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  • What's a Lunula? for Kids


    Take a look at your thumb and you'll see this: it's the light half-moon shape at the very bottom of your nail.

  • 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.

  • Alopecia Areata (Hair Loss) for Parents


    Alopecia areata is a condition that causes hair loss on the scalp and sometimes elsewhere on the body.

  • Tetanus for Parents


    Tetanus (also called lockjaw) is a preventable disease that affects the muscles and nerves, usually due to a contaminated wound.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • How the Body Works: Activities for Kids


    Do you know what's inside the lungs? How much do you know about hair? Try these activities and test your knowledge about how the body works!

  • About the Body Basics Library for Teens


    Did you ever wonder what all those complex body systems do? Use this medical library to find out about basic human anatomy, how it all functions, and what happens when things go wrong.