Monday, December 28, 2009

Can an adopted child get their birth parents' health history

Can an adopted child get their birth parents' health history?
I was adopted at birth, I'm now 21 and have a lot of health issues. I don't have any health history at all from my birth parents and am wondering if I even have a legal chance of getting it. Knowing my birth families health history could really help me. Does anyone know how to obtain records? I understand that probably the best way is to go straight to the source; my birth parents. But I do not want to contact them at all let alone speak to them. I'm asking if there is anyway without just tracking my mother down and talking to her.
Adoption - 8 Answers
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That depends on the state you live in. many states have closed adoption records. I would contact the county clerk in the county you were born in and ask them what paperwork you can legally get. It varies greatly.
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You can always contact the adoption agency and see if they can give you your real parents names. The best way to find out would be to find them and ask them yourself
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It all depends on your state. A word about health history- when you contact the agency, they WILL give you your medical history. BUT- it's as old as you are, and it's pretty much useless. Medical histories change frequently. Let me know which state you were born and adopted in, and maybe I can help you. The only way is to get their names and contact them. I had cancer when I was 34, so my history was extremely important, as EVERYONE'S is. Unfortunately, the government discriminates against adoptees with closed records.
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You can get it, but it may not be very helpful. Remember than any medical information taken from your biological parents is now 21 years out of date. Multiple conditions could have developed in them since then. The best way to learn your medical history is to conduct a search and contact them directly. When I found my birthmom, I learned that her dad did not die of a heart attack as was listed in my "non-identifying information", but of a blood clot that went to his heart - big difference, medically speaking. I also learned that her sister had breast cancer - something that couldn't have been in my medical information when I was born as it hadn't yet happened. Wishing you well.
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Contacting the agency could help, but getting your natural parents' names and contacting them is the best way to get medical history. Families share medical history directly....person to person. Some relatives talk to each other, and other relatives never talk to each other at all. It has only been within the past 20 or so years that genetic information has become available for people to understand. Most families didn't know the role of heredity in medical conditions until very recently. There is little to no medical information in the typical adoptive file, from 20 or more years ago. But, some natural parents will sometimes volunteer an updated history, so it is worth it to ask the agency first. There may be some information there.
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Some States have a medical information registry where a mother can submit updated medical information for the adopted person. One example is: http://www.health.state.ny.us/vital_records/adoption.htm
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It's not your *birth* family, it's just your family. It obviously didn't end at birth--you have health problems. The only way you'll ever know is to find them and ask them yourself.
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I can tell you that if it was a closed adoption, you will have a hard time getting it. Some birthmothers give information and others do not. To be honest, you cannot really go by the non-identifying information. Not all birthmothers gave accurate information especially during the year you were born. Social workers ask, but the info is only as good as what the mothers give them. They have to take their word for it. The only way to get accurate info is to talk to the biological families yourself. I know what you're going through. I hope one day they will stop all of this secrecy. Don't give up. Good luck!

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Thursday, December 24, 2009

Where can i find a pediatrician for my child without having health insurance

Where can i find a pediatrician for my child without having health insurance?

Other - General Health Care - 1 Answers
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Look in the phone book for some local clinics. They have reduced rates and some of them are based on your income. Good Luck, our healthcare sucks here.

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Sunday, December 20, 2009

Why should a child care provider be in good health

Why should a child care provider be in good health?
what are ways to improveone's personal health, and what would impact be on the public and the role of an early childhood educator?
Other - Health - 2 Answers
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First off the health of a provider who has the flu, chicken pox, strep throat, etc. is contagious to the children and if it's poor health such as arthritis, obesity, back problems, etc. the provider is providing lower quality care to the children as they can't play alot, run, bend, squat, etc. leaving little choices for entertainment.
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The 1st part of your question is a "no brainer". Naturally, if you're caring for children you should not only be in good (if not great) health but you should be able to set a good example for the children in your care. I would definitely consider the health (both mental/emotional and physical) of the person that I was considering leaving my children with.

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Wednesday, December 16, 2009

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Saturday, December 12, 2009

How does it make a difference to the child's health how old his/her fathers was when he/she was born

How does it make a difference to the child's health how old his/her fathers was when he/she was born?

