http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:25:17 -0700 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:28:57 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Johns-Hopkins-Childrens-Center-urges-pregnant-mothers-to-get-H1N1-and-seasonal-flu-vaccines?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner Expectant mothers who are on-the-fence about the risks of getting flu vaccine injections now have more information to act on getting their flu shots. Researchers from Johns Hopkins Children's Center in Baltimore, Emory University and Cincinnat... family health prenatal care influenza swine flu women's needs health guide H1N1 flu vaccine H1N1 flu Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:28:57 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Johns-Hopkins-Childrens-Center-urges-pregnant-mothers-to-get-H1N1-and-seasonal-flu-vaccines?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Halloween-pumpkincarving-safety?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner The Halloween tradition of pumpkin carving can be mighty scary. Reaching inside the opening and feeling the slimy mass of fibers and seeds can send some folks flying out the door. Before embarking on this ritual,  families need to learn about... family health family fun home safety health guide Halloween Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:29:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Halloween-pumpkincarving-safety?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Tips-for-Halloween-family-togetherness-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner Halloween provides a great excuse to slow down, enjoy the family and take a break from the flurry of fall activities that can send everyone in varied directions. If celebrating Halloween is one of your  family traditions, consider sharing... family health family fun home safety Halloween Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:59:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d28-Tips-for-Halloween-family-togetherness-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Common-sense-preventatives-for-H1N1-flu-and-other-colds-and-viruses?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner Most of us learned methods of preventing communicable diseases that are spread by droplets in the air or in saliva, such as H1N1 influenza, at one point or another. Most of us also tend to forget them, become lackadaisical in our daily practice, o... family health influenza swine flu health guide H1N1 flu Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:44:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Common-sense-preventatives-for-H1N1-flu-and-other-colds-and-viruses?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d20-H1N1-flu-vaccine-update-for-Baltimore-and-preparing-for-a-mass-vaccination-clinic?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner If you've marked your calendar to receive the H1N1 vaccine, you'd better verify the most up-to-date news on availability at the site before heading out the door. Maryland's supplies have been depleted as fast as they arrive resulting i... family health influenza swine flu health guide H1N1 flu vaccine Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:27:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d20-H1N1-flu-vaccine-update-for-Baltimore-and-preparing-for-a-mass-vaccination-clinic?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d9-H1N1-flu-vaccine-in-Baltimore-availability-side-effects-and-more?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner AP Photo/Darron CummingsEyes and ears in Baltimore are on standby for vital information on the "who, what, why, where and how" of the H1N1 flu vaccine. An excellent source for the lowdown on H1N1 flu vaccine is The Centers for Disease Cont... family health influenza swine flu H1N1 flu vaccine Fri, 09 Oct 2009 11:31:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d9-H1N1-flu-vaccine-in-Baltimore-availability-side-effects-and-more?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d6-Allergies-Asthma-Flu-Know-What-to-Do-parentteacher-program-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner AP Photo/Don RyanYou may want to grab a seat ASAP for a unique program for parents and teachers in Baltimore who want to know more about allergies, asthma and flu. Experts know that allergies and asthma are widespread in our society and particularly... family health influenza swine flu health guide allergies asthma Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:52:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m10d6-Allergies-Asthma-Flu-Know-What-to-Do-parentteacher-program-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d30-Womens-health-and-fitness-A-Womans-Journey-conference-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner Who better to keep women up-to-date on advances in health care than the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Medicine? Johns Hopkins Medicine has embraced women's health needs, in fact, by offering an annual conference in Baltimore with consumer-friendly sem... family health cancer treatment aging influenza women's needs technology information health guide mental health eye care sexual medicine Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:18:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d30-Womens-health-and-fitness-A-Womans-Journey-conference-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Chocolate-lovers-live-and-hearts-benefit-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner Insert photo caption or credit here"Live, Love, Laugh...Eat Chocolate!" This is the slogan for Cacao Lorenzo Chocolatier located in Timonium, Maryland, a Baltimore suburb. Indeed, chocolate does have proven health benefits. More truth come... family health Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:12:11 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Chocolate-lovers-live-and-hearts-benefit-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Can-children-with-milk-allergies-safely-drink-milk?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner      AP Photo/Toby TalbotWith milk allergy being the most common type of allergy, many people wonder if children with milk allergies can ever safely drink milk. People with milk allergies have such symptoms as hives, abdominal pai... family health health guide allergies Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:45:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Can-children-with-milk-allergies-safely-drink-milk?