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New program offers holistic approach to treat the female athlete
April 4th, 2013
Boston Children's Hospital announces the Female Athlete Program, co-directed by Kathryn Ackerman, MD, MPH and Martha Murray, MD, both of the Sports Medicine Division. One of the only programs in the country of its kind, the Female Athlete Program combines sports medicine specialties to help pediatric and adult female athletes stay as healthy as possible while competing.
Infertility: Disease or Symptom, Crisis or Opportunity?
April 4th, 2013
On Wednesday, April 24, at 8:30 p.m. EDT, FertileHeart.com founder/author Julia Indichova will honor Infertility Awareness Week with a free webinar/teleconference addressing the challenges linked to the catchall diagnosis of infertility.
Top 10 Dog and Cat Medical Conditions that Prompt a Visit to the Vet
April 4th, 2013
Just like their human counterparts, when pets are afflicted with even seemingly minor ailments such as an ear infection, stomach ache or cough, it can prompt a visit to the doctor. While the majority of these conditions are rarely life threatening, they can become chronic and expensive to treat. Veterinary Pet Insurance Co.
Celebrate National Soyfoods Month This April
April 4th, 2013
April is National Soyfoods Month, and celebrating with delicious and affordable soyfoods – high in high-quality protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals – has never been easier, according to the Soyfoods Association of North America (SANA).
Health Tops Longevity Concerns for Middle-Income Americans
April 4th, 2013
Declining health is the number one longevity concern for middle-income Americans, nearly four times the concern over inadequate retirement savings (10 percent) or outliving their money (9 percent), the latest study released by the Bankers Life and Casualty Company Center For A Secure Retirement (CSR) reveals.
Seasonal Allergy Treatments for Children
April 3rd, 2013
Millions of people suffer from allergies every spring, including many children.
ACE Study Finds Kettlebell Training Effective
April 3rd, 2013
Kettlebells have been around since the 1700s, when Russian strongmen first started incorporating the equipment into their fitness routines. Since then, despite the hundreds of exercise programs and equipment that have come and gone, the primitive-designed kettlebell has continued to remain a strong force in the industry.
Play it Safe
April 2nd, 2013Prevent Facial Injuries With Simple Sports Safety Precautions
April is National Facial Protection Month and the Academy for Sports Dentistry (ASD), the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and the American Dental Association (ADA) are teaming up to remind parents, coaches and athletes to play it safe as they prepare to suit up f
April is National Primary Immunodeficiency Awareness Month
April 2nd, 2013Approximately 250,000 people are diagnosed with primary immunodeficiency diseases in the United States, but thousands more go undetected and untreated.
Over-diagnosis of reflux in infants leads to needless medication
April 2nd, 2013
Medications used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, are some of the most widely used medications in children less than one year old.
