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Drawing Helps Traumatized Children Verbalize Feelings
Drawing helps children who have been traumatized by drug-addicted fathers to speak their feelings, a recent study demonstrated. (Read more about Drawing Helps Traumatized Children Verbalize Feelings)
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Dr. Peter Ferraro, D.C.
224 Midland Ave.
Saddle Brook,
NJ
07663
Call 888-283-6198
If you are suffering with back pain, you may be desperate to find relief. Finding back pain relief can be easy with the right doctor. Dr. Peter Ferraro DC, has been treating people for acute and chronic neck and back pain for years, helping them find the relief they need to live a healthy and active life. Dr. Ferraro specializes in the Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) procedure, which can help treat pan originating in the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine as well as the sacroiliac and pelvic region.
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Genetic 'Switch' Can Trigger Insulin-Producing Cells
Researchers have discovered a way in mice to convert another type of pancreas cell into critical insulin-producing beta cells lost in patients with type I diabetes, according to a new report in the journal Cell. The key to the discovery is a single transcription factor called the Pax4 gene. (Read more about Genetic 'Switch' Can Trigger Insulin-Producing Cells)
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Dr. Michael L. Eggleston, DC
Eggleston Chiropractic & Rehab
3000 N. Market Ave.
Suite C. Fayetteville,
AR
72703
Call 479-575-0105
Tired of tossing and turning in bed from constant back pain? Have you tried over-the-counter drugs, but still continue to feel pain everyday. Get back to a pain-free, healthy lifestyle today. If you are in the Fayetteville, AR area, Dr. Michael L. Eggleston, D.C. of Eggleston Chiropractic is a caring back pain doctor ready to help you. Don’t live in pain anymore and get the help you deserve, call Dr. Eggleston.
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The Challenges of Children's Sleep Apnea
Children spend almost 40% their childhood asleep. It is an important factor in a child's physical and mental development. Good quality sleep is as important as proper nutrition and exercise for a child's healthy development. But what happens when children can't get sound sleep? Children's Sleep apnea is a serious health condition that can result in devastating health consequences. (Read more about The Challenges of Children's Sleep Apnea)
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Hauptman Family Health Center
Hauptman Family Health Center
Rodin Place, 2000 Hamilton Street Ste. 303
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania
19130
Call 888-551-0868
Massage can help you feel better physically by relieving pain from tense muscles, it can promote deeper sleep, increase job performance and decrease mental fatigue. If you have been feeling stressed lately and are suffering with back pain, massage therapy is greatly beneficial in treating conditions like this. At Hauptman Family Health Center, they offer their patients a multidisciplinary, integrated and holistic approach to their health. If you are looking for superior care in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area, Dr. Hauptman and his knowledgeable staff can use their expertise to bring you the relief you need.
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Clumsiness and Obesity Intertwined
Children with poor coordination could be at higher risk of obesity later in life. The research published in the British Medical Journal found that youngsters who performed least well in tests assessing cognitive and physical function were far morely likely to be obese by age 33. Researchers examined test results from the on-going National Child Development Study involving more than 11,000 people since 1958. (Read more about Clumsiness and Obesity Intertwined)
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Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Milstein Hospital Building, 7-435, 177 Fort Washington Avenue
Manhattan,
NY
10032
Call 718-690-7415
The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center in Manhattan NYC has consistently been on US News and World Report's top ten list of Cardiac Surgery Programs for seven years running. In addition to on- and off-pump coronary bypass surgery they perform a considerable amount of valve procedures, and are recognized for their leadership in valve repair.
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The Global Threat of Secondhand Smoke
Though studies have linked secondhand smoke to death an illness, a new study suggests that very little is done by parents to protect their children. Appearing in the latest issue of the American Journal of Public Health, the study examined the smoking histories of the adults in the homes, exposures to secondhand smoke inside the house, around the community, and attitudes toward smoking. Researchers used air-sampling technology to examine nicotine levels in the homes and hair samples to measure individual levels of exposure in non-smoking women and children. (Read more about The Global Threat of Secondhand Smoke)
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Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Lawrence Hospital Center | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
55 Palmer Avenue, First Floor
Bronxville,
NY
10708
Call (888) 729-2857
Has an injured shoulder cause pain or discomfort in your everyday activities? Does shoulder pain make it difficult to play catch or go bowling? The shoulder joint is known for its strength, reliability and ability to perform many repeated tasks. If you're dealing with a consistent lack of strength and mobility in the shoulder because of pain, then surgery may be necessary. At the Lawrence Hospital Center for Orthopedics and Sports Medicine they are constantly surgically and non-surgically treating muscle, bone and joint injuries. For those in the New Rochelle, New York area, real treatment is only a phone call away.
