June 14, 2013
What is Jaundice
Newborn jaundice is when a baby has high levels of bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a yellow substance that the body creates when it replaces old red blood cells.
News & Events: Symptoms and Conditions
May 30, 2013
Ear Tubes Help Children with Recurrent Ear Infections
Children who have recurrent ear infections, hearing loss or speech delay may need ear tubes. Placing the tubes in the ears drains the fluid and ventilates the middle ear. Tubes may keep ear infections from recurring or keep fluid from building up behind the eardrum.
May 23, 2013
Diabetes Management Requires Special Attention at School
For school children with diabetes, there is more on their daily school planner besides when to go to math, history and science. Students with diabetes have to manage their diabetes properly and need to have a good support network of teachers, staff, nurses, coaches and others in their daily school life.
May 16, 2013
How Can I Tell if my Child has Asthma
Asthma causes swelling and inflammation in the airways that lead to the lungs. When asthma flares up, the airways tighten and become narrower, keeping air from passing through easily and making it hard for your child to breathe.
May 14, 2013
What Does a Lactation Consultant Do
Lactation consultants are professional breastfeeding specialists trained to help mothers, along with the healthcare team, with a variety of issues. They work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, physician offices, and private practice.
April 18, 2013
What is Anaphylaxis
Allergies are common and usually not life-threatening. But there can be cases of anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction that needs immediate medical treatment.
What is Restless Leg Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a condition in which your legs feel very uncomfortable when you are sitting or lying down. It can make sleeping and traveling difficult and uncomfortable. It can happen at any age but often worsens with age and becomes a problem for older adults.
April 11, 2013
Prenatal Care Important for Mother and Baby
A pregnancy can be filled with many joys and wonders as well as concerns and fears. It is important for the mother to take care of herself and her baby too, with prenatal care.
April 5, 2013
My Cold has Turned into a Sinus Infection
Sinusitis can follow a cold, allergies or anything else that can cause swelling in the sinuses, preventing the outflow of mucus. Symptoms of a sinus infection are similar to those of a cold but if they do not go away after 10 days see a doctor.
March 18, 2013
Learn About Knee Replacement Surgery
Knee replacements are one of the most common orthopedic surgeries and will only increase as the population ages. As we get older, arthritis or perhaps an injury severely weaken the knee joint making regular activities like walking or climbing stairs too painful and other remedies, such as medication, no longer effective.
March 14, 2013
How Common is a Broken Collarbone
A broken collarbone – also known as the clavicle – is one of the most commonly broken bones. Male teens break it most often – usually while playing a contact sport such as football or hockey.
Why Do I Have Hypertension
Nearly one-third of people do not realize they have hypertension, known as a silent killer, because it rarely causes symptoms, even as it inflicts serious damage to the body. Left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to vision problems, as well as to heart attack, stroke, and other potentially fatal conditions, including kidney failure.
March 8, 2013
What is Scarlet Fever
Scarlet fever is an illness that develops in some people who have strep throat. It is often accompanied by a sore throat and a high fever and features a bright red rash that, if untreated, can cover most of the body.
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