Other - Pregnancy & Parenting - 3 Answers
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Older fathers are more likely to produce fetuses with chromosomal anomalies that lead to miscarriage or birth defects, shows new research. It was known that older women had a higher risk of such problems, but this is the first research to demonstrate a linear link between age and chromosome anomalies for men. Scientists at the University AutÃ²noma de Barcelona in Spain studied 200,000 sperm from 18 healthy donors aged 24 to 74 years. The percentage of sperm with double copies of all the chromosomes (diploidy) increases by 17 per cent for every 10 year increase in age, they found. "Over the age group we found an increase from 0.2 to 0.4 percent in the frequencies of diploidy," says Josep Egozcue, who led the research. Though this appears small, he told New Scientist, when the researchers checked back with the donors they found that those with the higher frequencies had children with chromosomal anomalies. Egozcue suggests that men over the age of 55 years should have their sperm checked for chromosomal anomalies before conceiving and should consider freezing their sperm when young. Richard Kennedy from the British Fertility Society says that men over 55 are not used as sperm donors anyway due to the quality of their semen. "The incidence of diploidy in older men is probably related to the fact that the pituitary is producing too much follicle stimulating hormone, which affects sperm," he said.
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'spontaneous mutations in sperm-producing cells or alterations in genetic "imprinting," which affects gene expression.' Hope this helps
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Because the older the father is at the time of conception, the greater chances of his child suffering any number of genetic defects-that seems to be the norm in the most recent studies I've read of as well as having seen some brief news bits on CNN and such....some of these problems a man who is older, even at the age of 40 and up, can cause in his children are the greater chances of having a child with Autism, but a couple of the other defects that I recall having read as I only quickly perused the article in, where else of course, but my doctor's office, are increased chances of dwarfism, I'm sure you're aware of what that is. But also what seems to be somewhat the opposite end of that spectrum and that is Marfan Syndrome. And one of the main characteristics of Marfan Syndrome (this is a disease of the connective tissue in the body. I actually have something called "Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome" which is also a defect in the soft connective tissue of the body, but I lack some of the obvious characteristics that are usually very obvious with someone with Marfan Syndrome.) Someone with Marfan is typically very tall, and the fact that this is a condition of the soft connective tissue in the body, a fact I'm far too familiar with unfortunately, means anyone can have any particular type, affecting different connective tissues, and it's more severe and obvious in some than in others. I know that with the condition I have that anyone with the defect of the tissues which connect the heart...or more specifically, hold it in place along with supporting organs, well, if I had that specific type of Ehlers-Danlos I wouldn't be here typing this as apparently no one has lived beyond the age of 30. Vascular is what I think that specific type is called, and it's likely called the same with Marfan Syndrome although I don't know the typical age where one could live if they did have that particular connective tissue problem. If I remember correctly, Abe Lincoln actually had Marfan Syndrome. Typically very tall, and for whatever reason it affects the longer bones in their bodies, such as fingers, toes, arms & such because they are disproportionately longer than the rest of their body. Oddly I knew about the Marfan Syndrome because of Abe Lincoln prior to learning that the problem I've always had with dislocating joints and more actually was a rare condition and it has a name as well as being hereditary. I read a lot. Sometimes maybe a bit much....NAH!!! I know a whole lot of information about a whole lot of nothing generally it seems! Can't believe I actually know a tiny bit about this condition then recently with the news reports as well as the article I read in the doctor's office about increased age in men at the time of conception actually DOES make a difference, causes more problems in children than was previously realized....because of course the woman has always been blamed for everything!! Even if the baby is a boy or a girl....and IF you don't know this....the MAN is the ONLY responsible party deciding the sex of a child!! Why? Hey, sorry, not a doctor, and I've also never even played one on TV, but I do know as I said, lots about nothing mostly, but I know this for a fact...a woman-FEMALE carries only ONE chromosone, and that is the X one. But the MAN is the one who carries BOTH the X and the Y Chromosone's so whatever he passes along in his sperm are what determines the sex of the child! Sure, there might be a tiny thing a woman might do to help....maybe have sex with that MALE more or less often to help (or most likely just HOPE along whatever sex it is that you might prefer, but not much else!) So if the MALE passes down (2) two of those XX's, it's a girl, if he passes along an X & Y chromosone, BOUNCING BABY BOY!! Sorry I'm not much help, but since you obviously have online access, (maybe not all the time though??) if you do have the time I strongly suggest researching further the information you're looking for. I actually don't know if the father you're asking or wondering about is older or younger!!! Hey, I'll bet Yahoo! Search might eventually come up with some information for you! But from my memory that's what I do know and I am NOT making any of this up off the top of my head, either! I did recently read about this as well as hear a brief news report. Good Luck to you and I hope I maybe helped? If not, I certainly did try!!!

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Tuesday, December 8, 2009

I need 60 days of health insurance for my child. Where is the best place to get such short term insurance

I need 60 days of health insurance for my child. Where is the best place to get such short term insurance?
He is being dropped from a private plan and my employer won't let me add him until open enrollment.
Insurance - 6 Answers
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Check with Cobra for a short term plan like that. Unfortunately it is going to be very expensive with any company you decide to go with.
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Medicad or Medical (state insurance)
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go to the social security office and apply for emergency medical.. or regular medical..
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Wrap him in bubble-wrap......j/k :-)
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There are health insurance policies for exactly this purpose. They are called Short Term Medical, are typically for up to six months but can be renewed once if no claims are filed during the initial period, and are very easy to qualify for. Try www.assuranthealth.com for a quote.
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I thought that as long as some is being droped or the insurance is terminating that the new insurance would automatically pick them up at least that is what my old insurance did. Try www.eHealthInsurance.com they have short term insurance coverage but I think it's 6 months I want to say I saw as low as 3 months last time I was in there check it out.

