Pediatrics

Antipsychotic Medications Cause Substantial Weight Gain in Children and Adolescents, According to Scientists at the Feinstein Institute for Medical Research and Zucker Hillside Hospital

It has been known for several years that antipsychotic medications can cause weight gain in adults and increase the risk for serious metabolic disorders. Scientists at The Zucker Hillside Hospital and The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research embarked on a large study following children and adolescents who have been prescribed antipsychotic medicines for the first time and examining the impact they had on weight gain and metabolic changes. Indeed, researchers identified a worrisome degree of weight gain and caution their colleagues to take these changes seriously. Weight gain and changes in blood glucose and lipid metabolism can be precursors of diabetes, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, stroke and heart attack. The children tested were between 4-19 years old. (PRWeb Oct 28, 2009)


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GuardRFID’s cost effective Active RFID Platform now available from ITCube

Next Generation small, inexpensive Active RFID platform by Guard RFID will be distributed by business process transformation specialists, ITCube which will bring the leading edge active radio frequency products and solutions to their Healthcare and Industrial/, Enterprise clients in the US, Europe and the Middle East. (PRWeb Oct 28, 2009)


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LocumTenens.com Launches Online Job Index

Index Shows Falloff in Third Quarter 2009 (PRWeb Oct 23, 2009)


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Seattle Public Schools Get Free “Helmets 4 Safety”

Plastic Surgeons Donate Sport Helmets to Local School Children (PRWeb Oct 22, 2009)


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Hertz Family Foundation Completes $1 Million Support Grant to Aleh Foundation in Israel

Aleh, with four centers in Israel, cares for children with medical conditions such as autism, cerebral palsy and Down syndrome, as well as genetic disorders including Tay-Sachs, Canavan disease and Rett syndrome. In 2009, Judah Hertz and his family have met pledges of more than $2 million made to programs in Israel. (PRWeb Oct 22, 2009)


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TheJuppy.com Introduces a New Baby Walker That Makes Sense! For Only $19.95

The Juppy Baby Walker is revolutionary new invention that will redefine the baby walker. You will be amazed at the simplicity of using the Juppy and how it eliminates back pain from not having to bend over while teaching your baby to walk. (PRWeb Oct 21, 2009)


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The New York City LAB Middle School and Y Water Launch an Innovative Nutrition Program for Students and Parents

As part of its commitment to health and wellness, Y Water proudly announces an innovative Pilot Nutrition Program created in conjunction with the New York City LAB Middle School in Chelsea. This is the first-ever collaboration between a New York City school and a corporate partner to establish a working Nutrition Committee. (PRWeb Oct 21, 2009)


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New Pediatric Indication for Locoid Lipocream® (hydrocortisone butyrate, 0.1%) Cream, the Leading Mid-Potency Brand of Topical Corticosteroids

New Studies Confirm Safety and Efficacy for Children with Atopic Dermatitis As Young as 3 Months of Age (PRWeb Oct 21, 2009)


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Fit for Kids’ Sake! Announces Inaugural International Fitness Day: Event to Focus on Putting Health and Fitness Back into a Regular Routine

Fit For Kids' Sake!, announced the inaugural International Fitness Day occurring on October 30, 2009. The event was established as the day dedicated to help recognize the importance of health and fitness for everyone worldwide! (PRWeb Oct 21, 2009)


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Family Portrait Month Supports Operation Smile and Helps Create Children’s Smiles

Participating photographers pledge a portion of their sales to PPA Charities to help a non-profit organization provide cleft lip, cleft palate and other surgeries. (PRWeb Oct 20, 2009)


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