With results from each of these panels, the health professional would assess the patient's values relative to their reference intervals and determine which condition they most likely have. Understanding the purpose of blood tests and how to interpret them can help patients partner with their health...
Trials are taking place around the world to determine who will represent their countries in Paris. And next week, all eyes will be on USA gymnastics trials in Minneapolis as 16 women compete for one of five coveted spots on Team USA. Olympic superstar gymnast Simone Biles is looking to make...
Kids are taught by pop culture to think it’s cool to talk back and put down parents and teachers. Added to this dynamic is the fact that Baby Boomers and Gen Xers are generally less authoritarian and more submissive than prior generations were, and therefore much less likely to s...
“It doesn’t have to be anything crazy, but get the feel of being in a children’s hospital,” Norton says. ”There are sad and difficult parts, but the resilience and joy that kids bring even when they are sick is what sustains me and brings me joy in my work even when it’s ...
Predisposition to canker sores may just be genetic. However, some diseases that affect the immune system such as lupus, Crohn's disease, celiac disease, or HIV/AIDS may cause frequent or recurrent canker sores. Healthcare professionals can order tests to determine if there is an underlying medic...
1. Determine your preferences Before you even begin searching for a pediatrician for your child, it may be helpful to consider what you want in adoctorand which traits and characteristics will make you feel most comfortable, Adelman explains. ...
If you seem to have enlarged hemorrhoids, the doctor will probably recommend a proctoscopy. During a proctoscopy, a short tube with light and a lens will be used to examine the membranes lining your rectum. This will let your doctor see the enlarged hemorrhoids and determine their size. Ag...
The autonomic nervous system regulates certain body processes, such as blood pressure and the rate of breathing. This system works automatically (autonomously), without a person’s conscious effort. It’s normal for these two branches to be in constant competition with each other; that’s what ...
While Everytown was not able to determine the type of gun used in each incident they recorded, handguns were used in 86% of the incidents with available firearm information. Pistols, which are themost popular type of firearmin the U.S., require different amounts of force to pull the trigg...
Mood disorders in kids and teens are distinguished by their frequency and severity. Here's what to know about symptoms, causes and treatment. Vanessa CaceresMay 9, 2025 Create an Account Create a free account to save articles, sign up for newsletters and more. ...