Vision :: Test young children for vision problems
The sooner problems with vision are detected, the quicker a child can get the necessary treatment.
Pregnancy
Acne :: Safe use of isotretinoin – accutane for treating severe acne
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing approval of a strengthened distribution program for isotretinoin, called iPLEDGE, aimed at preventing use of the drug during pregnancy.
ADHD :: Smoking in pregnancy raises ADHD risk for child
Women who smoke during pregnancy are nearly twice as likely to have children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a new study finds.
Pregnancy :: Simple blood test predict pregnancy complications
Canadian researchers believe they’ve discovered a simple blood test to predict a mysterious blood pressure disorder in pregnant women that is one of the leading causes of mother and infant death in the world.
Skin Care :: Resurfacing skin peel – Gelpeel Information
The resurfacing skin peel uses a combination of acids to remove skin layers. Depending on the result and condition on the skin there are different combinations of the acids used. The gradual release of the active principles and occlusive effect of the gel are the reasons why the peeling is so quick and intense and make Compositum Cold-Linked Gel a unique product, which is also particularly safe. There are 4 different combinations of the peels, none of which are suitable for Medium to Dark Asia skin or Afro-Caribbean skin as pigmentation damage may occur.
Acne :: Crack Down on Internet Sales of Isotretinoin
In a letter sent to the Food and Drug Administration, the American Academy of Dermatology Association (AADA) called on the FDA to halt Internet sales of isotretinoin, commonly known as Accutane. To assist government efforts, the AADA is providing the FDA with a preliminary list of Internet sites from which isotretinoin can be purchased.
Pregnancy :: Pomegranate juice reduces brain injuries in babies
Drinking pomegranate juice during pregnancy may help reduce the risk of brain injuries in babies, US researchers have found.
Asthma :: Childhood asthma linked to behavior problems in adolescence
Children who have asthma/bronchitis at five years of age may be at an increased risk of developing certain behavioral problems as teenagers, a recent report shows.
Breast Lift :: Raise and reshape sagging breasts – mastopexy
Over the years, factors such as pregnancy, nursing, and the force of gravity take their toll on a woman’s breasts. As the skin loses its elasticity, the breasts often lose their shape and firmness and begin to sag.
Breast Augmentation :: Enhance the size and shape of a woman’s breast
Breast augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman’s breast for a number of reasons: