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  • Hey! A Mosquito Bit Me! for Kids


    There are thousands of different kinds of mosquitoes in many different sizes and colors. Learn all about mosquitoes and how they bite you in this article.

  • Mononucleosis (Mono) for Teens


    It's sometimes called "the kissing disease," but kissing is just one of the ways that someone can catch mono.

  • Mouth and Teeth for Teens


    Did you know that your mouth is the first step in the body's digestive process? Or that the mouth and teeth are essential for speech? Learn about the many roles your mouth and teeth play.

  • The Reality of Retainers for Kids


    Retainers are really common. In fact, most kids have to wear a retainer for at least a little while after getting their braces taken off. Find out more.

  • Mumps for Parents


    Mumps is a viral infection that causes telltale swelling and pain in the salivary glands. With the help of the mumps vaccine, it's preventable.

  • Digestive System for Teens


    Most people think digestion begins when you first put food in your mouth. But the digestive process actually starts even before the food hits your taste buds.

  • Can You Get Mono From Just a Quick Kiss? for Teens


    Find out what the experts have to say.

  • Tick Bites for Parents


    When a tick bites, the person won’t feel it happen. Always check your kids (and yourself) for ticks after spending time in the woods.

  • Cat Scratch Disease for Parents


    Cat scratch disease is an infection that causes swelling of the lymph nodes after a cat scratch or bite. Learn about signs and symptoms, prevention, treatment, and more.

  • Mononucleosis (Mono) for Kids


    Kissing is just one of the ways that someone can spread mononucleosis. Most people who get mono are teens or young adults, but kids can get it too.

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