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Testicular Torsion for Parents
This emergency condition causes extreme genital pain and usually requires surgery to save a boy's testicle. If your son has groin pain, get him to a doctor right away.
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Words to Know (Special Health Care Needs Glossary) for Parents
This glossary defines terms on health care, government benefits, learning, legal and financial matters, and more.
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Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) for Parents
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in kids. They're easy to treat and usually clear up in a week or so.
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Classroom Exercise Breaks for Elementary Students for Parents
Elementary school teachers can incorporate physical activity breaks into daily classroom routines to help improve test scores and student behavior. This article is for educators.
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Urinary Tract Infections for Teens
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the most common reasons that teens visit a doctor. Learn about the symptoms of UTIs, how they're treated, and more in this article.
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Immune System for Teens
The immune system is made up of special cells, proteins, tissues, and organs that defend people against germs and microorganisms.
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Getting a Blood Test for Parents
Blood tests help doctors check how the body’s organs are working and see if medical treatments are helpful. Here's how they're done.
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Getting a Blood Test for Teens
Blood tests help doctors check how the body’s organs are working and see if medical treatments are helpful. Here's how they're done.
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Testicular Injuries for Teens
Serious testicular injuries are relatively uncommon, but testicular injury can be painful. Here's how you can protect yourself from injury.
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Blood Test: Immunoglobulins (IgA, IgG, IgM) for Parents
Immunoglobulins (antibodies in the blood) can give doctors important information about the immune system, especially relating to infection or autoimmune disease.