(BPT) – As children across the country get ready to head back to the classroom this fall, one important item that shouldn’t be forgotten from the to-do list is making sure they have health coverage. Studies have shown that academic performance and health insurance go hand in hand. Children who have health coverage miss fewer…
Yearly Archives: 2022
Back to school: How parents can help kids with allergies and asthma
(BPT) – The weeks before school begins are busy for families — full of shopping for supplies and getting ready for the change in routines. Prior to school getting under way is an ideal time to review your child’s needs for coping with allergies and asthma. Keep in mind their needs may change as they…
New treatment options for sickle cell disease provide hope
(BPT) – Imagine constantly feeling dizzy, tired and out of breath. Imagine having episodes of pain so bad that you can’t drive or work. Imagine learning that the cause of these symptoms is that your red blood cells are shaped differently, meaning they die earlier and cause you to experience a multitude of health issues….
A Hollywood ending: How one woman took control of her rare disease and achieved her dream
(BPT) – Natalie Metzger is living a life that once seemed impossible. At only 35 years old, she’s already an award-winning director, writer and producer. She travels extensively, and her films have premiered at top festivals around the world including Sundance, Cannes and more. Being a filmmaker was an ambitious goal, but it wasn’t until…
Looking for healthy summer activities? Here are some ideas – including how to help protect yourself against pneumococcal pneumonia
(BPT) – With the arrival of summer, we can start to think about what makes the season special: time at the beach or by the water, enjoying the warmth with friends and family and — above all — being able to spend a lot of time outside. And, as we all have our own health…