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Speech-Language Therapy for Parents
Working with a certified speech-language pathologist can help a child with speech or language difficulties.
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Vomiting for Parents
Most vomiting is caused by gastroenteritis, and usually isn't serious. These home-care tips can help prevent dehydration.
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Molluscum Contagiosum for Teens
The skin rash molluscum contagiosum isn't a big deal. Find out what to do about it in this article for teens.
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Infantile Spasms for Parents
Infantile spasms is a seizure disorder in babies. The spasms usually go away by age 4, but many babies go on to have other kinds of epilepsy later.
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How Do Asthma Medicines Work? for Teens
Two different types of medicines are used to treat asthma. Read about how they work, and why people might need to take them.
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Talking to Your Child About Puberty for Parents
Talking to kids about puberty is an important job for parents, especially because kids often hear about sex and relationships from unreliable sources. Here are some tips.
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Toxic Shock Syndrome for Teens
Although toxic shock syndrome (TSS) can be serious, it's a very rare illness.
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Sexual Orientation for Parents
During the teen years, sexual feelings are awakened in new ways because of the hormonal and physical changes of puberty. It takes time for many kids to understand who they are and who they're becoming. Part of that understanding includes a person's sexual feelings and attractions.
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Toxic Shock Syndrome for Parents
Toxic shock syndrome is a serious but uncommon bacterial infection. TSS is a medical emergency - symptoms include sudden high fever, a faint feeling, diarrhea, headache, and muscle aches.
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Sibling Rivalry for Parents
As upsetting as it can be for a parent, conflict between siblings is very common. Here's how to help your kids get along.