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Cold Hands, Warm Heart?

Jan 02, 2007 - We all know that you can't "catch a cold from being cold," but feeling cold will affect your immune system, making it less able to protect itself from germs. So whenever you're going to be in cold weather - make sure you're dressed right with long underwear, a warm coat, a hat, and mittens. Check out these down mittens from Sierra Designs. - 0 Comments

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Shingles and chickenpox (Varicella-zoster virus)

Oct 08, 2008 - In This Report

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Highlights New Chickenpox Immunization Schedule In 2007, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) updated the immunization schedule for the chickenpox vaccine. The CDC now recommends that children receive two doses of the vaccine. - 1 Comment

Varicella-zoster virus

Oct 08, 2008 - Overview

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M The varicella–zoster virus (VZV) can cause two diseases: chickenpox (varicella) and shingles (herpes zoster). Before a vaccine was developed in 1994, chickenpox was a common contagious childhood disease that produced itchy blisters but rarely caused serious problems. However, if adults who had not had the disease as children contracted it, it could cause more serious complications. - 0 Comments

Baby Supplies You Need

Oct 08, 2008 - HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Baby Supplies You Need As you begin to get ready for your baby to come home, there are a few essential items that you'll want to make sure you have. Many of these items can appear on your registry as baby shower gifts. Otherwise, you may want to purchase them at your convenience. - 0 Comments

Temper tantrums

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Temper tantrums are disruptive or undesirable behaviors or emotional outbursts displayed in response to unmet needs or desires. They may also refer to an inability to control emotions due to frustration or difficulty expressing a particular need or desire. Alternative Names Acting-out behaviors Information Temper tantrums or "acting-out" behaviors are natural during early childhood development. - 0 Comments

Apert syndrome

Sep 04, 2008 - Overview

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Illustrations Syndactyly HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M Definition Apert syndrome is a genetic disease in which the seams between the skull bones close earlier than normal. This affects the shape of the head and face. Alternative Names Acrocephalosyndactyly Causes, incidence, and risk factors Apert syndrome can be passed down through families (inherited). - 0 Comments

Spring Skiing and Riding

Apr 11, 2007 - I know snow is a weird topic to bring up now, but in certain parts of the world, spring hasn't quite sprung. Many of the mountains are still covered in snow, so this weekend might be the last time to snap on your skis or board and hit the slopes. For some, spring skiing and riding is better than winter skiing because there has been tons of snowfall, the skies are clearer, and the air is warmer. - 5 Comments

Winter Sports: It's All About the Layers

Dec 17, 2007 - With Winter comes a wide variety of snow sports like cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, as well as the unique challenge of Winter running. I hope that you are not under the delusion that just because it's cold outside, you are not going to sweat. Sweating and Winter don't mix! - 3 Comments

Prevent and Treat Windburn

Jan 15, 2008 - If you like to venture out in the cold weather, you want to protect your skin from windburn. No it's not a Winter sunburn because it's not caused by the sun's harmful rays. Even though it may feel like a bad sunburn, it's actually caused by a combination of cold temperatures and low humidity. - 3 Comments