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Definition: Immunotherapy for Parents
Immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots, is a form of treatment used for certain allergies.
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for Parents
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disease. It's a physical condition that also can also affect a person emotionally.
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Lactose Intolerance Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
What teachers should know about lactose intolerance and how to help students who have it.
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Prenatal Test: Glucose Screening for Parents
Glucose screenings check for gestational diabetes, a short-term form of diabetes that some women develop during pregnancy.
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A to Z: Anemia for Parents
Learn about anemia, a common blood disorder that happens when the level of healthy red blood cells in the body becomes too low.
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Dealing With Addiction for Teens
Find out what you can do if you think you or a friend has a drug or alcohol addiction - from recognizing the warning signs to suggestions to help you stay clean.
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What Is Skin Testing for Allergies? for Parents
A scratch or skin prick test is a common way doctors find out more about a person's allergies.
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Concussions: What Teachers Need to Know for Parents
What teachers should know about concussions and the healing process.
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Sclerotherapy for Parents
Sclerotherapy is a procedure in which medicine is injected into blood vessels or lymph vessels to make them close. It's used to treat vascular malformations.
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When Can Teens Go Back to Sports After a Concussion? for Teens
As long as people play sports, there will be concussions from time to time. Find out how to protect yourself and when it's safe to return to sports after a concussion.