The parents of Rhode Island high school student Eric Duquette were told their son would end up in an institution.
Instead, Duquette went on to become salutatorian of his high school class — and was accepted at every college to which he applied, ABC News reports.
Duquette was diagnosed with autism at an early age [...]
More than 40 varieties of infant and children’s liquid Tylenol, Motrin, Benadryl and Zyrtec were recalled late Friday because of manufacturing deficiencies that may affect the quality, purity or potency of the over-the-counter medications. The recall involves all unexpired lots (see the recall notice for a complete list).
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Dietary supplements are a great way to boost your calcium intake, but you’re better off getting the bone-building nutrient from your diet. Here’s how:
Eat your veggies. Certain leafy greens, like bok choy, kale, spinach, and collard greens, are high in calcium.
Watch the soda. Studies have shown [...]
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Although quite chatty now, our daughter wasn’t an early talker. I clearly remember the worry I felt when her doctor expressed mild concern over her lack of words. As a parent, it’s hard not to obsess over such developmental milestones, and you do what you can to help your child [...]
Earlier today I was having a chat with Kanaka Prasad. The issue of education (adult and kids) came up in our discussion. A bit later I went to a recruiting event organized by our University, where I talked a bit about degree requirements in our program etc. I came back to my office and checked [...]
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At the same time that the Food and Drug Administration announced a significant shift in its view on the potential health risks posed by Bisphenol A, the Department of Health and Human Services said that it is investing $30 million in human and animal studies over the next two years to yield further [...]
When you bought that impressive new flat-panel TV to replace your old CRT model, what did you do with the clunker? If, like many Americans, you moved it to another room and set it atop a dresser or bureau, you may have inadvertently created a death trap.
Dr. Mulpuri joined me to discuss primary education challenges for Indian parents raising their kids in the US. He answered questions from several callers.
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