Kirstie Collier CRNP

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• The History of Autism

  Introduction Science has come a long way since the year 1908 when autism was first discovered. Autism has been referred to as a range of neuropsychological conditions. But the question arises where and how did the term autism originate and how has it changed over time? Some people might think that...

• What Are the Symptoms of Strep Throat?

  Strep throat is the infection of the throat and tonsils by the streptococcus bacteria. Bacterial infections are one of the causes of sore throats and are very common in children and adolescents. The severity of a sore throat depends on the type of streptococcus causing the infection. Moreover, sore...

• Acupuncture: Everything you Need to Know

  Acupuncture is a form of treatment derived from ancient Western Chinese medicine. Needles are gently inserted at specific parts of the body for preventive or therapeutic purposes....

• Autism: A Life-Saving Database

  One of the biggest concerns facing families of children or adults with autism or Alzheimer’s disease is how to prevent wandering.  ...

• Is Asthma Preventable?

  Asthma is a respiratory disease which has two main components - inflammation or swelling with excess mucus build-up in the airways, and airway constriction with tightening of the muscles surrounding the airways. Treating both components of the disease is necessary for many patients to achieve...

• Black Stool: What Does It Mean?

  What does a black stool indicate?A black or dark red-colored stool is called tarry or bloody stools. However, passing dark-colored stools is not always caused by serious problems. One of the most common causes of black stools is the consumption of iron supplements, particularly in people who have...