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What's a Laparoscopic Appendectomy? (Video) for Parents
An appendectomy is surgery to remove the appendix. Surgeons remove the appendix when it gets blocked and becomes infected. A laparoscopic appendectomy lets surgeons remove the appendix with the help of a tiny video camera called a laparoscope.
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Appendectomy for Parents
Learn the basics of an appendectomy so you know what to expect if your child has this surgery.
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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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Medical Care and Your 4- to 7-Month-Old for Parents
Because your baby begins to show their personality during these months, your questions might focus on physical and social development.
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Medical Care During Pregnancy for Parents
The sooner in pregnancy good care begins, the better for the health of both moms and their babies. Here's what to expect.
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Well-Child Visit: 8 Years for Parents
Find out what this well-child visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the eighth year.
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Well-Child Visit: 7 Years for Parents
Find out what this well-child visit will involve and what your child might be doing by the seventh year.
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Amanda's Hodgkin's Story for Kids
Amanda's life changed dramatically when she was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease. Find out more in this article for kids.
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How to Stay Healthy With Type 1 Diabetes for Kids
Kids who have type 1 diabetes need to take some important steps to feel good and stay healthy.
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Treating Gastroschisis - Gastroschisis Silo (Video) for Parents
Gastroschisis is when a baby is born with the intestines, and sometimes other organs, sticking out through a hole in the belly wall near the umbilical cord. A gastroschisis silo allow the intestines to slowly move into the belly.