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Where kids come first, The MCH newsletter |
November 2008 Vol. 2 - No. 9 |
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November is often the month of the year that we start planning for the winter months and the Holiday Season.
It is also a bit of a grey month. In this issue we would like to help you plan for all three: winter,
the Holidays and those "grey" days.
Flu prevention at this time of year is at the top of our list as far as planning goes,
which includes reminding everyone of the importance of regular hand washing. Second in line
is planting the seed now about appropriate toy purchases and appropriate
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toy use for your
children during the Holiday Season. You possess the power to be toy savvy; you just need the "know" power.
And last, but certainly not least, we think families should be aware of the
signs and symptoms of depression and stress in our children, because believe it or not,
they are not immune. Teens are especially fragile and prone to stress and depression due
to the pressures in their lives. And with exam time around the corner, t'is the season.
Also, don't forget to plan for some healthy eating this Holiday Season.
Even with gumdrops and candy canes galore, as parents we need to set a good example!
Check out the 2007-08 MUHC Annual Report, now online.
The theme this year: We are all about people. From a team approach we highlight our committed
MUHC team and the excellence in patient care we strive for everyday!
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Huda Razzak
From a casual encounter with Huda Razzak you might think she is just one young woman with a bright
and happy future ahead of her, with the occasional "teenager" stumbling block that may get in her way.
But despite this 19-year-old's outward appearance, on the inside she lives with a serious respiratory
disease that requires a daily routine of physiotherapy and medication. Huda has Cystic Fibrosis.
Learn more about our Hero, Huda.
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Cold and flu: tips on prevention
Develop a battle plan against the flu this year. Know what you will be up against, get the facts on prevention, learn tips for a quick recovery, and find out when it is appropriate to seek further medical attention.
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Preventing spread of infection: wash your hands!
Germs, like virus and bacteria, cause infections. Many of the infections children experience are contagious, such as colds and diarrhea. Learn more about the spread of infection and how to prevent it.
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Carefree youth? Kids feel stress too
Kids have it made, right? They go to school; play for hours; and their parents take care of most of their needs. How much stress could children possibly feel? Surprisingly, plenty.
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Help teens triumph over depression
Teens are beset by feelings they don't understand. They feel rejection from peers, pressure from authority and doubts from within. Add triggers that might seem trivial to adults -- a breakup with a girlfriend, a low test score, failing to make the team -- and it's little wonder up to one in eight teens suffers clinical depression, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
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The holidays are almost here: Play safe to avoid coming to the ER
We all know the excitement for children of writing wish lists and counting down the days until they can open their gifts. But have you ever wondered what would happen if you had to visit the ER because of one of those toys?
According to Dr. Dominic Chalut, Director of Medical Emergency at the Montreal Children's Hospital (MCH), between December 23 and January 3, the ER sees about 250 to 300 patients every day, among them victims of avoidable accidents like ingestion of small objects, sport-related injuries, eye injuries and cranial traumas.
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Video games: how to control the fun
Video games are very popular. Whether they're educational, strategic or role-playing games they're at the top of many kids' lists! In fact, there's a good chance you'll have one under your tree this Christmas and it's sure to bring a smile to your child's face when they open it.
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Kids' healthy eating not just about food
Healthy eating habits are especially important during childhood. Children learning and growing at a rapid rate use up lots of energy, and their bodies need healthy foods to provide that energy. As parents we can set good examples for healthy eating now. Learn more.
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Foundation of Stars honours Dr. Polychronakos
Dr. Constantin Polychronakos, Director of the Division of Pediatric Endocrinology at the MCH, received the Career Scientist Award of Excellence 2008 from the Foundation of Stars in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the field of child health research.
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Prix Léo-Pariseau bestowed on researcher from The Montreal Children's Hospital of the MUHC
Yesterday evening, Dr. Michael Kramer, of McGill University and the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) at the Montreal Children's Hospital, received the Prix Léo-Pariseau, given every year by the Association francophone pour le savoir (Acfas).
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Same drug, different results: MUHC researcher on the path to personalized medicine
Medicine has moved a little bit closer to the era of tailor-made treatments, based on the unique genetic profiles of individual patients, according to recent research conducted by Dr. Rima Rozen of the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI MUHC) at the Montreal Children's Hospital and McGill University. Her study, published June 18 in the journal Pharmacogenetics and Genomics, shows how minor genetic differences between individuals alter the way a common drug affects the body.
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Health Canada Warns Consumers not to use two vitamin C supplements due to potential health risk
Health Canada is warning Canadians, especially expectant mothers, not to use two vitamin C products sold under the brand names New Roots Herbal Vitamin C8 and Vitazan Professional Vitamin C Advanced Ascorbate.
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Depression and the risk of premature babies
Severely depressed pregnant women have twice the risk of delivering their babies early compared to women who show no signs of depression, a new study says.
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Eating habits and obesity
Wolfing down meals may be enough to nearly double a person's risk of being overweight, Japanese research suggests.
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