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Types of Hearing Loss in Children What are the different types of hearing loss? There are three main types of hearing loss. They are sensorineural, conductive, and mixed. These types of hearing loss can be present at birth (congenital). Or they can happen after birth (acquired)
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Breast Self-Awareness Your breasts change as you go through different stages of your life. It's important to learn what is normal for your breasts. This is called breast self-awareness. The key to breast self-awareness is knowing how your breasts normally look and feel. This
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Cystic Fibrosis and the Digestive System How does cystic fibrosis affect the digestive system? Children with cystic fibrosis (CF) have a protein in their cells that doesn't work right. The protein is called CFTR (the cystic fibrosis transmembrane regulator). CFTR controls the
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Anatomy of a Joint Joints are the areas where 2 or more bones meet. Most joints are mobile, allowing the bones to move. Joints consist of the following: Cartilage. This is a type of tissue that covers the surface of a bone at a joint. Cartilage helps reduce the friction of
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When to Get an Eye Exam What's an eye exam? During an eye exam, an eye care provider looks at your health history and gives you a series of eye tests. The tests are done to check the health of your eyes. They check for problems that can develop over time, such as glaucoma and
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A More Connected Care Experience: Phoenix Children’s Pediatrics Joins Phoenix Children’s Medical Group
Phoenix Children’s announces Phoenix Children's Pediatrics is now a division within Phoenix Children's Medical Group, bringing pediatricians and specialists together under a single leadership. As part of the new structure, the health system appoints Darcey Winterland, MD, to Division Chief of Phoenix Children's Pediatrics.
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Creating an Exercise Program How to create an exercise program Exercise is vital for your health. It can improve your overall sense of well-being. Even low-to-moderate intensity activities for 30 minutes a day can help. These can include: Walking Climbing stairs Gardening Yard
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Exercise Finding the right exercise program and the right preparation Physical activity is an important action that people can do to improve their health. Experts advise getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity, aerobic physical activity every week for major health
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Cosmetic Safety for Contact Lens Wearers What eye hazards may be linked to cosmetic use? Misusing cosmetics when you wear contacts can lead to problems, including: Deposits on the lens. Eye irritation. Allergies. Injury. Infection. Dryness. What can you do to wear contact lenses
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The Lungs in Pregnancy Respiratory system The respiratory system is made up of the organs involved in the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. Its main job is to move fresh air (oxygen) into your body and move waste gases (carbon monoxide) out of your body. The system includes