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Birth Defects for Parents
Some birth defects are minor and cause no problems. Others can be serious and require lifelong treatment.
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Treacher Collins Syndrome for Parents
Treacher Collins syndrome (TCS) refers to a group of facial features that some babies are born with. TCS causes distinctive abnormalities of the head and face, but doesn't affect intelligence or lifespan.
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Moving to Middle School for Kids
You're moving on up to middle school. But what will it be like?
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Alcohol for Teens
Deciding whether to drink is a personal decision that we each eventually have to make. Get the facts about alcohol.
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Stem Cell Transplants for Parents
Stem cells help rebuild a weakened immune system. Stem cell transplants are effective treatments for a wide range of diseases, including cancer.
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I'm Thinking of Suicide. How Can I Get Help? for Teens
If you have been thinking about suicide, it is important to get help right away.
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Dealing With Nightmares for Teens
Nightmares aren't completely preventable, but you can set the stage for a peaceful night's rest.
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5 Ways to Cope When a Loved One Dies for Teens
We all face grief at some point. Here are ideas that might help you cope when someone you love has died.
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A to Z: Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II for Parents
Mucopolysaccharidosis type II, or Hunter syndrome, is a rare genetic disorder that affects mostly males.
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Beta Thalassemia for Parents
Beta thalassemia is a blood disorder in which the body has a problem producing beta globin, a component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body.