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Ankle Sprains for Teens
A sprained ankle is a very common injury that happens when the ligaments that support the ankle get overly stretched or torn. Find out how to avoid ankle sprains and what to do if you get one.
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What Is Xylazine? for Parents
Xylazine is a tranquilizer used by veterinarians that is also used as a street drug mixed with other drugs (mainly fentanyl) to increase the effects and lower the price.
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What Is Fentanyl? for Parents
Fentanyl is a synthetic (man-made) opioid that doctors can prescribe to treat pain. Fentanyl is also made illegally and sold as a street drug.
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Heroin for Teens
Heroin is a highly addictive drug made from the seed pod of the opium poppy plant. Learn more about heroin and its effects in this article for teens.
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Blood Test: Amylase for Parents
An amylase test may be done if a child has signs of a problem with the pancreas, such as belly pain, nausea, or vomiting.
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What Is Heroin? for Parents
Heroin is a highly addictive, illegal narcotic that can cause death when taken in excess.
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Safety Tips: Wrestling for Teens
In wrestling, injuries are bound to happen sometimes. To keep things as safe as possible, follow these tips.
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Safety Tips: Field Hockey for Teens
Field hockey is a contact sport, and injuries are bound to happen. To minimize your risk of injury, follow these safety tips.
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What Is Narcan (Naloxone)? for Parents
Narcan is a medicine that can save someone from a heroin, fentanyl, or prescription opioid medicine overdose. Narcan is the brand name for naloxone.
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Radial Dysplasia for Parents
Babies with radial dysplasia (also called radial club hand) are born with a short or missing radial bone. This makes the wrist turn in.