in medicine work 100% of the time, but vaccines are one of the most effective weapons we have against disease — they work in 85% to 99% of cases. They greatly reduce your child’s risk of serious illness [...]
September 28, 2010 | Posted in
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The Well-Child Visit Regular well-child examinations are essential to keeping kids healthy and up-to-date on immunizations against many dangerous childhood diseases. A checkup also is an opportunity for your doctor to talk to you about developmental and safety issues and for you ask questions you might have about your child’s overall health. What to Expect at the Doctor’s [...]
September 26, 2010 | Posted in
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