March 2nd is Dr. Seuss' birthday. Because of that, the National Education Association decided it would be the perfect day to encourage children to read. For our youngest kiddos, reading […]
Serious birth defects will affect 3-6% of infants born worldwide and 1 in every 33 babies born in the US. A birth defect is a structural change to any body […]
Many people go their whole life without interacting with a dietitian. Those that don't understand how valuable their help can be. Dietitians help us translate food and nutrition science into […]
Down Syndrome is a genetic condition where someone has 3 copies of chromosome 21 rather than 2 and can also be called Trisomy 21. These kiddos can have changes in […]
Epilepsy is an interruption in the electrical communication between neurons causing seizures. Most of the time the cause is unknown but can be due to brain injury, altered brain structure, […]
For people with autism or sensory processing disorder, the exhibits can be overwhelming. Come early on this special morning to enjoy the Aquarium in a calmer, quieter setting.
This is also known as Speech Therapy Month, a time when we pay more attention to language and how our Speech Therapist friends support individuals in being able to communicate […]
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disease that affects the lungs and digestion of around 35,000 people in the United States. It causes mucus production that blocks airways and causes […]