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1Banking Your Newborn's Cord Blood
Some parents choose to bank their newborn's cord blood. Is cord-blood banking right for you?
2Stem Cell Transplants
Stem cells help rebuild a person's weakened immune system. Stem cell transplants are effective treatments for a wide range of diseases, including cancer.
3Stem Cell Transplants
Stem cells help rebuild a child's weakened immune system. Stem cell transplants are effective treatments for a wide range of diseases, including cancer.
4Thalassemias
Thalassemias are not a single disorder but rather a group of genetic blood diseases that vary widely in severity.
5Words to Know (Cancer Glossary)
Check out our virtual cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
6Words to Know (Cancer Glossary)
Check out our virtual cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
7Words to Know (Cancer Glossary)
Check out our virtual cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
8Testicular Torsion
This emergency condition happens when the spermatic cord gets twisted and cuts off blood supply, causing pain and swelling. Find out what to do in this article for teens.
9Testicular Torsion
This emergency condition causes extreme genital pain and usually requires surgery to save a boy's testicle. If your son has groin pain, get him to a doctor right away.
10Why Do I Have a Belly Button?
A belly button, also called a navel, is something everyone in the world has! You can find out why in our article for kids.


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