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Should I Take Pills to Regulate My Period? for Teens
Doctors sometimes prescribe birth control pills (the Pill) to regulate periods. Here's why.
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Teaching Your Child How to Swallow Pills for Parents
Swallowing a pill is something that many of us take for granted. But just like any skill, learning to swallow a pill takes practice.
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Taking Prescription Opioid Pain Medicines Safely for Teens
Opioids are very good at controlling pain, but there are risks to taking them. If you've been prescribed a medicine that contains an opioid, find out how to use it safely.
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Giving Opioid Prescription Pain Medicine: What Parents Need to Know for Parents
If your child’s health care provider prescribed a prescription pain medicine that contains an opioid, you probably have many questions about how to use it safely. Get answers here.
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What Are Amphetamines? for Parents
Amphetamines (including prescription diet pills) are highly addictive stimulants that accelerate functions in the brain and body.
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I Throw Up During My Period. Is That Normal? for Teens
Many girls throw up — or feel like they might throw up — just before or during their periods.
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Steroids and Cancer Treatment for Teens
If your doctor prescribed steroids as part of your treatment for an illness, don't worry. It's not the illegal, doping scandal kind of steroid. Get the details in this article for teens.
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Steroids for Treating Cancer for Parents
Unlike the steroids that body builders use, steroids used in cancer treatment are safe and help kids feel better.
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Eating Disorders for Parents
Eating disorders are common among teens and kids, especially young women. Read about the warning signs, prevention strategies, and ways to help a child with an eating disorder.
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How to Safely Give Acetaminophen for Parents
What kind? How much? How often? Find out how to give this pain and fever medicine.