Presumably this T cell activity can fail at some sites but not others; further study is required to understand how this happens. Understanding senescence of the immune system is an active area of research and the topic has been covered in excellent reviews84,85. Studies, mainly done in mice,...
Around six weeks postpartum, you'll visit your healthcare provider for a comprehensive postpartum checkup. Here's what happens at that appointment and what…
I found this site after buying a pack of extra-large flour tortillas from a restaurant supply store. I was so excited to find them I didn’t look at the ingredient list and after eating them for two meals and feeling a little off each time I decided to look up those ingredients. I s...
These toddler years are the foundation of your child's wellbeing throughout life. In fact, 80 percent of a person's nervous system development happens before the age of 3! Don't worry, you don't have to be a child development expert to give your toddler a good start in life. But he...
Self-pollination happens when pollen from a plant comes in contact with its own pistil. Seeds are produced but usually make for weaker plants. Cross-pollination occurs when the pollen from one plant is carried to the pistil of another plant. This type of pollination can produce the hardiest ...
2. Get the recommended immunizations Studies have shown that babies who have been immunized have up to a 50% reduced chance of SIDS, so you should be sure to get the recommended immunizations, as they can protect against serious illnesses. ...
Before your first appointment, you may be asked to fill out some forms online or by mail about your baby’s health and development, as well as how you are feeling and adjusting to life with a new baby. As for what happens during the visit, there are several routine steps your nurse an...
Since a baby’s first tooth is often anxiously awaited by parents and often takes longer than expected to poke through, I decided to post a couple of photos of a young baby that were taken before and after his first tooth came in — just five days apart. This will show you what you ...
Childhood immunization programmes, drinking water disinfection, source water protection and sanitation are all necessary actions which protect children from possible adverse impacts of ecological change. Pediatricians can play important roles as advocates by individual example and through community participation ...