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Birth Defects for Parents
Some birth defects are minor and cause no problems. Others can be serious and require lifelong treatment.
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Treacher Collins Syndrome for Parents
Treacher Collins syndrome (TCS) refers to a group of facial features that some babies are born with. TCS causes distinctive abnormalities of the head and face, but doesn't affect intelligence or lifespan.
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Moving to Middle School for Kids
You're moving on up to middle school. But what will it be like?
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Alcohol for Teens
Deciding whether to drink is a personal decision that we each eventually have to make. Get the facts about alcohol.
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Stem Cell Transplants for Parents
Stem cells help rebuild a weakened immune system. Stem cell transplants are effective treatments for a wide range of diseases, including cancer.
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Beta Thalassemia for Parents
Beta thalassemia is a blood disorder in which the body has a problem producing beta globin, a component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body.
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Alpha Thalassemia for Parents
Alpha thalassemia is a blood disorder in which the body has a problem producing alpha globin, a component of hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body.
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Going to School When You Have Diabetes for Kids
Are you on your own at school when you're dealing with diabetes? Not at all. Your teachers, coaches, school nurse, and friends can help you out.
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Bipolar Disorder Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
What teachers should know about bipolar disorder, and how to help students with the disorder do their best in school.
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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Factsheet (for Schools) for Parents
What teachers should know about posttraumatic stress disorder, and how to help students with PTSD.