Healthcare

Childhood Bipolar or ADHD? A Difficult Diagnosis Even For Experts

Posted August 13, 2010 - 21:00 by Debbie Dragon

Health, Healthcare, Diseases & Disorders

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The medical community is now realizing that bipolar disorder may not affect only adults, but is a condition that can start in childhood.

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The Hollywood Baby Food Diet: What, Who, And Why?

Posted July 22, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Nutrition, Culture, Healthcare, Wellness

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A four-ounce serving of mashed vegetables as a meal replacement? The Hollywood Baby Food Diet is a strange fad, indeed. Don't give in.

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Eat Up! The USDA Summer Food Program

Posted July 12, 2010 - 09:30 by Rhonda Franz

Education, Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Pre School, Wellness, K-8, High School

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The USDA summer food program is intended to make sure children have plenty to eat during the summer months when those who would normally be participating in the school lunch program don’t have access to those meals. Continued funding for the program is a current issue right now in Congress.

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What Is Heat Stress?

Posted July 10, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Safety, Home Life, Health, Healthcare, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Heat stress is the broad category of conditions related to hot-weather or being in a heat-filled environment. Infants and young children are especially prone to problems with these conditions this time of year. Get educated, and take precautions to protect your family from heat-related dangers.

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Research Focuses On Babies’ Health Following Caesarean Deliveries

Posted July 7, 2010 - 21:00 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Birth, New Parents, Healthcare, Wellness

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New research focusing on babies' health shows evidence of protective bacteria in newborns delivered vaginally. The researchers believe the results call for more studies on how birth methods affect health and development of babies and children.

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Protect Children from Summer Dehydration

Posted June 16, 2010 - 05:39 by Rhonda Franz

Safety, Home Life, Health, Healthcare, Wellness

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With summer fun comes summer dangers. Help keep children safe and healthy by practicing dehydration prevention.

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Springtime Allergies and Children

Posted April 16, 2010 - 06:46 by Rhonda Franz

Healthcare, Allergies

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Just as the weather is prime for going outdoors, the allergy season hits hard. Try some simple measures to keep outdoor allergens at bay.

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Breastfeeding Could Save Lives and Money

Posted April 6, 2010 - 18:18 by Fred Lee

Health, Birth, New Parents, Breastfeeding, Healthcare

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Doctors are recommending that new mothers breastfeed their newborns because it could save hundreds of lives and result in significant economic savings.

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One In Five U.S. Children Have High Cholesterol

Posted April 2, 2010 - 07:52 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Diseases & Disorders

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The CDC reports that 20% of U.S. children have high cholesterol. Considering that high cholesterol is a major cause of heart disease, and heart disease is the number one killer in this country, that’s a morbid statistic.

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Labeled: Food Product Manufacturers Called Out by the FDA

Posted March 22, 2010 - 08:50 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Wellness

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With new regulations, the FDA plans to crack down on misleading food product labels. With her recent open letter to the food industry, the FDA commissioner expects companies to shape up. Parents: hopefully making healthy choices for your families will soon require less vigilance.

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Acupuncture Relieves Chronic Pain And Illness In Children

Posted February 18, 2010 - 21:01 by Fred Lee

Health, Healthcare, Diseases & Disorders

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Acupuncture has been shown to be a safe and effective way to alleviate pain and discomfort in children.

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The First Lady on Fat: In Defense of Michelle Obama's Weight Comments

Posted February 5, 2010 - 14:01 by Sonja Stewart

Health, Etiquette, Nutrition, Healthcare

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Michelle Obama has received a lot of bad press for her recent comments on her daughter's weight. I took a look at what she actually said, versus the rumors. Now, you can tell me if she was out of line.

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Notes For Your Underbelly: Great Online Pregnancy Resources

Posted February 2, 2010 - 09:37 by Rhonda Franz

Planning, Family Planning, Conceiving, Health, Pregnancy, Birth, Vaccines, New Parents, Adoption, Breastfeeding, Healthcare

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The World Wide Web has some fantastic resources for pregnant women. These sites have some of the best pregnancy tools and resources available.

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The Great American Milk-Drinking Craze: Good Purpose Or Propaganda?

Posted January 15, 2010 - 14:54 by Rhonda Franz

Health, Nutrition, Healthcare, Wellness, Allergies, Diseases & Disorders

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Other than sunshine, the most common vitamin D source is usually considered to be cow’s milk. But as goes the good stuff, so goes the bad. Cow’s milk contains saturated fat and cholesterol, ingredients both linked to heart disease.

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Scratch And Sniffle: Keeping Winter Air Symptoms At Bay

Posted January 7, 2010 - 14:00 by Rhonda Franz

Home Life, New Parents, Pre School, Healthcare, Allergies

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It’s one thing to know what to do for the body’s response in winter; but it can be exhausting to get young children to go along. Here are a few tips to help improve the dry conditions in your home, and ideas for encouraging children to stay healthy and well.

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Prenatal Care And Doctor Wars: Standing Up For Yourself And Your Child

Posted December 17, 2009 - 19:39 by Rhonda Franz

Planning, Pregnancy, Birth, New Parents, Healthcare

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Sometimes the doctor just isn't a good fit. Before deciding on a physician to provide you and your unborn child with prenatal care, take some steps to help you find the right provider for you and your family.

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When Mama Ain’t Happy, Nobody’s Healthy

Posted December 10, 2009 - 09:00 by Lela Davidson

Health, Healthcare, Allergies, Wellness, Diseases & Disorders

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Moms, the science is clear: get happy! If not your family will suffer. It's not about moods, it's about health.

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Vitamin D: The Superstar Nutrient

Posted November 22, 2009 - 21:06 by Tisha Tolar

Healthcare

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For ages, kids have been told around the world to drink their milk if they want strong bones and teeth. It's the Vitamin D that's good for you. Learn how else to get yours.

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The Trouble with Elbow Sneezes

Posted November 6, 2009 - 13:46 by Lela Davidson

Health, Healthcare

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Consider me a one-woman army against the scourge of the elbow sneeze. And consider me accepting recruits in my mission. The elbow sneeze is good in theory, but the concept breaks down immediately in the face of the nasty reality.

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Six Steps for Dealing with a Sick College Student

Posted October 20, 2009 - 07:06 by Marla Walters

Healthcare

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My husband and I have survived phone calls from our daughter with the themes: “I’m lost,” “Uh, it’s 2:30 a.m., and…” and my personal favorite, “Oh, I’m in a night club.” The call we hate the most, however, is, “I’m sick.” Having a sick kid, miles away, at college, can be pretty hard on a parent. Here are six things you can do to help de-stress the “sick student” situation.

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