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Bee, Wasp, and Ant Stings for Parents
Bee, wasp, and ant stings can cause temporary discomfort and pain, but most don’t lead to serious or lasting health problems.
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Staying Safe Around Animals for Kids
Do you love animals? Lots of kids do. Find out how to stay safe around them in this article for kids.
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What's a Birthmark? for Kids
Birthmarks, also known as hemangiomas, get their name for one reason: They are marks on the skin of a lot of newborn babies! Find out more about birthmarks in this article for kids.
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Lyme Disease for Teens
Lyme disease can be treated if it's caught early. Find out what causes it, how it's treated, and how to prevent it.
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Surgeries and Procedures: Gastrostomy Tube (G-Tube) for Parents
Some kids have medical problems that prevent them from being able to take adequate nutrition by mouth. A gastrostomy tube (also called a G-tube) is a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to the stomach. Read this article to find out more about the gastrostomy procedure.
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What's Cauliflower Ear? for Kids
Have you ever seen someone whose ear looks bumpy and lumpy? It could be cauliflower ear! Find out more in this article for kids.
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Tick Removal: A Step-by-Step Guide for Parents
It's important to remove a tick as soon as possible. Follow these steps.
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Venous Malformations for Parents
A venous malformation (VM) is a place in the body where veins haven't grown the right way. VMs can be difficult to treat.
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Birth Control Patch for Teens
Before you consider having sex, you need to know how to protect yourself. Learn what the birth control patch is, how well it works, and more.
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Hey! A Brown Recluse Spider Bit Me! for Kids
The brown recluse spider is one of six poisonous kinds of spiders in the United States. Learn more about the brown recluse spider.