A pair of new journal articles by researchers at the University of Colorado School of Medicine indicate that both genetic and environmental factors play significant roles in the onset of vitiligo, an autoimmune disease that results in the loss of color in blotches of skin. The findings also show that while the tools for scientific
Month: July 2019
An international collaborative led by Ludwig Cancer Research and Cancer Research UK has identified key areas that are central to uncovering the complex relationship between nutrition and cancer. Advancing research on these core areas using a holistic, cross-disciplinary approach could catalyze progress urgently needed to prevent cancer and improve public health globally. Their main observations
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5 Decluttering Mistakes to Avoid // Stop Sabotaging Your Efforts! The Parenting Junkie shares with us common decluttering mistakes we all make. After watching this you’ll know which decluttering mistakes to avoid. Specifically this video will address 5 decluttering mistakes. After learning these 5 decluttering mistakes to avoid you’ll be on your way to a
Kids talk about receiving a cancer diagnosis, their personal experiences and advice to their peers. This video is an excerpt from A Journey of Hope, a DVD produced by St. Louis Children’s Hospital about what you need to know about your child’s cancer and care. For more information on St. Louis Children’s Hospital cancer services,
The elastic muscles of the vagina can stretch and return to their usual shape. During aging and after childbirth, the muscles around the vagina may become less strong. Despite the myths, sex does not have a lasting impact on vaginal tension. The pelvic floor muscles surround the vagina. These may weaken over time, which can
A small amount of mucus in a baby’s poop is likely no cause for concern if there are no other symptoms. However, large quantities of mucus, mucus that appears in several stools in a row, or accompanying signs of diarrhea could each point to an allergy, a gastrointestinal infection, or another problem. The intestines naturally
IN THIS ARTICLE Curly hair has a mind and a personality of its own. It is gorgeous, full of life, and looks uber chic, but it also requires some effort to make it behave properly. Aah! The thing is curly hairstyles for girls do not require ninja tactics but just a little maintenance and regular
Physical activity has many well-known health benefits, but its association with lung function in childhood and adolescence is not well understood. A new study by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a center supported by “la Caixa”, has for the first time demonstrated an association between regular physical activity during childhood and higher lung-function
New parents are always thrilled when their offspring finally speaks its first words – usually at the age of 12 to 18 months. What parents often don’t know: the regions of the brain that recognize and process speech sounds start to specialize at a much earlier stage. An interdisciplinary working group of the Department of
A new review of Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (PARDS) highlights the lack of data available for standard treatment approaches and adjunctive therapies, leading to significant variability in patient management. This comprehensive review article, which also identifies a great need for studies to generate outcomes data in pediatric patients with ARDS, is published in Pediatric
Unschooling Daily Routine The Parenting Junkie gives us a behind the scenes look of a day in the life of a work at home mom (wahm). The day in the life of a mom morning starts off with elimination communication (EC) and baby potty learning. In this unschooling daily routine we see how a morning
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Many new and expectant mothers are beaming with excitement and joy as they prepare to welcome their new bundle of joy into the world. However, it is common for some expectant mothers to experience high levels of anxiety and even become depressed before or after childbirth. Here are some of the most common symptoms of
Congestion is common in babies. Baby congestion is usually harmless, but it can sometimes be uncomfortable, causing a stuffy nose and noisy or rapid breathing. Babies may experience congestion in their nose (called nasal congestion), or it may sound as though the congestion is in their chest. The symptoms differ depending on where the congestion
Stimulant medications are the first-line treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Common symptoms of ADHD include hyperactivity, impulsive behavior, and difficulty paying attention. Recently, researchers have been investigating several different supplements that may help alleviate ADHD symptoms. In this article, we outline the research into some of the more promising hormone, dietary, and herbal
A handbag is an accessory that every girl, young or old, needs to store a book, money, makeup, or anything else of value. Carrying a handbag is not just a fad anymore, which means that your little girl should also get one if she asks for it. The best handbags are practical and stylish at
Alexander Wallerson was 12 years old when he saw a popular movie with his mother. Now 26, he remembers that specific day vividly. It was the first time he experienced the signs of multiple sclerosis (MS).”I walked like I was drunk,” says Wallerson, who lives in New Brunswick. “I was limping but not in pain.”
For respiratory infections in children under 12, physicians are increasingly more likely to recommend antihistamines and less likely to recommend cough and cold medicines, a Rutgers study found. Antihistamines are widely used over-the-counter to treat various allergic conditions. However, these medicines have little known benefit for children with colds, and some older antihistamines cause sedation
In a study published July 26 online in the journal Diabetes, physician-researchers from University Hospitals Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine found that the asthma medication montelukast (brand name Singulair) can inhibit early changes in diabetic retinopathy, the eye disease which develops due to diabetes, in a mouse
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