Medulloblastoma is a rare but devastating childhood brain cancer. This cancer can spread through the spinal fluid and be deposited elsewhere in the brain or spine. Radiation therapy to the whole brain and spine followed by an extra radiation dose to the back of the brain prevents this spread and has been the standard of
“His life will be so different from mine, but I can’t help but worry. Until every country in the world allows gay marriage and gives everyone equal rights, I will always be scared.” Growing up, most of my friends were girls, and this is still true today. My best friend, Debbie, is a girl I
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Anthem, Credence, Harvest — English language has many words that have a beautiful sound and meaning. The words sound so pleasing that they are used as names for babies. Word names for babies have been a trend for a long time. While some of these word names are evergreen, some
Every day, around 15000 children under the age of five die from causes that could have been prevented. But the children of highly educated parents survive more often than others. This statistic applies worldwide, according to a newly published sweeping systematic review in The Lancet. The mother’s level of education is particularly important for their
Didn’t get a chance to say thank you to your kid’s teacher? It’s not too late. Not sure how to thank your kid’s teacher this year? With many schools across the country being mostly virtual, parents and kids may not be able to say their goodbyes or thank yous in person. Even if you don’t
As a kid, I was jealous of my non-Indigenous peers whose families had the luxury of not being touched by this traumatic history. When the news broke that 215 babies were buried on the ancestral lands of the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation, on the grounds of a former residential school, a lot of disturbing
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Mothers can continue to breastfeed their little ones during common illnesses, such as flu, fever, cold, mastitis, and diarrhea. You may follow a regular breastfeeding routine to meet your baby’s nutritional needs if the illnesses do not pass through breast milk. Mothers may ensure good hygiene, adequate hydration, and a
Children with documented child protection concerns are four times as likely to die before they reach their 16th birthday, according to confronting new research from the University of South Australia. The world first study identifies the extreme seriousness of familial child abuse and neglect, measuring for the first time the excess risk of death that
A new global study of 30-day outcomes in children and adolescents with COVID-19 found that while death was uncommon, the illness produced more symptoms and complications than seasonal influenza. The study, “30-day outcomes of Children and Adolescents with COVID-19: An International Experience,” published online in the journal Pediatrics, also found significant variation in treatment of
This article may include advertisements, paid product features, affiliate links and other forms of sponsorship. Dad is often the cornerstone of the family and works hard to provide, protect, and love his family. Father’s Day is quickly approaching and it is the best time of the year to spoil Dad and thank him for all
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE New mothers with active lifestyles often await the green signal from their doctor to begin their workouts post-childbirth. Irrespective of your choice of exercise, it sure feels great to be back on the move. But can you work out when you are breastfeeding your baby? Most new mothers have many
Did you spend hours planning the nursery and scrolling online for decor ideas when you were pregnant? Then there’s the adorable monthly milestone photos, with newborns snoozing peacefully in Moses baskets or pillow-y baby loungers. But not all of those cute pics you double-tap on Instagram or save to Pinterest are safe to replicate at
If a newborn is moved or becomes agitated while on a ventilator, the breathing tube also could move. Just a few seconds with the tube in the wrong position might lead to a critical lack of oxygen to the brain, possibly resulting in lifelong disability or brain damage or even ending the baby’s life. The
Not hearing Ojibway as a kid was something I didn’t give much thought to—probably because I didn’t know any different. No one spoke the language in my home. My mother, a former student of several residential schools, was ashamed of being Indigenous. In fact, she would sometimes tell people she was French. I grew up
According to estimates from the Children’s Bureau, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, there were 673,000 children in or entering foster care in the United States in 2019. Data from the Minnesota Department of Human Services say that approximately 15,300 children experienced foster care in 2019. Minnesotan children of color
Not sure what to buy for the Dad who has everything? From grilling to grooming, we’ve got Father’s Day gift ideas covered for the main man in your life. How is it already June? If you’re looking for a way to show that special guy in your life you think he’s great, we’ve rounded up
Image: Shutterstock IN THIS ARTICLE Taking care of a newborn can be stressful, and the adjustments you need to make in your life might add to your stress. Also, stress may not be the same for all mothers; some may handle it quite effectively, while others may struggle to cope with it. Stress can affect
I know we’re all used to saying “breastfeeding,” but as a lactation consultant, I believe that inclusive language is vital. Last month, in my first virtual meeting with a new client, I asked them how they identify and what they call their anatomy. Their baby was three weeks old. They were surprised I even asked
Therapy based on the Nintendo® Wii Balance Board can help improve balance in children with cerebral palsy, according to an analysis published in Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology. For the analysis, researchers from the University of Jaén, in Andalusia, Spain examined data from all relevant randomized controlled trial published to date. In 11 trials with
Heart attacks and strokes -; the leading causes of death in human beings -; are fundamentally blood clots of the heart and brain. Better understanding how the blood-clotting process works and how to accelerate or slow down clotting, depending on the medical need, could save lives. New research by the Georgia Institute of Technology and
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