Rachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, are two passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants who answer your questions related to all things sensory, occupational therapy, parenting, self-care, nutrition, and health, from a therapist’s perspective. Providing raw, honest, fun ideas, and strategies, for parents and families to implement into daily life. Great for those who work with children with sensory processing disorder, special needs, autism, and ADHD. This podcast is brought to you b ...
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The most important factor to a healthy well-being is feeling connected. From There, To Here is a podcast that will infuse strength, positivity and a sense of community into your life. We discuss significant topics that explore our personal journeys From There, To Here, as well as feature insightful guests’ stories. Meet Shannon Shannon is an anxiety driven, overthinking, perfectionist who stresses over not b eing perfect. She is blessed to be a mom of three miracles. Her oldest is adopted ou ...
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Real life Adventures of Baby Frank Zillins, his child heart transplant story in Michigan. Join our parent support podcast on Spotify! Baby boy born at 36 weeks with Dilated Cardiomyopathy and congenital heart disease living at Mott Children’s Hospital for one year. Mom and dad share NICU stories of survival from Ann Arbor and Lansing. Struggle and challenges of parenting a special needs child with Gastrostomy tube, stomach feeding, coping, anxiety, drug withdrawals, pooping, autism spectrum ...
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#306 - Curious About Primitive Reflexes? Answering Common Questions!
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We are answering questions that we’ve received inside our primitive reflex digital course, Assessment And Integration Of Primitive Reflexes For Improved Independence In Daily Activities. One of our favorite things about our digital course is that you can ask questions inside the course, start discussions, and get feedback! In today’s episode, we ta…
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Guest Interview with Dr. Angelica Shiels - Low Demand Parenting
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Join your hosts for an interview with Dr. Angelia Shiels. She is a brilliant clinical psychologist, who supports family systems, trauma, couples, & anything that has to do with relationships. She talks with us about the groundbreaking concept of "low demand parenting.” She shares insights on how this unique parenting style can transform our childre…
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Sports bras support knees, bird flu in milk, and health after prison release
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Avian influenza particles have been detected in US milk supplies, just how concerning is that? Why are COVID treatment recommendations different depending on what country you're in? And how much does the average Australian know about preventing dementia? The latest research on bras and knees. You might not think they have much to do with each other…
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Bird flu, dementia prevention, and COVID treatments vary
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How much does the average Australian know about preventing dementia? Avian influenza particles have been detected in milk supply in the US, is it safe? And it seems COVID treatment recommendations vary from country to country and not all of them are effective, so why doesn't everyone follow the World Health Organisation guidelines?…
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Pregnancy could make you older, faster
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Having kids ages you, according to new research. And not just because of the sleep deprivation and stress. Pregnancy has been linked to accelerated biological ageing — in simple terms, how old your cells are. And researchers found the more pregnancies a person has, the older they get. Calen Ryan is from the Mailman School of Public Health at Columb…
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How your sports bra also supports your knees
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Bras and knees. You might not think they have much to do with each other. But it turns out that wearing the right bra might actually reduce a woman's risk of a serious knee injury. Women are far more likely to tear their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) than men and the results can be catastrophic.De către Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including age restrictions for bone marrow donors, celebrating neurodiversity, and intermittent fasting. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auDe către Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Why being released from prison is a health risk
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Prison is considered a dangerous place, but globally the risk of dying in the first week of release is surprisingly high. Australian researchers are calling for increased health support for recently released prisoners and Professor Rohan Borschmann, from the University of Melbourne, says improvements to health care within the prison system are also…
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#305 - The Future of Preventative Health Through Gene Snips with Dr. Jade Dandy, NMD, MSiMR
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Dr. Jade Dandy is an Idaho native and fell in love with Naturopathic medicine at a young age. She graduated from National University of Natural Medicine (NUMN) in 2015. Focusing on chronic illness, she earned her Doctorates in Natural Medicine as well as Masters of Science in Integrative Medicine Research. Dr. Dandy is an advocate for her patients’…
