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According to a new study, preschool children ate more vegetables from plates that were segmented with graphic images of fruits and vegetables. With the images on the plate, the kids were more enticed to eat more fruits and veggies. Read More
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While amphetamines may be preferred for adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a large-scale meta-analysis affirmed Methylphenidate (Ritalin) may be a first-choice medication for kids. Read More
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Researchers analyzed data from two injury reporting systems, for high schools with athletic trainers and for those without, over a two-year period. They found that overall injury rates in both girls’ soccer and basketball were significantly higher in schools without athletic trainers. Availability of a full-time certified athletic trainer in high school reduces overall and…
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Dehydration occurs when the body uses or loses more fluid than it takes in. Dehydration can affect anyone, including toddlers. Caregivers should be aware of the warning signs of dehydration in toddlers because it can lead to serious health complications. In severe cases, it can even be fatal. Read More
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The amount of glucose circulating in our blood fluctuates throughout the day and night. Food has a major impact on glucose fluctuations and certain commonly eaten foods were found to cause a large glucose spike in most participants. Learn more below about the common foods found to cause large glucose spikes in healthy people. …
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Most toddlers are known to reject most food if they don’t like the way it looks, tastes, or even feels. This causes parents to be worried that their toddler isn’t getting the nutrition that their growing bodies need. In the article below learn about the many different iron rich foods most toddlers love and the…
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Since 1985, J&D Ultracare has been providing skilled nursing services to the medically fragile population of the New York Metropolitan area as well as the greater Hudson Valley. We see clients in Rockland, Dutchess, Putnam County, Westchester, Sullivan, Ulster, and Orange Counties.
In addition to delivering highly specialized care to patients, the Agency also provides the training and support needed to keep families intact and as independent as possible in caring for their loved ones.
