Concern about indoor mold growth in homes, offices and schools has increased dramatically since the media has made us aware that exposures to toxic molds can cause a variety of health effects and symptoms. Health […]
Celiac disease has been linked to an increasing number of neurological issues. It has also been shown to potentially shorten lifespan if left untreated. Readers requested more information on gluten sensitivity, and we asked Dr. […]
A reader wrote to ask about the interaction between alcohol and tics or Tourette syndrome. Dr. Albert Robbins, an ACN Latitudes advisory board member, provided the response to that initial question. The answer was featured in our […]
A parent sent the following question to ACN Latitudes. Dr. Robbins, an advisory board member, provided a response. Question: My boys, ages 14 and 10, were diagnosed with tic disorders several years ago. One has […]
Dr. Robbins, an environmental physician and allergist, replied to a question received by ACN Latitudes. Question We live in Ohio and have a 16-year-old son with Tourette syndrome (TS). Jerry was diagnosed in 4th grade. […]
This question was received by ACN Latitudes and replied to by Dr. Albert Robbins: Question My 10-year-old daughter has Tourette’s, ADHD, anxiety and OCD. I was doing some reading and wonder if anyone has tried […]
People with Tourette syndrome may find that alcohol consumption increases their tics.
I hope this case report will help shed light on how a biomedical and environmental approach to a serious tic disorder can be useful. Personal History: MC is a 13-year-old girl. Background Information: This patient […]