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Blood for Teens
Find out about the mysterious, life-sustaining fluid called blood.
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Cholesterol for Teens
Cholesterol is a type of fat found in your blood. The body needs some cholesterol, but too much can be a problem. Discover more about cholesterol.
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When Being Overweight Is a Health Problem for Teens
A couple of pounds of extra body fat are not a health risk for most people. But when people are severely overweight, it can cause health problems.
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Bones, Muscles, and Joints for Teens
Our bones, muscles, and joints form our musculoskeletal system and enable us to do everyday physical activities.
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What's It Like to Stay in the Hospital? for Teens
Scheduled for a hospital stay? Knowing what to expect can make it a little easier.
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Yoga for Teens
Looking for a workout program that's easy to learn, requires little or no equipment, and soothes your soul while toning your body? Read about yoga - and watch our slideshow for some easy poses to try.
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EKG (Video) for Teens
This video shows what it's like to have an electrocardiogram (EKG for short).
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Smoking for Teens
Smoking is on the decline, but some people are still lighting up. Why? The answer is addiction. Find out more in this article for teens.
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Kidney Disease for Teens
Sometimes, the kidneys can't do their job properly. In teens, kidney disease is usually due to infections, structural issues, glomerulonephritis, or nephrotic syndrome.
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Syphilis for Teens
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Early treatment can cure it and prevent long-term problems.