Occupational therapists serve patients in a number of settings and capacities. One particular setting is within your own school district. You will probably meet the occupational therapist that serves your district the first time you meet to develop an IEP (Individual Education Plan) for your child with autism. An occupational therapist is almost always involved with special needs children and children with autism are no different. Here are several things that an occupational therapist might do to help your child with autism.…
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One of the most serious secondary effects that diabetes has on the body is how it impacts your eyes. The loss of vision can be gradual until the damage in the eye is severe. There is no cure for diabetic retinopathy, but frequent eye examinations can detect early signs of damage. Treatment can then be started to slow down the vision loss. Here is what you need to know about this eye disease and how to prevent it from stealing your vision.…
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Acne is a complicated skin condition. There’s no one single cause or treatment. For many patients, a variety of lifestyle practices and internal body conditions contribute to the development of acne. In order to tackle your acne completely, you’ll not only need to follow your dermatologist’s advice when it comes to using medications but also make some changes to your lifestyle. Here’s a look at four little lifestyle mistakes that could be contributing to your breakouts.…
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