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  • Definition: Glycosylated Hemoglobin Test (Hemoglobin A1c) for Parents


    The glycosylated hemoglobin test shows what a person's average blood glucose level was for the 2 to 3 months before the test. This can help determine how well a person's diabetes is being controlled over time.

  • Definition: Glycosylated Hemoglobin Test (Hemoglobin A1c) for Teens


    The glycosylated hemoglobin test shows what a person's average blood glucose level was for the 2 to 3 months before the test.

  • Overweight and Obesity for Parents


    Preventing kids from becoming overweight means making choices in the way your family eats and exercises, and how you spend time together.

  • Eating During Pregnancy for Parents


    To eat well during pregnancy, your extra calories should come from nutritious foods that contribute to your baby's growth and development.

  • MRSA for Parents


    MRSA is a type of bacteria that the usual antibiotics can't tackle anymore. Simple precautions can help protect your kids from becoming infected.

  • Connecting With Your Preteen for Parents


    As your preteen becomes more independent, staying connected may seem like more of a challenge. But it's as important as ever – here are some tips.

  • Broken Bones for Kids


    What happens when you break a bone?

  • Shyness for Teens


    Shyness is extremely common, especially among teens. But lots of mild to moderate shyness melts away with practice and familiarity, making social situations easier and easier to handle each time.

  • What You Need to Know About Drugs for Kids


    Drugs are chemicals that change the way a person's body works. Some drugs help you feel better, but drugs also can harm you. Learn more in this article for kids.

  • Boys and Puberty for Kids


    On the way to becoming a man, a boy's body will go through a lot of changes, including your body growing bigger, your voice changing, and hair sprouting everywhere. Find out more.