Infant Health

Xanax, which is a brand name for the drug Alprazolam, is a benzodiazepine drug usually used to treat anxiety and panic attacks. Xanax is also sometimes used in conjunction with antidepressants for depression-related anxiety. Taking Xanax is a risk for individuals who are (or are planning to become) pregnant, as stated by the FDA.... more »

The need for health care providers continues to increase nationwide as the population continues to grow and there is a greater emphasis on medical assistance and prevention. Labor and Delivery (L and D) registered nurses, in addition to their educational training, require a number of different personal traits. For example, they must... more »

Parents of very young children often face a barrage of medical experiences. As such, finding quality health insurance is a necessity for parents of infants, though the task may seem intimidating. You can start by exploring the function of infant health insurance, types of coverage, insurance benefits and considerations. more »

Statistics on teen pregnancy are startling even with a decrease since 1990. The decrease has been attributed to the increased use of condoms. Of course, even with the use of condoms, there is still a chance for pregnancy. Only abstinence is 100 percent safe. A large number of teenagers are not using any birth control and 90 percent of... more »

An omphalocele is a congenital defect of the abdomen wall that is diagnosed and treated at birth. Surgery is required to correct the defect, and full recovery is expected. more »