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Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There
A recent report by health provider BUPA has found that people's worries are damaging their health by causing sleepless nights, loss of sex drive, and erratic eating habits. The 2007 Worry Report demonstrates that almost one in five people constantly worry about numerous things, and more than half feel they worry more now than five years ago. Half of the people surveyed this year, which is 6% more than in 2006, claimed they were more worried about their health and their family's health than about other concerning issues such as climate change or terrorist attacks. The survey finds that almost three quarters of people worry, but around 19% admit to worrying all the time or about a number of things. (Read more about Worried Sick? There Might Be Some Truth There)
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Dr. Michael Mulvaney, DC
Spinal Correction Center of Richmond
8536 Patterson Ave.
Richmond,
Virginia
23229
Call 888-804-5326
If you are one of the many people struggling with back pain, you are not alone. Back pain is one of the most common afflictions affecting adults today. The Spinal Correction Center of Richmond is committed to providing you with the highest quality chiropractic care, spinal decompression, and postural correction. With years of experience helping patients, Dr. Michael Mulvaney, DC, not only gives you the best in standard chiropractic care, he also specializes in Lumbar (Spinal) Decompression. If pain is keeping you from doing everyday activities, there is now a safe, non-surgical way to treat it.
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No Kidding, Let's Get Active
Childhood obesity has become a major health problem in America. About 16% of children ages 11-17 are overweight, which can have a lifelong effect on health and self-image. The focus on childhood obesity tends to point to school activities and school lunches, but a recent study at Ohio State University found that the time when kids can gain the most weight is over the summer break. One of the best ways to keep kids healthy is to keep them active, but it isn't always easy to come up with new ways to get them moving - here are some starters: (Read more about No Kidding, Let's Get Active)
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Columbia University Medical Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
Columbia University Medical Center | Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery
The Herbert Irving Pavilion,161 Fort Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Room 620
New York City,
NY
10032
Call 888-857-1803
People make the decision to have bariatric surgery for different reasons. Some are concerned about their appearance, while others have serious medical conditions. Many are just tired of the burden of obesity. Whatever your reasons are, Columbia University Center for Bariatric Surgery in Manhattan, NYC can help.
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Childhood Obesity Linked to Sugar Levels During Pregnancy
Each year, it is estimated that 8% of pregnant women in the US develop gestational diabetes, where hyperglycemia and insulin resistance develop as a result of pregnancy. The childhood obesity rate has doubled in the last two decades and it is estimated that 7 million overweight or obese children will grow into overweight or obese adults. A study in the September issue of Diabetes Care has found the risk of childhood obesity increases in line with the pregnant mother's blood sugar levels. The research team of Kaiser Permanent Center for Health Research analyzed records of nearly 9,500 mother-child pairs who were members of the organizations health plan through the years of 1995 and 2000. The evidence found that diabetes in pregnant women resulted in an 89 percent higher risk of the child becoming overweight and an 82 percent higher risk of the child becoming obese between the ages of 5 and 7 years. (Read more about Childhood Obesity Linked to Sugar Levels During Pregnancy)
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Dr. Tauseef Ahmed, M.D.
Westchester Oncology & Hematology
19 Bradhurst Avenue
Hawthorne,
NY
10532
Call (888) 850-9152
Are you looking for a caring medical center in Westchester, NY that provides the finest medical techniques currently available for breast cancer? The Westchester Oncology and Hematology Group (WOHG) offices are conveniently located in Westchester, NY to offer you the highest standards in treatment.
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Prenatal Multivitamins May Reduce Risk of Pediatric Cancers
Moms-to-be, take your multi-vitamins. It's become widely accepted that mothers taking folic acid during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of several birth defects. But a new study at the University of Toronto finds a correlation between pre-natal multivitamins containing folic acid and the decreased risk of several pediatric cancers: leukemia, brain tumors, and neuroblastoma (a malignant tumor in nerve tissue). This report in Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics found that taking a multivitamin with folic acid before and during early pregnancy could reduce the risk of leukemia by 36%, childhood brain tumors by 27%, and neuroblastoma by 47%. (Read more about Prenatal Multivitamins May Reduce Risk of Pediatric Cancers)
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Dr. Evan S. Levine DC
20 East Chiropractic of Midtown
20 E. 46 St. Suite 202
New York,
NY
10017
Call 212-687-3865
Trying to find the right treatment for back pain can difficult. Medications are only a temporary fix, masking the pain. Surgery can be risky and take months, even years to fully recover from. If you are looking for a non-invasive treatment for pain, Dr. Evan S. Levine DC of 20 East Chiropractic of Midtown in Midtown Manhattan, NYC is an experienced chiropractor ready to help you. If you are in pain, call today.
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Children of Smokers Are Less Healthy Than They Seem
Children with smoking parents may not be as healthy as they appear. A study presented at the American Thoracic Society International Conference shows that although children of smokers may not exhibit respiratory problems, they may still be suffering from damage to their airways. Some researchers claim that children of smokers are more likely to have respiratory problems such as puffing, wheezing, and cases of pneumonia. However it is unclear if there is impairment in children who have no respiratory complaints or diagnosed problems. (Read more about Children of Smokers Are Less Healthy Than They Seem)
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Dr. George N. Pace
Manhattan Footcare, P.C.
52 Duane Street
New York,
NY
10001
Call (888) 567-6446
Had a bad day at the workplace or on the sports field and hurt your foot? Dr. George Pace of Manhattan, NYC is a podiatrist with experience and training in sports medicine and related foot injuries. He practices at Manhattan Footcare where patients can benefit from the experience of Board Certified specialists with over 20 years combined experience on the staff.
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