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Friday, December 4, 2009

How does a women planning to be pregnant (first child) at 40yrs prepare? Any health dangers

How does a women planning to be pregnant (first child) at 40yrs prepare? Any health dangers?
Any vitamins to take or foods to avoid?
Trying to Conceive - 4 Answers
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Go and have a pre-conception check up with your doctor. Your doctor will address any health issues with you. Make sure you are taking a folic acid supplement. Helps avoid birth defects such as spina bifida. Avoid alcohol while trying to conceive There is some increased risk for birth defects such as down's syndrome. You can have prenatal testing if you wish.
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The health concerns are many for the child, at 40+ there is a high risk of the child having developmental problems, or downs syndrome
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First you need to go and speak to your gyno. They can then fill you in on everything you could possible need to know or prepare yourself for. they will more than likely suggest you to start taking folic acid pills and go ahead and start on prenatal vitamins. best of luck to you baby dust headed your way.
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Firstly good luck! Some doctors might suggest trying IVF straight away because of your age factor. However, as mentioned by all the others, you need to start taking Folic Acid (at least 5mg) per day immediately. Some other very good vitamins are Vit E (1000mg) (excellent for fertility), your fish oils (omega 3, 6 and 9) - flaxseed oil works best for me, and a general multi-vit. If you have regular periods, and have no other health issues - after a ultrasound a gynae will assess you and discuss treatment (hence trying naturally or with assistance). You will need to be aggressive in trying, as you cannot afford to try naturally for 6 months without progress. Should you have no progress naturally, push your doctor for more options. Good luck and plenty baby dust to you *******

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Tuesday, December 1, 2009

What health insurance company is best for a child

What health insurance company is best for a child?
I am looking for a good and reasonably priced health insurance provider for my 9 year old son. Insurance through my work is outrageous so I'm looking for an outside provider. His mother is suppose to have already put him on CHIP with the state of TX (by court order) but she refuses to do so for some reason. I hate the idea of him being without health insurance. Anyone had any good experiences with certain companies? Any suggestions or feedback would be greatly appreciated.
Other - General Health Care - 4 Answers
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you can go thru the human services people and they can help you get set up on insurance and if not they can help you as to where to go
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In terms of good, reasonably priced health insurance for lower income families, SCHIPS is hard to beat. Your wife (ex-wife?) may be resistant because SCHIPS is cheap, but not free. If she is aware of your ability to provide health insurance through your employer, this may be a cause of resistance (especially if, at the end of the day, you have the means to pay for your son's policy). Unfortunately, you will find that in order to purchase personal insurance for your son, you will need to be covered under the policy as well. So as "outrageous" as you think the policy is from your employer, it will likely be cheaper (and will DEFINITELY be better coverage) than dropping your employer's plan for yourself in order to cover both you and your son. So, you may have two options on the table if you want your son covered. Go to bat and attempt to enforce the court order on your wife, which will not endear you to her one bit...or man up and pay for coverage for your son through your employer. Not the answer you may wish to hear, but there you are. Best wishes.
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This website has medical care for as low as $29.95 a month per household take a look www.mybenefitsplus.com/40677492
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State health plans are often among the best coverage, least expensive plans around for kids. However, if that's not an option (as you've indicated), then check into an individual plan for your son. As you found out, putting him on your plan at work will probably give him pretty good benefits, but group plans usually assume that, on average, there will be 2.2 kids/employee; therefore, someone with 1 or 2 pays more while someone with 3 or more pays less (hey, that's how insurance works: it "averages" things out across a lot of people). However, by buying an individual plan for him you'll only pay for "his" coverage. Further, you'll be better able to get a less expensive plan that might be better suited to his actual needs. Here's a few tips: 1. Try to figure out "how much" health care he generally uses. Don't buy a really dynamite plan with a lot of bells & whistles if he's unlikely to use most of them. Remember, the point of "insurance" is to handle expensive items; coverage for the more "routine" stuff is really just "health care financing." 2. Even if you buy a plan with a higher deductible (like $2,500 - 5,000), you'll still probably get those things people use mainly, like doctor and generic drug copays, etc. 3. Find a broker near you who specializes in health insurance specifically. Visit NAHU.org (see below), which is the professional association of brokers (like me) who specialize in individual & employer health insurance. 4. Alternatively (and if you're fairly confident of your expertise in this area) you can run your own quotes for him by visiting my site (below) or Norvax.com, an online quoting site. Hope this helps a bit!

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