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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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Spirometry (Video) for Teens
Watch what it's like to get a spirometry test.
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A to Z: Dyspnea for Parents
Learn more about difficult or labored breathing.
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First Aid: Common Cold for Parents
Kids can get up to eight colds a year - or more. The common cold sends more kids to the doctor than any other illness.
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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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Whooping Cough (Pertussis) for Parents
Pertussis causes severe coughing spells that end in a whooping sound when the person breathes in. It can be prevented with the pertussis vaccine, part of the DTaP immunization.
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Measles for Parents
Measles is best known for the skin rash it causes. Although rare, outbreaks can happen. Getting your kids fully vaccinated is the best way to protect them from this disease.
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Lungs and Respiratory System for Parents
We need the respiratory system for breathing. Find out how it works.
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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.
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Lungs and Respiratory System for Teens
Each day you breathe about 20,000 times. Find out more about the lungs and breathing process.