Month: August 2020

Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.Aug 6 2020 Two federal environmental standards regulating lead hazards in homes and child care facilities have different maximum thresholds, a discrepancy putting more than 35,000 kids in the United States at increased risk of lead poisoning. That’s according to a new study led by a Brown University researcher as the
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A large-scale analysis of the clinical characteristics of Alport syndrome in Japanese patients has revealed that the effectiveness of existing treatment with ACE inhibitors and/or angiotensin receptor blockers (RAS inhibitors) varies depending on the type of mutation in the syndrome’s causal gene (COL4A5). RAS inhibitors are widely administered to patients with chronic kidney diseases as
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A new study from the researchers at the Australian National University shows that there may be physical changes in the brain volume among persons who have coexisting and anxiety and depressive disorders. The study titled, “Volumetric brain differences in clinical depression in association with anxiety: a systematic review with meta-analysis,” was published in the latest
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The time has come for routine health care visits to include some form of dietary assessment and counseling, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association published today in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, an American Heart Association journal. The statement, written by a group of nutrition and cardiovascular disease experts, recommends
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Mom will get that perfect family picture, even if it takes all vacation! Filmed at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa where we are having a blast! http://di.sn/60000m56 Thanks for watching, liking & “sharing”! ▶ Subscribe for new videos M-W-F! http://bit.ly/sub2moms ▶ Behind-the-Scenes (up Thursday 9 AM ET)! ▶ Tips for Travel Snacks: http://youtu.be/ok13swttULg ▶
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Being able to Observe and Describe behavior is a powerful tool that allows parents to remain calm and focused during stressful situations. The skill of Observe and Describe helps correct negative behaviors positively and reinforce positive behavior. Observations of a child’s behavior will improve communication, boost positive interactions, and best of all, strengthens your relationship.
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Stave off the end-of-day hangries with one of these yummy (and nutritious!) kid-approved snacks. With the school year kicking into high gear once again, you’re going to be pretty busy rushing to pick-up and chauffeuring your kid to all their extracurricular activities. If you don’t have time to prepare all the cute Pinterest-worthy snacks you envisioned
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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
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