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  • A to Z: Ringworm (Dermatophytosis) for Parents


    Ringworm, or dermatophytosis, is a highly contagious infection of the skin, hair or nails caused by a type of fungus called a dermatophyte.

  • Alopecia Areata (Hair Loss) for Parents


    Alopecia areata is a condition that causes hair loss on the scalp and sometimes elsewhere on the body.

  • Psoriasis for Teens


    Psoriasis causes skin cells to build up on the surface of the skin where they form itchy, red areas and thick scales. Find out how to deal with psoriasis, and what causes it.

  • Tetanus for Parents


    Tetanus (also called lockjaw) is a preventable disease that affects the muscles and nerves, usually due to a contaminated wound.

  • What's Ringworm? for Kids


    Ringworm isn't a worm at all. It's an infection on the skin or nails caused by a fungus.

  • Ringworm for Kids


    Ringworm isn't a worm at all - it's the name for a type of fungal skin infection. The good news is that ringworm is easy to treat.

  • How the Body Works Scavenger Hunt Answer Sheet for Kids


    Check here for answers when you're done with the How the Body Works Scavenger Hunt!

  • Athlete's Foot for Teens


    Although the name athlete's foot sounds funny, if you have this skin infection, you're probably not laughing. The good news is that it is generally easy to treat.

  • How the Body Works: Activities for Kids


    Do you know what's inside the lungs? How much do you know about hair? Try these activities and test your knowledge about how the body works!

  • Bathroom, Laundry, and Garage: Household Safety Checklist for Parents


    Use these checklists to make a safety check of your home, including your bathroom, garage, and laundry area. You should answer "yes" to all of these questions.