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Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) for Parents
Rhabdomyosarcoma is a cancerous tumor that shows up in the body's soft tissues. With early diagnosis and timely treatment, most kids make a full recovery.
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Allergy Shots for Parents
Many kids battle allergies year-round, and some can't control their symptoms with medications. For them, allergy shots (or allergen immunotherapy) can help.
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Epilepsy Surgery for Parents
Epilepsy surgery is an operation done on the brain to reduce or stop seizures.
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Non-Hodgkin (Non-Hodgkin's) Lymphoma for Parents
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (also called non-Hodgkin's lymphoma) is a is a cancer of the lymphatic system. The majority of kids with this type of cancer are cured.
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Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever for Teens
Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) is a disease caused by a bacteria that is carried by certain types of ticks. Learn about the signs and symptoms of RMSF and tips for preventing infection in this article.
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Head Lice for Parents
Lice aren't dangerous and they don't spread disease, but they are contagious, annoying, and sometimes hard to get rid of. Learn more about this common childhood problem and how to get rid of those pesky little bugs.
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Head Lice for Teens
Lice aren't dangerous, but they do spread from person to person easily. They can also be hard to get rid of. Find out how to prevent lice -- and what to do if someone you know has them.
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Pads and Tampons for Kids
When a girl gets her period, she'll need some supplies. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever for Parents
Rocky Mountain spotted fever is an infection spread by ticks. Find out more about it - including how to prevent it.
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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.