Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Safety and adherence: Complex issues that hinder childhood vaccination programs

January 06, 2010

Scrutiny of recommended childhood vaccines continues to support their effectiveness. Yet, many parents may still need reassurance.
 

Hairy plaque on an infant's back and extremities

Ingrid Mody, MMSC, PA-C; Melissa Shaw, PA-C July 08, 2009

The baby had good Apgar scores and demonstrated normal movement, but MRI suggested abnormalities in the amygdala of the right posterior temporal lobe.
 

Working to prevent lead poisoning in children: Getting the lead out

Patti Ragan, PhD, MPH, PA-C; Tiffany Turner, PhD July 02, 2009

Lead poisoning is still a serious public health threat. PAs need to know to recognize lead toxicity, especially in children.
 
 

Is my child autistic? Helping parents understand a difficult diagnosis

Ashley Leach, MPAS, PA-C; Miranda Collins, MPAS, PA-C January 13, 2009

Recognition of the language, social, and behavioral deficits that indicate autism in a child is key to making this diagnosis.
 

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