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Tattoos for Teens
What's the safest way to get a tattoo? Does it hurt? What can go wrong? Knowing the facts will help you decide whether a tattoo is a good idea for you.
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Body Piercing for Teens
Wondering whether you should pierce one of your precious parts? Read about what to expect.
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Getting a Blood Test for Teens
Blood tests help doctors check how the body’s organs are working and see if medical treatments are helpful. Here's how they're done.
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Donating Blood for Teens
There's a 97% chance that someone you know will need a blood transfusion. Blood donors — especially donors with certain blood types — are always in demand. Find out what's involved in this article for teens.
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Hepatitis B for Teens
Hepatitis B can move from one person to another through blood and other body fluids. For this reason, people usually get it through unprotected sex or by sharing needles.
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How Do People Get AIDS? for Teens
AIDS, or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, is a disease where the body is unable to fight off many infectious diseases as it normally could. Find out how AIDS is spread and how to protect yourself against it.
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HIV and AIDS for Teens
There is no cure for AIDS, which is why prevention is so important. Get the facts on HIV/AIDS, as well as how it affects the body and is treated, in this article.
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Blood Test (Video) for Teens
These videos show what's involved in getting a blood test and what it's like to be the person taking the blood sample.
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5 Tips for Dealing With Shots for Teens
If you're afraid of shots, you're not alone. Next time your doc asks you to roll up your sleeve, try these tips.
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Can You Get HIV From Having Sex With Someone Who Has AIDS? for Teens
People who have AIDS are infected with the HIV virus. This means they can pass HIV on to others.