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49. Guest Interview with Devin Moore- Bullying Prevention and Reclaiming Your Power
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Devin Moore, the featured guest on this episode, touches on his journey of reclaiming his strength. When he was just 14 years old, Devin faced bullying because of his race and skin color. Instead of suffering in silence, he found his voice and stood up against the bullies, determined to make sure no one else felt alone in their struggles. This expe…
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Cow's milk for babies, therapy for trauma, and lives saved by COVID vaccines
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Research into the influence of gender on autism spectrum disorder diagnoses. Calculating how many lives were saved by Australia's Covid-19 vaccine roll-out, and how to spot a fake Dr Karl, or Dr Swan, in the wilds of social media marketing. A review into how cognitive behavioural therapy can help young people who've experienced trauma. Recently upd…
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Cow's milk or formula and when? Changes to WHO guidelines for babies
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Recently updated World Health Organisation guidelines say babies as young as six months can start drinking cow’s milk rather than infant formula – that could be a good thing if you have challenges accessing safe drinking water, but in Australia it goes against the national guidelines. Associate Professor Rachel Laws, from Deakin University’s Instit…
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The $10m our bone marrow donor registry can't use
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Around 80% of bone marrow transplants in Australia rely on overseas donations, increasing costs and the time it takes to find a match. The Federal Government has recently released more funds to build the local donor system in Australia… but is it enough?De către Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Exploring whether cognitive behavioural therapy works on trauma
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Trauma can be a complex thing to tackle. It can present in many different ways depending on the cause (or causes) and the person themselves. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a common tool used in many circumstances, but is it effective for everyone? A new review has looked into how CBT impacts a range of young people who’ve experienced trauma…
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What gender means for autism and lives saved by COVID vaccines
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Researchers look at the possible influence of gender for an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. Calculating just how many lives were saved by the Covid-19 vaccines. And how to spot a fake Dr Karl, or Dr Swan, in the wilds of social media marketing.De către Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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#304 - Therapist Mentoring Session: Setting Up a Sensory Diet for Teletherapy Clients in Schools
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Check out our Autism Acceptance Month Sale, now through April 30, 2024 https://harkla.co/pages/aam-sale Save 15% on all sensory products Save 20% on all digital products We recently completed a 2-on-1 mentoring session with a fellow OT practitioner. We discussed some simple activities to do with her young child as well as brainstormed ideas for her…
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Norman Swan on what is schizophrenia?
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In light of the Bondi Junction attack, there's been a lot of commentary about mental illness - including schizophrenia. So what is schizophrenia? While the exact cause isn't known, it's a serious mental illness that can affect how a person behaves. It might also surprise you to learn that someone with a diagnosis is more likely to be harmed, than t…
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48. Guest Interview with Mandy - From In-home Daycare Provider to Influencer with 400,000 followers
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Have you ever thought about what it really takes to become a successful influencer, able to provide for your family through your online presence? Our guest, Mandy, shares her incredible journey from running an in-home daycare to becoming a self-taught influencer. Starting off as a hobby, Mandy now boasts a whopping 400,000+ social media followers. …
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Could a cure for recurrent UTIs be a spray away?
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A needle-free vaccine sprayed under the tongue could prevent UTIs from occurring. In a long-term observational study, more than half of the participants remained UTI-free nine years after receiving the drug. MV140 contains heat-inactivated bacteria from four of the major species that cause UTIs. Also, new research on the time of day you exercise, a…
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'Australia is not the UK': Major reviews into gender affirming care
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UK's approach to gender affirming care has come under massive scrutiny off the back of two reviews into the system. However experts here are warning that applying these findings to Australia, misses important context. Associate Professor Elizabeth Scott explains what she sees on a day-to-day basis caring for children as a psychiatrist. And Professo…
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The underestimated risk of PFAS 'forever chemicals'
