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I’m Not “Anti-Vaccine,” I’m “Pro-Information”
I recently wrote a post on childhood vaccines that elicited quite a response.One commenter, a pro-vaccine physician, recommended a book – “Autism’s False Prophet” – and noted that people are perhaps too quick to blame vaccines for c
Information on Family Medical Leave
Job security can be a major issue for working moms and dads who have a medical situation that requires extended care. Family medical leave may allow you to take the time you need without risking your job or your benefits. Depending on your situation, you may be able to take family medical leave if someone in your family needs you to assist with health care responsibilities.
First Vaccine Information
Vaccines protect your baby from developing diseases, such as polio, measles and tetanus, that used to be commonplace in the United States. These diseases are much rarer today because of vaccines. Before children attend most schools in the United States, they have to have vaccines. The vaccination process begins between birth and 6 months of age.
Twin Pregnancy Information
The rate of multiple births has jumped, according to the March of Dimes, with the rate of twins increasing 70 percent between 1980 and 2004. Some factors in this increase are due to delayed childbearing and the increase in fertility treatments. For some women, multiple births are common in their family. For other women, the doctor cannot find any factor that explains their multiple pregnancy. Whatever the factors, a twin pregnancy increases complications for the mother and for her babies.
Harvard and Other Elite Schools End Test Optional Applications: What You Need to Know
In a move that has rekindled discussions about the role of standardized tests in college admissions, Harvard University has recently announced that it will reintroduce SAT and ACT scores as a requirement for its application process. This decision marks a significant shift from the temporary test-optional policies adopted by many institutions during the pandemic. Understandably,…