the whole child

"Alternative Medicine" in the news... a bit too much?

"Alternative Medicine," a term I don't like very much, has been featured in numerous AP news reports this week, all by the same writer. Something's fishy.

Bring it on

So here we are - 2008 fading, 2009 coming on fast.  There are many reasons to be cautious and fearful, but I am cautiously optimistic that we are on the brink of a new era.  An age in which children are recognized, supported and celebrated.  So whatever you are resolving to do (or to not do, as may be the case), remember the kids in 2009 and let's work together to make it a healthier and more peaceful year. 

Happy New Year to all.

Best,
Larry

Report from the AAP NCE

Each fall, the American Academy of Pediatrics holds its National Conference and Exhibition. What were the take-aways this year?

300

A milestone has been reached in the world of integrative pediatrics while I've been busy not blogging. 300+ and growing. What's in a number?

The Whole Child Center

The Whole Child Center is almost a reality.

The FDA Is Not Protecting Our Children

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is charged with the following mission: to promote and protect the public health. Recent evidence suggests they are failing miserably.

Viruses and Health: Not all bad?

In medicine, especially in pediatrics, we tend to treat all viruses as if they're all bad, all the time.  Might we be treating "illnesses" that are actually beneficial to their hosts?

"The Whole Child" makes the grade

LiveSmarter, a self-described "blog for improving daily living through insights into health, wellness, finance, and education," has listed "The Whole Child" as one of its top 50 alternative medicine blogs.

U.S. News and World Report on Integrative Medicine

"Embracing Alternative Care: Top hospitals put unorthodox therapies into practice" profiles integrative care in several U.S. hospitals, including Children's Memorial in Chicago.

Blogging Stress: Something New to Worry About?

"Blogging stress" joins the list of 21st century evils making news.