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Osteoporosis is undoubtedly a pediatric disease! What does that mean? It means that this disease that mostly affects the elderly begins in childhood, especially in adolescence. Inadequate building of bone during the early adolescent years leads to a smaller bone "bank" and a greater risk of osteoporosis in later life.
July 20, 2011 | 1126
July 19, 2011 | Allie Williams, patient
My name is Allie Williams. I am 15 years old and live in Alexandria, Louisiana.
I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of 13, in May of 2009.
After going through many pediatricians and neurologists in Alexandria, Louisiana, I was referred to the Blue Bird Circle at Texas Children's Hospital where I saw Dr. Timothy Lotze, whom confirmed my diagnosis.
I awoke one morning to a tingling and numbness on my right side, walking problems and facial spasms.
July 11, 2011 | Parth Subhash Mehta, MDDr. Parth Mehta, Pediatric Oncologist - Botswana
July 07, 2011 | 1126
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Temperatures are rising and that only means one thing... summer is here!
Parents need to be prepared for a variety of summer outings whether it's going on vacation or making a trip to the park.
I recommend putting together a summer safety kit and keeping it in a convenient place so it's easy to grab when heading out the door.
Some important items that should be in this kit include: