Managing Blood Sugar to Stop Diabetic Retinopathy: Sensory-Friendly Tools & Routines
Diabetic retinopathy is one of the most serious complications of diabetes, especially in children and teens who already have sensory
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Behavioral or Emotional Disabilities
Silent Strep Throat Carriers: The Hidden Risk for Medically Complex Special Needs Children
Strep throat is a common infection, but in many children, it presents with clear symptoms—sore throat, fever, and difficulty swallowing.
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“Cervical Cancer Symptoms” Checklist: A Simple Visual Guide for Special Needs Parents & Caregivers
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet it continues to affect hundreds of thousands of women worldwide.
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Identifying Silent Symptoms of Bronchitis in Non-Verbal Special Needs Children
Bronchitis is a common respiratory condition in children, but diagnosing it becomes uniquely challenging when the child is non-verbal or
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Digital Health Tools for COPD Treatment in Special Needs Children: Is Your App Accessible?
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is widely recognized as an adult respiratory condition, but children—especially those with special needs or
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Beyond Diet and Exercise: The Exciting Future of Nano-Therapy for Pediatric Atherosclerosis
Pediatric atherosclerosis, once considered an adult-only disease, is becoming increasingly recognized among children—especially those with genetic conditions, chronic inflammation, obesity,
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Emergency Protocol: When to Call 911 for Suspected Pediatric Angina
Pediatric angina—although rare—can signal a potentially serious cardiac issue in children. Unlike adults, where angina typically results from blocked coronary
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How to Explain a Liver Cancer Diagnosis to Special Needs Children (Autism/Down Syndrome Focus)
Explaining a liver cancer diagnosis to a child is never easy, but when the child has Autism or Down syndrome,
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How To Get a 504 Plan for Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD): A Step-by-Step Parent Guide
Parents of children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) often face confusion when schools say SPD isn’t covered under the Individuals
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Sensory-Friendly Solutions to Prevent Gingivitis for Children with Autism
Dental health challenges often go unnoticed in children with autism because of unique sensory sensitivities, communication barriers, and difficulties with
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