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New Immune System, New Life for California Teen Overcoming Leukemia

Stanford Childrens

Aggressive leukemia stopped in its tracks by innovative cancer treatments at Stanford Medicine Children’s Health From the minute you meet Emily and Susana, it’s obvious that they have an extraordinary mother-daughter bond. Now, they even share the same immune system. It was one more hurdle to getting Emily well.

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Electrolytes: Essential Functions for Optimal Health

Designs for Health

Besides hydration , electrolytes help support brain function, heart health, muscle function, and more. Fluid Balance Proper hydration is indispensable for overall health. Cardiovascular Health A healthy Na+/K+ ratio is associated with healthy aging and reduced cardiovascular disease risk.

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Sleep Lesson Plans For Students

PLT4M

And most students probably don’t realize the power and impact of sleep on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Sleep lesson plans can empower students with the knowledge and skills to tap into the power of sleep for overall health and wellness.

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Recent Review Explores Relationship Between the Gut Microbiome and Certain Neurodegenerative Diseases

Designs for Health

The gut microbiome may influence cognitive functioning through many different pathways including neural, metabolic, neuroendocrine, and immune. The immune system has been shown to have a bidirectional influence on the gut-brain axis; levels of interleukin (IL)-1 and IL-6 may be modulated indirectly by certain microbiota and probiotics.

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Remission Holds Fast After Five Relapses for Young Woman With Leukemia

Stanford Childrens

Coming to Stanford Medicine Children’s Health for leukemia care After travelling, she decided to move to California, where her mom had just bought a home in Santa Cruz. She transferred her care to Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. She was doing well. I’m in a good spot, so I might as well,’” Camille says. She said yes.

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

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.