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A to Z: Dermatophytosis (Ringworm) for Parents
Dermatophytosis, or ringworm, is a highly contagious infection of the skin, hair, or nails caused by a type of fungus called a dermatophyte.
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Alopecia Areata (Hair Loss) for Parents
Alopecia areata is a condition that causes hair loss on the scalp and sometimes elsewhere on the body.
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Tetanus for Parents
Tetanus (also called lockjaw) is a preventable disease that affects the muscles and nerves, usually due to a contaminated wound.
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Psoriasis for Teens
Psoriasis causes skin cells to build up on the surface of the skin where they form itchy, red areas and thick scales. Find out how to deal with psoriasis, and what causes it.
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What's Ringworm? for Kids
Ringworm isn't a worm at all. It's an infection on the skin or nails caused by a fungus.
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Ringworm for Kids
Ringworm isn't a worm at all - it's the name for a type of fungal skin infection. The good news is that ringworm is easy to treat.
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How the Body Works Scavenger Hunt Answer Sheet for Kids
Check here for answers when you're done with the How the Body Works Scavenger Hunt!
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How the Body Works: Quizzes for Kids
From your nose to your toes, do you know how the body works? Take these quizzes to find out!
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How the Body Works: Articles for Kids
Your body has so many amazing parts. Learn more about them in these articles - perfect for school assignments!
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About Body Basics for Parents
Remember the biology class you had in high school? Well, maybe you don't or maybe now that you have a child, your interest in how the body works has grown.