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Individuals with Cerebral Palsy Living Life to the Fullest
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states that cerebral palsy is one of the most common motor disabilities in children. Every year, physician negligence causes countless numbers of newborns to sustain serious birth injuries by failing to order a caesarian section in a timely manner, improperly using vacuum extractors or forceps in addition to not taking adequate measures to protect the baby during delivery. However, even with this life-altering condition, individuals with cerebral palsy are leading productive and fulfilling lives in part to the physical and emotional support systems of their family and their determination. Living Life to the Fullest Cerebral palsy presents significant obstacles to both the individual living with the disability and their loved ones. Many find that ongoing occupational therapy can help everyone adjust to the requirements of daily life with cerebral palsy. In particular, parents of a child with cerebral palsy often gain a greater understanding…
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New Study Shows Influenza Virus Increases Risk Of Bipolar Disorder In Fetus
A study released on May 8 in JAMA Psychiatry says that mothers who contract the flu during pregnancy quadruple their child’s chance for bipolar disorder. The study was funded by the National Institute of Health and was conducted by Dr. Alan Brown of Columbia University and New York State Psychiatric Institute. Dr. Brown insists that prospective mothers use common sense preventative measures to decrease their chances of contracting the influenza virus. Past studies have suggested that vaccinating expecting mothers could potentially cause birth defects to the fetus. Dr. Brown says evidence now suggests that the benefits of receiving immunization far outweigh any possible risk. However, only a small number of women get immunized despite public health recommendations. It is up to the prospective parents to ask the concerning questions from their doctor to receive proper vaccination. However, it is also up to the doctor to inform and educate the mother on…
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Colorado State University Students Construct Swing For Two Children With Cerebral Palsy
Thanks to the efforts of a group of Colorado State University (CSU) students, two twins diagnosed with cerebral palsy are now able to add swinging to their play time activities. The children have to use electric wheelchairs to get around, so swinging for them was never a practical option. That was until the CSU students constructed a 3,000-pound wooden platform swing. The swing looks like a wooden deck that has been cemented into the ground. There are two harnesses at the ends of the platform where the children can strap themselves in. Once they are strapped in, someone is able to push the platform like a regular swing. In addition to the swing, they also built a deck attached to the swing with ramps for the children to get up from the house. Normally, the parents would have to help the two children out of the front of the house…
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