Do You Cook With Traditional Pottery? (pdf)

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The study, being published Monday in the journal Pediatrics, analyzed an in-depth survey conducted in 2004 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that asked people how they got health care. As part of the survey, respondents were asked if they received free drug samples. It was found that children in the lowest income group were no more likely to receive the samples than were those in the highest income group, in part because the poor are less likely to see doctors.

Once in a doctor’s office, children who lack health insurance are more likely to receive free drug samples than their well-insured counterparts, the study reported.

But of greater concern, the authors wrote, are the kinds of drug samples that physicians provide. In 2004, the year of the C.D.C. survey, more than 500,000 children received samples of four medicines that were later the subject of serious safety warnings required by the Food and Drug Administration: Advair, for asthma; Adderall and Strattera, both for attention deficit disorder; and Elidel, for eczema.

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This video, which is available for viewing through a number of channels including mobile phone or as a podcast, is also available for download (See “Download this Video” instructions on the CDC-TV page) allowing organizations to utilize the video in a number of ways including present the video as an instructional tool for new parents, caregivers, healthcare providers or teachers.  Featuring interviews with a developmental pediatrician as well as the parent of a special needs child, the video presents compelling and instructional information about developmental milestones . New “Health Matters” features are released each month, and each are produced in collaboration with subject matter experts within CDC’s Centers, Institutes and Offices, in this case, the National Center for Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities.  Features will also provide links to other online resources for each topic where viewers can find more information.  Providing short, high-quality videos is part of CDC’s goal to increase people’s access to the information necessary to help prevent illness and injury and to protect their health and that of their families. Collectively, these and other resources contribute to CDC’s efforts supporting a larger effort by staff and partners to lead

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Get this flyer now, “Has Your Child Been Treated For Stomach Ache?” in both English and Spanish.

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Find out more about ways to protect your child:

Click here for facts about child passenger safety and related web-based resources

Click here to hear a Podcast: Dr. Arlene Greenspan discusses correct methods of securing children in child safety seats

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — September 5, 2008 — Lucky Country Inc. of Lincolnton, NC is recalling all of its natural black licorice products from California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, Utah, Virginia, and Washington State due to elevated levels of lead.

Recent tests performed by the California Department of Public Health and the Food and Drug Administration showed that Lucky Country Aussie Style Soft Gourmet Licorice Black (All Natural) in 1.5 lb bags contained a lead level exceeding the level permitted in candy. Because of this finding, Lucky Country is voluntarily recalling all of its Lucky Country Aussie Style Soft Gourmet Licorice Black (All Natural) from the market. In addition to the 1.5 lb bags, Lucky Country also manufactures this natural black licorice product in 6 oz and 3 lb bags, and in a 1 lb tub. Consumers are advised to check to see if they have this product in their possession and should either dispose of it or return it to their retail outlet for a full refund.

Lucky Country is cooperating with the California Department of Public Health and the Food and Drug Administration to conduct the recall. Consumers with questions may contact the company at customerservice@lucky-country.com, or 828 428-8313 during business hours.

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This statement, signed by almost 100 scientists, health professionals and advocates nationally and internationally, provides policy recommendations based on the latest science regarding environmental contaminants associated with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), intellectual disabilities and developmental delays. The statement draws from the group’s scientific consensus statement that was published in February 2008. That statement, signed by more than 50 leading scientists and health professionals in the field of neurological disorders and environmental health, summarized research findings from diverse disciplines concerning environmental contaminants and the biological basis of compromised learning and development.The policy statement recommends chemical policy reform, education, regulation, remediation, further research and testing to address unnecessary exposures to substances implicated as contributing to the various neurodevelopmental disorders.Chemicals and substances of concern in the statement include metals such as lead, arsenic and mercury; additives or byproducts from consumer products such as plastic toys and food; manufactured chemicals such as bisphenol A (BPA), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and flame retardants (PBDEs); and hormone-mimicking endocrine disruptors.

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