May 23rd, 2023|General Health|
As the warm summer breeze fills the air, June brings a powerful reminder of the significance of children in our lives. What awareness month is June, then? It is a time when we come together to celebrate Children's Awareness Month—a month dedicated to raising awareness about the unique needs, rights, and well-being of children worldwide.
January 23rd, 2023|General Health|
Sanfilippo Syndrome, also known as Mucopolysaccharidosis III (MPS III), is a rare genetic disorder that affects the metabolism of certain sugars in the body. This disorder leads to a build-up of these sugars in various organs and tissues, causing progressive damage and multiple symptoms. Sanfilippo Syndrome is a serious condition that can cause significant developmental
December 23rd, 2022|General Health|
Multiple endocrine neoplasia syndromes (MEN) refer to various diseases that impact the endocrine system, a network of endocrine glands responsible for synthesizing hormones. Hormones are chemicals that control the activity of cells and tissues via the circulatory system. Tumors (neoplasia) can form in any organ or tissue; however, in the case of multiple endocrine neoplasia,
August 8th, 2022|Child Care, General Health, Health Tips|
While school is a normal part of children's lives, where they grow, learn, and socialize, it's also a place where germs and viruses can spread rather easily. The stronger their immune system is and the better their hygiene habits, the more effective it is to keep kids healthy at school. This is precisely why it's
March 8th, 2022|General Health, Gynecology|
PCOS or polycystic ovary syndrome can affect adolescent girls who have started menstruating. PCOS in teens can cause irregular, heavy, and painful periods, or make them stop completely. Other common signs of PCOS in teenagers include acne and hair growth. However, it’s not often that doctors diagnose PCOS in teens. This is because hormones are
July 12th, 2021|General Health|
Summertime Health Tips While summer is a wonderful, carefree time of year, it can come with the loss of routine and structure, especially in terms of eating. The Pediatric Endocrine and Metabolic Center of Florida is excited to share some tips for healthy summer eating and give parents some great ideas about food to eat
March 14th, 2021|Diabetes, General Health|
What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a condition in which your body is unable to regulate sugar properly. This happens if the body either can’t make insulin very well or doesn’t make it at all. Insulin is the hormone that regulates how much sugar (glucose) is released into your bloodstream. Elevated blood sugar levels can cause
