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A to Z: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) for Parents
Learn about myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disease that causes weakness in the voluntary muscles.
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A to Z: Polymyositis for Parents
Polymyositis is an uncommon disease that causes muscle weakness, pain, and inflammation. It usually affects adults.
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Strength Training for Parents
With a properly designed and supervised program, strength training can be a fun way for kids to build healthy muscles, joints, and bones.
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How Does the Muscular System Work? (Video) for Kids
Watch this movie about the muscular system.
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Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy for Parents
Duchenne muscular dystrophy is the most common form of muscular dystrophy. It gradually makes the body's muscles weaker.
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Tetanus for Teens
Tetanus is a bacterial infection that grows in a contaminated wound. Because it can be serious, it's important to get immunized. Find out more.
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Muscular Dystrophy for Parents
Muscular dystrophy is a disorder that weakens a person's muscles over time. People who have the disease can gradually lose the ability to do everyday tasks.
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A to Z: Myositis for Parents
Learn about causes of muscle weakness and conditions that affect muscles and muscle tissue.
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What's Myalgia? for Kids
Myalgia is muscle pain — when muscles hurt because of an injury, overuse, or a medical condition.
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Why Do Many Pregnant Women Pull Ligaments, Muscles, and Joints? for Parents
Find out what the experts have to say.