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A to Z: Cardiac Arrest for Parents
With this medical emergency, the heart suddenly stops beating and prevents oxygen from getting to the body. Read more about it here.
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Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Teens
Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
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Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Parents
Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
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Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Kids
Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
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What's Blood? for Kids
It swirls through your veins and arteries, but what is it really? Find out about blood in this article for kids.
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Words to Know (Heart Glossary) for Parents
A guide to medical terms about the heart and circulatory system. In an easy A-Z format, find definitions on heart defects, heart conditions, treatments, and more.
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Hepatitis for Kids
It's sneaky, it's silent, and it can permanently harm your liver. Read this article for more information on hepatitis.
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Hib Disease (Haemophilus Influenzae Type b) for Parents
Hib disease can cause serious illnesses like meningitis and pneumonia. To protect kids from this bacterial infection, they should receive the Hib vaccine as infants.
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Blood Transfusions for Parents
A blood transfusion is a safe and relatively simple medical procedure that replaces blood lost during surgery or because of an injury or illness.
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Speech-Language Therapy for Parents
Working with a certified speech-language pathologist can help a child with speech or language difficulties.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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