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Getting a Blood Test for Teens
Blood tests help doctors check how the body’s organs are working and see if medical treatments are helpful. Here's how they're done.
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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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5 Tips for Dealing With Shots for Teens
If you're afraid of shots, you're not alone. Next time your doc asks you to roll up your sleeve, try these tips.
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Blood Test (Video) for Teens
These videos show what's involved in getting a blood test and what it's like to be the person taking the blood sample.
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Blood Transfusions for Teens
Millions of people a year get blood transfusions in the United States. This article explains why people need them and who donates the blood used.
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Is It Normal to Feel Sick During a Blood Draw? for Teens
During a blood draw, some people might have a vasovagal reaction. Learn more.
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Getting an IV (Video) for Teens
This video shows what it's like to get an IV.
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Anesthesia - What to Expect for Teens
Here's a quick look at what may happen before, during, and after you get anesthesia.
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Peritonsillar Abscess for Teens
A peritonsillar abscess is an area of pus-filled tissue at the back of the mouth, next to one of the tonsils. Find out how it happens and what to do.
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Anemia for Teens
Anemia is when the number of red blood cells in the body gets too low. Red blood cells carry hemoglobin (pronounced: HEE-muh-glow-bin), a protein that carries oxygen throughout the body. Without enough of them, oxygen doesn't get to the body's organs. Without enough oxygen, the organs can't work normally.