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A new UNSW-led international study has assessed the levels of PFAS contamination in surface and ground water around the globe. It found that much of our global source water exceeds PFAS safe drinking limits. Professor Denis O'Carroll, senior author of the study, takes us through the findings. And we discuss the potential health risks of PFAS exposu…
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Immune treatment for common cancer goes straight to the source
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Bladder cancer is common, but it doesn’t get much attention. Safe and effective treatments are needed to treat this cancer early, with fewer negative side effects. As Professor Dickon Hayne explains, a first-in-human trial has injected a type of immunotherapy directly into the bladder to attack tumours, with some early success.…
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Treating UTIs (without cranberry juice) and re-examining gender care
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Is a simpler solution to recurrent UTIs on the way? Plus when should you exercise to get the most benefit? A deep dive into the UK's reviews of gender affirming treatment, and how Australia's system differs. Researchers say there's more PFAS in our water than previously thought, but how much do we know about the health harms? And a new way to deliv…
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#303 - You Should Be Skeptical if Someone Says They Will "Cure" Your Child's Neurological Diagnosis
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April is OT Month and we’re celebrating with a HUGE sale on our digital courses! If you’re an occupational therapy practitioner, you can earn your CE with our courses that are approved through AOTA! Check out the SALE here - https://harkla.co/pages/ot-month-sale Sale ends April 14, 2024 at midnight! We received a message in IG asking about Brain Ba…
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TODDLER TALKS #12 - Precorrection
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Time to wear our professional hats this episode! Jess and Shannon talk about the evidenced based strategy of precorrection .... and go on a tangent about behavior. Shannon and Jess hold master degrees in special education with an autism certificate. Together they have over 40 years experience in the field of education. Be sure to follow From There,…
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47. Guest Interview with Dr. Katy and Clarie: Nourish, a Therapeutic Space for New Mothers to Connect
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For the first time ever, hosts are sharing the mic with 2 guests! Claire and Katy join hosts to tell listeners about “Nourish” - a program uniquely designed for new mothers of children newborn to 5 years old. Claire and Katy have a passion for helping and empowering women to thrive in mind, body, and spirit. This therapeutic sanctuary takes a holis…
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SIDS research: virus and inflammation
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New technology is allowing researchers to look beyond standard autopsy results to investigate viruses and inflammation to point to possible causes of some cases of SIDS. Dr Robin Haynes from the Boston Children's Hospital, working in part with Australian charity River's Gift, identified specific viruses and inflammation of the brain stem in some ca…
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Literacy barriers for early health care
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It's not the apple a day keeping some people away from the doctors' office. For up to 60% of Australian adults reading a medication label, instructions on their referral, or filling in the forms in the waiting room can present a challenge to their literacy levels. That avoidance of early care means a higher chance of ending up in the emergency depa…
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mRNA became a part of the vernacular during the pandemic, but it's not just for COVID vaccines. Dr Rebecca Nisbet at the Florey Institute is using mRNA to target proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.De către Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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When your private health insurer won't pay
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Your doctor's just told you you're going to need a medical procedure, and you pat yourself on the back for paying those private health insurance premiums for all those years. But on closer inspection you realise – you're not covered for the procedure after all. Private health reforms mean coverage is a lot easier to navigate than it used to be but …
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Cows with bird flu, vaccines for human flu, and GLP-1s for Parkinson's
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This week in health news a look at how cows in the US are catching bird flu. What's new on the menu for flu vaccinations this year. And could GLP-1s, commonly recognised by brand names like Ozempic and Mounjaro, be used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and the prevention of some cancers?De către Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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When your private health won't pay, and flu vaccine options
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In health news this week it's cows with bird flu, vaccines for human flu, and GLP-1s for Parkinson's and possibly bowel cancer prevention. When your private health insurer won't pay, have you read the fine print on your policy lately? A look at health literacy barriers, when it's not the apple a day keeping some people away from the doctors' office…
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#302 - Therapy Regression: What is it and Why Does it Happen?
