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Knock Knees (Genu Valgum) for Parents
Kids often have knock knees (when knees touch but the ankles are apart). They usually go away without on their own by the time a child is 7 or 8 years old.
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Bow Legs (Genu Varum) for Parents
Bow legs is when the legs curve outward at the knees while the feet and ankles touch. Infants and toddlers often have bow legs. It's rarely serious and usually goes away on its own.
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Nutrition & Fitness (Topic Center) for Parents
You know the importance of exercising and eating nutritious foods, but do you know how to raise a healthy and active child? Get practical advice and tips.
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Lactose Intolerance for Kids
Kids with lactose intolerance have trouble digesting a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy foods. But by making smart choices, they can eat delicious foods without feeling sick.
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Lactose Intolerance for Parents
Many kids have lactose intolerance - trouble digesting lactose, the main sugar in milk and milk products - which can cause cramps, diarrhea, and gas.
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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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Lactose Intolerance for Teens
If you have lactose intolerance, you're not alone. Lots of people have the condition. Check out these tips on dealing with lactose intolerance.
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Digestive System for Parents
The digestive process starts even before the first bite of food. Find out more about the digestive system and how our bodies break down and absorb the food we eat.
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Words to Know (Special Health Care Needs Glossary) for Parents
This glossary defines terms on health care, government benefits, learning, legal and financial matters, and more.
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How Do Asthma Medicines Work? for Kids
Kids who have asthma need to take medicine. But what kind of medicine do they take and what does it do? Let's find out.