Designs for Health

MARCH 19, 2024

The body’s response to allergens is a complex process that involves immune and inflammatory pathways. It often manifests as conditions such as allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and food allergies, and is estimated to affect more than 20% of the general population. By Cory Ambrose, ND, MAT

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Stanford Childrens

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Roshni Mathew, MD , and Hayden Schwenk, MD , pediatric infectious diseases specialists at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health, answer questions that parents have about the monoclonal antibody shot for RSV and other vaccines that are important to get heading into respiratory virus season. This must be given once a month during RSV season.

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Stanford Childrens

MARCH 1, 2024

In celebration of Women’s History Month, we’re sharing the stories of women in medicine caring for other women and children across Stanford Medicine Children’s Health , from the operating room to research labs to advocacy in the community. This is the first part of a monthlong series in honor of Women’s History Month.

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Designs for Health

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The gastrointestinal mucosa plays a pivotal role in the immune system, GI system, and overall health. The GI mucosa supports intestinal barrier function, regulates healthy immune responses, and wards off potentially harmful antigens and microorganisms. allergies , obesity, chronic liver disease ). .

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PLT4M

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Sleep lesson plans can empower students with the knowledge and skills to tap into the power of sleep for overall health and wellness. In fact, students struggle with the quantity and quality of sleep that can promote better overall health. Incorporating sleep lesson plans into PE and health is also a natural fit. Walker, M.

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Designs for Health

APRIL 10, 2023

Deficiencies in vitamin D in the pediatric population may be a result of inadequate nutritional intake, decreased absorption, darker skin pigmentation, lack of sun exposure, and genetic conditions. However, evidence suggests that vitamin D status may play a role in children’s bone health. ng/mL to 44.76

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Designs for Health

MARCH 26, 2024

While vitamin D is perhaps best known for its role in bone health and calcium metabolism, it exerts critical immunomodulatory actions throughout the body. Vitamin D receptors (VDRs) are present in various immune cells and play a pivotal role in regulating immune responses. This, in turn, may influence immune homeostasis.

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A Positive Approach To Teen Health

MARCH 28, 2023

However, too much stress, and spending too much time in a state of stress response, can negatively affect your health. When the body is in constant fight or flight mode, it opens the door to many health problems down the road as the immune system can be compromised. Depression can affect physical health.

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Stanford Childrens

OCTOBER 4, 2022

At age 2, Traejen was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune form of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) , where the immune system produces a chemical that causes the filters in the kidneys to leak. It’s a two-transplant approach, pioneered at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health for certain kidney diseases , including autoimmune FSGS.

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Designs for Health

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This may be due to the role the gastrointestinal microbiome plays in the development and function of the immune system. The body’s response to allergens is a complex process that involves immune and inflammatory pathways. However, research indicates a link between gut microbial health and a healthy response to certain allergens.

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Designs for Health

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Autoimmunity refers to an abnormal response from the immune system that may lead to the destruction of certain tissues or organs. There are more than 80 conditions that are categorized as autoimmune diseases , and epidemiologic evidence suggests that some may be increasing in prevalence. Micronutrients, such as vitamin D and ?-3

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Designs for Health

APRIL 12, 2023

Deficiencies in vitamin D in the pediatric population may be a result of inadequate nutritional intake, decreased absorption, darker skin pigmentation, lack of sun exposure, and genetic conditions. However, evidence suggests that vitamin D status may play a role in children’s bone health. ng/mL to 44.76

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The Sporting

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Conditioning your body for peak athletic performance will help you to feel motivated and progress quickly. Condition Your Body Where It Matters It's best to condition all of your muscles, regardless of your sport or activity. Stay Hydrated Drinking enough water during a workout is vital for your health and performance.

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The Sporting

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

This is a sport where an extra pound can become the worst enemy for a gymnast, causing serious health problems, reduced physical abilities, coach concerns or even reduced marks for aesthetic abilities. Protein is necessary for muscle growth and repair, and it is important for the maintenance of a healthy immune system.

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Stanford Childrens

APRIL 24, 2023

Zero signs of rejection despite her second intestinal transplant, thanks to advanced protocols and innovations at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health For five years, Diana Topete couldn’t freely eat. have done it,” says Ke-You (Yoyo) Zhang, MD , medical director of Intestinal Transplant at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health.

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Teen Health 101

AUGUST 14, 2022

We often hear the word “thyroid” used in rather unamusing discussions of health between elder relatives at the family dinner table. Thyroid issues are the most common endocrine problem in children, but the seemingly “normal” symptoms can make it difficult to diagnose without a blood test ( , Children's Health ).

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Teen Health 101

AUGUST 14, 2022

Research proves that music therapy can benefit individuals with various mental health and physical health conditions, and music can also be a medium for processing emotions/trauma and regulating anxiety. Outside of mental benefits, music has more recently been recognized to benefit physical health.

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Teen Health 101

MAY 22, 2022

Many of these conditions are psychological, and are so unacknowledged in society to a point where they are dismissed and left for individuals to handle on their own. Individuals with this condition often experience unrefreshing sleep, difficulties with focus and memory, and dizziness.

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Stanford Childrens

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Carefully weighing where to receive care The family came to Stanford Medicine Children’s Health, where pediatric oncologists in the Bass Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Diseases confirmed that Pierce had leukemia. He developed a condition called neutropenia. Neutropenia can come with high fevers, chills, and sweating.

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Spark PE

JANUARY 14, 2022

A study of Northern California [SJ2] adolescents found that not all health habits got worse during the pandemic. Based on these results, we can predict negative health effects of the pandemic-related decline in physical activity for youth, and we address the mental health connection below. Pandemic benefits of physical activity.

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