New Health Crises Emerge in Ukraine as Fighting Continues

New Health Crises Emerge in Ukraine as Fighting Continues

March 10, 2022 — Hypothermia, frostbite, respiratory diseases, mental health issues, and a lack of treatment for heart disease and cancer are the biggest health concerns at the moment for the people of Ukraine, the World Health Organization says. The WHO also is monitoring for infectious disease outbreaks, which are likely within Ukraine where, out … Read more

Quick Summary: Treating Gastroschisis (Gastroschisis Silo) (for Parents)

Quick Summary: Treating Gastroschisis (Gastroschisis Silo) (for Parents)

Larger text sizeLarge text sizeRegular text size Gastroschisis is when a baby is born with the intestines sticking out through a hole in the belly wall near the umbilical cord. Often, the intestines don’t fit in the belly because they’re swollen. If so, the surgeon usually arranges the intestines in a bag called a silo to: let … Read more