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Pediatricians see more children because of middle ear problems than any other health issue. The condition, otitis media, and can occur with or without “effusion” (OME). In a case of OME, fluid in the ear […]
Earlier this year, after 50 years of policy and controversy, the US Department of Health and Human Services and the US Environmental Protection Agency proposed a major reduction in the amount of fluoride in drinking […]
The dramatic increase in the incidence of asthma has triggered alarm among parents and the medical community. Timehas just reported on a study by Dr. De-Kun Li, an epidemiologist at Kaiser Permanente Division of Research […]
In intradermal testing, a small amount of a very diluted antigen solution (i.e., a pollen, dust, food) is injected just under the skin, forming a “wheal.” The body’s response to this antigen is carefully measured. Subcutaneous immunotherapy in this article refers to the use of specialized injections to “neutralize” the allergic reaction.
Research continues to support the use of probiotics for optimal health. Combination products are often recommended, and it can be difficult to know the purpose of certain probiotics. The list in this article helps clarify […]
Pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with Streptococcus (PANDAS) involves childhood-onset obsessive compulsive disorder and tic disorders. The symptoms resemble Sydenham chorea, primarily because they have an acute onset after a bout with group A Streptococcus […]
Which country requires the most infant vaccine doses and yet has the highest infant mortality rate? Yes, that would be the United States, based on new research (May 4, 2011). Those demanding scrutiny of vaccine policies have […]
We’ve all had the problem of pesky mosquitoes, spiders, fleas, and other bugs. We want to avoid toxic products but don’t know what will truly work. Stephen Tvedtenn has produced an online volume that should have what you are […]