Teratogens
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The Affect of Teratogens on Fetal and Child DevelopmentTeratogens are any chemical, substance, or exposure that could possibly cause birth defects in a developing fetus. Exposure to teratogens seems to result in malformations especially when it occurs during the fourth and tenth week of pregnancy
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Teratogens and PregnancyA teratogen is any substance that can produce birth defects in a developing baby. It is very important for women to know what agents in their environment have the potential to harm their child. Learn about the different teratogens in the environment.
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Biology and Ethics: Nurturing the UnbornThe debate over whether a exposing a fetus to teratogens (substances capable of promoting birth defects) is a sensitive subject because it touches on political, social, and religious hot -button issues. On one hand, there is the genuine desire to protect
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When a Year is a Whole LifeA new life is exciting! It is expected to live and prosper. However, that is not always the case in real life. Each year, about 3 million fetuses and infants are born with major congenital malformations.
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Applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in Psychological ResearchHow research methods can be used to advance the field of psychological research. -
Drug Therapy During PregnancyWe use our best knowledge of pharmacology, best judgment and FDA Drug Categories guide when we deal with pregnant women. -
Physically Preparing for PregnancyPreparing prior to pregnancy will give mother and child the best start possible. Here are some important things to consider when preparing yourself physically for a pregnancy. -
Factors that Affect a Developing Baby During PregnancyThe choices you make during pregnancy can affect your unborn baby's development. Here are the most common environmental factors that can affect the health and development of a fetus.
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Lets Talk About Autism (Part II)Second part of an article on autism as well as information on other conditions in the ASD spectrum.
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Natural Hair Care Products, Are They What You Choose to Use?I think that we feel better and therefore look better when we venture out, when our face and hair that we put on show have been indulged with completely natural personal care products.
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Toddler DevelopmentMost parents and caregivers want guidelines that can give an idea of their child's stage of development. -
Prenatal Development and the Effects of the Mother's EnvironmentThe microsystem and exosystem are explained and how each can affect a pregnant woman and her developing fetus.
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Prenatal Concerns and Substance AbuseA brief discussion with references concerning prenatal care and substance abuse. -
Patterns in Medicinal AdvertisingOne of the most innovative trends in print advertising is medicine advertisement. The content of these particular advertisements (ads) are intriguing to me.
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Schizophrenia and Pregnancy: Genetic Links and EffectsA synthesis of two research papers and a new article related to schizophrenia and prenatal environment.
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California Wins Case for Carcinogens in Potato ChipsCalifornia Wins Case for Carcinogens in Potato Chips. Acrylamide is a natural by product of cooking, especially in starchy foods like potatoes, so do we eat them raw or take them off the shelf. There are bigger fish to fry than a bag of potato chips.
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Folic Acid Deficiency Causes Neural Tube DefectsThis report will review current scientific literature in search of the process which causes folic acid deficiency in the mother to cause neural tube defects in the baby.
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The History of TetanusThe History of Tetanus is an interesting one in light of the timing of the decline in the number of cases and the tetanus vaccine release and it's final widespread use around 1947 at the end of WWII.
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Medication During Pregnancy.According to gynaecologists any medication even if it is safe or have minimal risk , should be discussed with your physician prior to taking ,,
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