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Health Insurance Basics for Teens
Taking charge of your own health care is a big step, and it can be a little overwhelming. Here's a quick crash course on insurance for teens.
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Electronic Health Records for Teens
Because EHRs improve how well your doctors talk to each other and coordinate your treatment, they can enhance your medical care. Get the facts on electronic health records.
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Health Care Careers (Video) for Teens
These videos help high school students get an idea of what's involved in some health and medical careers.
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Health Insurance: Cracking the Code for Teens
Health insurance has a language all its own. This article for teens explains what some key terms mean.
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Your Diabetes Health Care Team for Teens
It takes all of your team members — you, your parents, doctors, dietitians, and mental health pros — to help you take care of your diabetes.
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When Being Overweight Is a Health Problem for Teens
A couple of pounds of extra body fat are not a health risk for most people. But when people are severely overweight, it can cause health problems.
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Spermicide for Teens
Spermicides should be used with another birth control method, such as condoms or a diaphragm. They be used alone but are not very effective that way.
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Trichomoniasis for Teens
Trichomoniasis is a curable disease that can be passed from one person to another during sex. The good news is that it can be prevented. Read about how to protect yourself.
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Cellulitis for Teens
Cellulitis is a skin infection that involves areas of tissue just below the skin's surface. It can affect any part of the body, but it's most common on exposed areas, such as the face, arms, or lower legs.
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Asthma for Teens
Asthma is a lung condition that makes it hard to breathe. Learn all about asthma here.