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How to Safely Store and Dispose of Medicines for Parents
Part of using medicines safely is knowing how to store them and how to get rid of them after they expire or are no longer needed.
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Monitoring Your Child's Media Use for Parents
Some ways for parents to keep track of the media their kids watch, play, and use.
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Vaping: What Parents Should Know for Parents
E-cigarettes (or “vape pens”) heat a liquid until it becomes a vapor, which is inhaled. The liquid (called e-liquid or “vape juice”) can contain nicotine or marijuana distillate or oil. Here are the facts on vaping.
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Vaping: What You Need to Know for Teens
E-cigarettes (or “vape pens”) heat a liquid until it becomes a vapor that's inhaled. Vape juice can contain nicotine or marijuana distillate or oil. Here are the facts on vaping and its many health risks.
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Depression in Teens: How Parents Can Help for Parents
All teens feel sad or moody at times. But when a sad or bad mood lasts for weeks or longer, and when there are other changes in how a teen acts, it could be a sign of depression. Find out what to do.
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Sickle Cell Disease for Kids
Sickle cell disease is a disease of the blood. Red blood cells are shaped like sickles, and can get stuck, especially inside smaller blood vessels.
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Childhood Depression: What Parents Need to Know for Parents
When a sad or bad mood lasts for weeks or longer and there are other changes in a child’s behavior, it might be depression. Learn the signs of depression and what parents can do to help their child.
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Talking to Kids About Gun Violence for Parents
When gun violence is in the news, kids might worry that it could happen to them or someone they love. Here's how to talk to them about it.
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Donating Blood for Teens
There's a 97% chance that someone you know will need a blood transfusion. Blood donors — especially donors with certain blood types — are always in demand. Find out what's involved in this article for teens.
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Smoking for Teens
Smoking is on the decline, but some people are still lighting up. Why? The answer is addiction. Find out more in this article for teens.