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What Is Type 2 Diabetes? for Parents

Learning what you can about type 2 diabetes will let you help your child manage and live with the disease. Here are the basics.
What Is Type 1 Diabetes? for Parents

In type 1 diabetes, the body can’t use glucose for energy, making blood sugar levels get too high. People with diabetes need insulin shots or an insulin pump.
Kidney Stones for Parents

Kidney stones mostly happen to adults, but sometimes kids and teens can get them. Find out what kidney stones are, how to treat them, and ways to help prevent them.
Delayed Puberty for Teens

Concerned about your growth or development? Puberty can be delayed for several reasons. Luckily, doctors usually can help teens with delayed puberty to develop more normally.
How to Stay Healthy With Type 2 Diabetes for Kids

Kids with type 2 diabetes can do things to feel good and stay healthy. Find out more in this article for kids.
Urine Test: Microscopic Urinalysis for Parents

A microscopic urinalysis can help detect a urinary tract infection (UTI), kidney problems, diabetes, or a urinary tract injury.
What You Need to Know in an Emergency for Parents

In an emergency, it's hard to think clearly about your kids' health information. Here's what important medical information you should have handy, just in case.
Chandler's Diabetes Story for Kids

People who have diabetes have to pay special attention to what they eat and need to stay aware of the amount of sugar in their blood. So what's it like to have diabetes? Just ask Chandler!
Vaginal Yeast Infections for Teens

What are vaginal yeast infections? Can anything be done to prevent them?
Health Care Providers: Endocrinologists for Parents

An endocrinologist is a doctor who studies and treats diseases and conditions that affect growth, development, puberty, and energy levels.

A TeensHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.