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Check out our newly re-launched digital course: Early Intervention Blueprint: Sensory and Developmental Milestones for Infants and Toddlers Designed for new and expecting parents, as well as therapists and professionals working with children ages birth - 4 years. OTs and OTAs - earn 11 CEU contact hours through AOTA with this digital course! What i…
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In this episode, Shannon shares a story that left her feeling like she has done her job as mother. Be sure to follow From There, To Here on Facebook & Instagram.De către Shannon and Jess
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46. Guest Interview with Amanda B - Loving THE Amazing Grace
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Amanda shares a special story with hosts: A story of birth, loss, and moving forward. Amanda is mom to THE Amazing Grace. Most people believe that adding to your family of two should be exciting. But after having a miscarriage, Amanda and her husband got pregnant a 2nd time only to receive devastating and scary news that the baby was measuring too …
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The bacteria causing bowel cancer, and how to make indoor air safer
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How changes to codeine access impacted the use of PBS-listed opiods. Pinpointing particular strains of bacteria that could lead to bowel cancer. The Australian research that helped change our definition of anaemia. And why aren't there already strict guidelines on indoor air quality?De către Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Thousands of babies at risk of respiratory syncytial virus will be better protected as cases surge. New South Wales and Queensland are following WA's lead with new RSV vaccine programs for vulnerable infants. Also making health news this week, a drop in PBS subsidised opioid use and a new therapy for a deadly genetic disease in kids.…
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Identifying a bacterial cause for bowel cancer
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Colorectal cancer is happening more often and in younger people, but why? Part of the answer might have to do with the microbiome. Researchers at University of Melbourne have identified a particular strain of bacteria that causes DNA damage that leads to cancer. Associate Professor Daniel Buchanan explains what this means – and whether this informa…
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Changes to WHO guidelines for anaemia diagnosis
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Anaemia is a common condition where there's not enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen to the body's tissues. It can cause debilitating symptoms, including tiredness, weakness and shortness of breath. For the first time in 50 years the World Health Organization has revised its guidelines for diagnosis. Professor Sant-Rayn Pasricha from the …
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Blueprint for improving indoor air quality
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We spend 90 per cent of our time indoors but the quality of the air we breathe while we're there is largely unregulated. It's something experts have been wanting to change for two decades, but came into the spotlight during the pandemic as people realised COVID was airborne. Professor Lidia Morawska is the lead author of paper in the journal Scienc…
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#301 - Does Your Toddler Have ADHD, SPD or Are They Acting in Typical Toddler Ways?
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Check out our newly re-launched digital course: Early Intervention Blueprint: Sensory and Developmental Milestones for Infants and Toddlers Designed for new and expecting parents, as well as therapists and professionals working with children ages birth - 4 years. OTs and OTAs - earn 11 CEU contact hours through AOTA with this digital course! As ped…
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Shannon shares a "Prosch Funny" - kids just say the darndest things, haha! Be sure to follow From There, To Here on Facebook & Instagram.De către Shannon and Jess
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HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY From There, To Here! Your hosts are excited to continue to bring you inspiring stories, wisdom and laughter - but first, we must celebrate! In this relaunch , we reflect back on our very first full episode - The F Word. Be sure to follow From There, To Here on Facebook & Instagram.…
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ADHD medication a lifesaver? Will cancer treatment damage your ovaries?
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Three recent scientific papers looking at ADHD treatment and other health outcomes. Why no one knows what your cancer treatment will do to your ovaries. In a small US study, brain cancer tumours shrank rapidly in the first few days when treated with chimeric antigen receptor, or CAR, T cells injected into the fluid around the brain. And suicidal th…
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Will cancer treatment damage your ovaries?
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There’s a glaring lack of data about new cancer treatments, like immunotherapy, and their effects on women’s reproductive organs and fertility. Reporter Lauren Roberts has been speaking to cancer patients and researchers to find out why this has been overlookedDe către Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Could ADHD treatment save your life?
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Three scientific papers looking at ADHD: research into the risk of death from unnatural causes like accidents; medication for ADHD and potential cardio vascular disease; and the likelihood of developing dementia. And new vaping legislation and lung cancer screening that's been presented to parliament.…
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How often does the average person think about suicide?
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Suicidal thoughts are more common than researchers expected in people who do not fit with conventional diagnoses of depression or other psychiatric disorders. Dr Maria Oquendo, from the university of Pennsylvania, says changes are needed to broaden suicide risk screening and emergency department response.…
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Using the immune system's own cells to attack brain cancer
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In this small study, brain cancer tumours shrank rapidly in the first few days when treated with chimeric antigen receptor, or CAR, T cells injected into the fluid around the brain. While some tumours returned in time, Dr Marcela Maus, from Harvard Medical School, says it's a proof of concept that requires further study.…
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#300 - 7 Therapeutic Activities with Hula Hoops
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Get ready for an episode full of simple, straightforward activities using one piece of equipment - a hula hoop! We dive into the benefits of this single piece of equipment, why you should have one in your home and multiple in your clinic and school, and then we jump right into our 7 favorite activities using hula hoops! Some of these activities can…
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TODDLER TALKS #9 - Bedtime - Body Scan
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Jess sheds lights on a mindfulness practice that she uses with Jude before bedtime. Be sure to follow From There, To Here on Facebook & Instagram. - Mindfulness for kids - Mindful kids - Grounding technique - Noticing your body - Being in your body - Using your senses - Bedtime routine - Calming - Reduce stress…
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