The History and Science Behind Cord Blood Transplants
Just three to five ounces of stem-cell-rich cord blood can be harvested with each baby born, but that three to five ounces can do so, so much, experts say. “Cord blood has immature blood cells,
Eight Ways to Stay Safe at the Water Park
As the temperature rises, many North Texans head to the various area water parks, but adding some time to go over safety can keep your fun in the sun accident-free. Before you take a dip,
The Liquid Gold that Saves Babies
They call it ‘liquid gold,’ and any mother who even occasionally pumps and stores her breast milk will tell you the nickname is apt—it’s a lot of work. And it’s why the hundreds of moms
A New Dilemma for Diet Soda Drinkers
At 140 calories a can—almost all of which come from sugar—we know soda might not be the best option to reach for when we’re thirsty, but diet soda can’t be bad, right? After all, they’ve
Learn the One Hour Rule for Food Safety This Summer
The sun is shining, and the grill is beckoning. It’s the perfect time to invite friends and family over for some dining al fresco. But with dining outdoors in the summer heat can come the
How to Help Alzheimer’s Patients Enjoy Life After Diagnosis
If you know a friend or family member who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or any other form of dementia, the idea of their identity slowly slipping away can be one of the hardest parts
For a Sweet Summer, Skip the Sugary Drinks
After an hour of yard work, you run inside for a drink and grab that bottle of flavored water. After all, you keep hearing that keeping hydrated during the summer is important—and water is the
Juvenile Arthritis: More Than Just Growing Pains
One of the biggest challenges as a parent is knowing, when your child is truly sick, if he needs to stay home from school and/or see a doctor. If she’s constantly complaining of pain but
Keeping Kids Active This Summer
Summer is in full swing all across North Texas, ushering in backyard barbecues, afternoons at the pool and every kind of camp under the sun. While it might be tempting for kids (and their parents)
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