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Family-health-101-Smart-family-tactics-for-coping-with-hurricanes?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner    AP Photo/Wally SantanaNot to steal thunder from the weather channels, but this is prime time for families to key into hurricane news and "prepare for the worst -- and expect the best." This is a disaster preparedness motto of t... family health home safety health guide Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:24:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Family-health-101-Smart-family-tactics-for-coping-with-hurricanes?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d7-Family-health-101-Help-for-sexual-medicine-issues-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner   Are you having trouble starting a family? Are you embarrassed about the condition of your genitals and having problems with intimacy? Has your vulva changed shape since weight loss? Did childbirth leave you with overly relaxed perineal mu... family health women's needs sexual medicine Fri, 07 Aug 2009 11:01:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d7-Family-health-101-Help-for-sexual-medicine-issues-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d3-Focus-on-eye-safety-tips-when-in-the-sun?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner       Photo/Nancy EasonAugust is both Eye Exam Month and Children's Eye Health & Safety Month and a perfect time to focus on safe fun in the sun.The American Academy of Ophthalmology released tips to protect your eyes fro... family health health guide eye care Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:38:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d3-Focus-on-eye-safety-tips-when-in-the-sun?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d3-Promoting-breastfeeding-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner         AP Photo/Toby TalbotThere's a new twist to reaching out to the public to let them know about helpful health care services in Baltimore including the support of breastfeeding.  An advertising slip for th... family health prenatal care women's needs health guide breastfeeding Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:17:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m8d3-Promoting-breastfeeding-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d24-Detoxify-and-create-a-green-space-for-your-family-under-the-kitchen-sink?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner    AP photo/Rajanish KakadeSeventh Generation, the nation's leading brand of eco-friendly, non-toxic home and personal care products, has a presence in Baltimore. Their cleaning products are of particular interest here, as they want familie... family health home safety Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:28:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d24-Detoxify-and-create-a-green-space-for-your-family-under-the-kitchen-sink?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d23-Family-health-101-Who-is-known-as-a-good-child-psychiatrist-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner     AP Photo: Carolyn KasterWhen mental health professionals were asked to name which practitioners they would send their own family members to for care, Baltimore psychiatrist Elizabeth Kastelic, M.D., made the list. In fact, Dr. Kast... family health mental health Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:52:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d23-Family-health-101-Who-is-known-as-a-good-child-psychiatrist-in-Baltimore?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Family-health-101-Where-can-we-get-unbiased-care-in-Baltimore-for-various-sexual-orientations?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner     AP Photo/Francois MoriWhen it comes to providing high quality health care for all members of a family regardless of their sexual orientation, Chase Brexton Health Services (CBHS) in Baltimore first comes to mind. Men, women and chi... family health HIV women's needs sexual orientation Fri, 17 Jul 2009 10:57:11 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d17-Family-health-101-Where-can-we-get-unbiased-care-in-Baltimore-for-various-sexual-orientations?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d8-Poison-ivy-oak-and-sumac-ID-guide?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner AP Photo/Jim Cole (tomato plant)Do you know how to spot poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac plants? If you think the plant to the right is one of the three poison plants, you may need a refresher course. It's a good idea to find out some clues o... family health health guide Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:00:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d8-Poison-ivy-oak-and-sumac-ID-guide?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d7-da-Vinci-procedure-good-for-men-and-women?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner Photo/St. Joseph Medical Center, Baltimore, surgical team: See names below.If and when the man in your life comes home and says he wants a "da Vinci", it's not code for the latest sexual technique; it is the new minimally invasive surgery ... family health cancer treatment women's needs technology information health guide Tue, 07 Jul 2009 16:19:57 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d7-da-Vinci-procedure-good-for-men-and-women?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d2-Hot-tips-to-beat-the-heat?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner AP Photo/Matt DunhamNo matter where high temperatures occur there are heat exposure warnings for fragile family members. The most sensitive family members are usually infants, young children, elderly and others with medical conditions affected by hi... family health home safety aging health guide Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:37:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-6747-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner~y2009m7d2-Hot-tips-to-beat-the-heat?cid=exrss-Baltimore-Family-Health-Examiner