The United States has a new tool to help expectant mothers stay healthy. A new service provides timely messages to expectant mothers in the hopes of decreasing our national infant mortality rate.
Before my baby was born, our doctor informed us that newborns will be screened at birth for a variety of diseases. They do this by taking some blood from the baby's heel and running a variety of tests. A recent CNN article confirmed that the government keeps our babies' DNA acquired from these newborn screenings, and this raises many privacy issues.
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.
Can doctors diagnose bipolar in toddlers? The answer may depend on what treatment options (medications) are available. The diagnosis has increased 40-fold over the last decade, thanks in part to a man who doesn't want to talk about payments he received from drug companies.
In addition to the numerous benefits that come with breastfeeding, doctors are gaining a better understanding of how it may help prevent obesity, as well.
Last fall, in an apparent effort to combat current rates of poor diet and obesity, Lincoln University in Pennsylvania required anyone with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 30 or above to take a fitness course.
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.
