Dr. Reda Awad M.D.

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• Century-Old Drug Could Be a New Approach to Autism Treatment

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• What Is Newborn Jaundice?

  Jaundice is a harmless condition that often affects newborn babies, which makes the skin and whites of the eyes become yellowish. The medical description of jaundice in newborns is neonatal jaundice. It can occur if high levels of bilirubin are found in the blood and body tissues of...

• What Is Cyanosis and Why Does It Occur?

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• What Is Hib Meningitis?

  Hib meningitis is an infectious disease that is life-threatening. The disease is characterized by inflammation of the surrounding layers of the spinal cord and the brain. The meninges are layers that assist in protecting the brain from infection and injury. Children who are below 4 years old are the...

• What Is ADHD: Get the Facts

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