Understanding Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) and Opioid Crisis Impact
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) is a condition where infants experience withdrawal symptoms from exposure to drugs in utero, with a significant impact seen in regions like southeastern Kentucky due to the opioid crisis. This syndrome manifests through various short and long-term effects, necessit
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Substance-Exposed Newborns and CPS Response
The initiative "Handle with C.A.R.E." aims to help substance-exposed newborns by addressing cases where infants are exposed to controlled substances or alcohol in utero. Health care providers play a key role in identifying such cases within six weeks of birth or at any time post-birth. CPS responses
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Importance of Iodine Nutrition During Pregnancy
Iodine is essential for thyroid hormone synthesis, crucial for neurological development in utero and early life. Adequate iodine levels prevent adverse effects like decreased IQ, goiter, hypothyroidism, and hyperthyroidism. Mild to moderate iodine deficiency in pregnant women can have adverse outcom
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Understanding DNA Methylation and Cadmium Exposure in Utero: An Epigenetic Analysis
Explore the complex relationship between DNA methylation and in utero exposure to cadmium through a set of informative slides created by Dana Haine, MS. Learn about the impacts of DNA methylation on gene expression and how changes in methylation levels can lead to gene silencing or activation. Disco
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Understanding Pregnancy: Signs, Diagnosis, and Medicolegal Aspects
Explore the stages of pregnancy from conception to foetal development, along with common signs and diagnostic methods. Uncover the medicolegal aspects of pregnancy, including how it impacts relationships and legal situations. From early signs to identifying foetal death in utero, this comprehensive
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Understanding the Impact of Trauma on a Child's Brain Development
Dive into the complexities of how trauma affects a child's brain development, exploring the different parts of the brain involved and the responses triggered by traumatic experiences. Gain insights into the in utero effects of trauma, the role of cortisol in stress responses, and practical tips for
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Club Foot (Congenital Talipes Equinovarus): A Comprehensive Overview
Club foot, also known as Congenital Talipes Equinovarus, is a condition characterized by a tri-planar deformity of the foot. This article covers the aetiology, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment options, and patient management strategies for club foot. It discusses the gene variations, environm
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Understanding Risk and Masculinity in Social Psychology Experiments
This experimental setting explores the impact of testosterone levels on risk-taking behaviors, using digit ratio as a proxy measure for testosterone. The Balloon Analogue Risk Task (BART) is employed to assess risk-taking tendencies in individuals with high and low testosterone levels. The measureme
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