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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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What Is a Gene? for Kids
Why does one kid have green eyes while another kid's eyes are brown? It's all in the genes! Find out how genes work, what happens when there are problems with genes, and more.
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What's Blood? for Kids
Blood swirls through your veins and arteries, but what is it really? Find out about blood in this article for kids.
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What Is Cancer? for Kids
When kids get cancer, it can often be treated and cured. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Words to Know (Cancer Glossary) for Kids
Check out our cancer glossary for lots of easy-to-read definitions.
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Vitamins for Kids
How vital are vitamins? Find out in this article for kids.
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Your Nails for Kids
You may not think about your nails, unless you just painted them blue or your mom says it's time to trim them. But your nails have a job to do. Find out more in this article.
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Figuring Out Food Labels for Kids
Learn how to read food labels, including Nutrition Facts, ingredients, serving sizes, and nutrients with this guide.
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Blood for Kids
The thought of blood may make you cringe, but blood is also keeping you going. Learn more about blood problems and disorders in this subsection devoted to this important substance.
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Cancer Center for Kids for Kids
Visit our Cancer Center, where kids can learn what cancer is, how it's treated, and how to cope with this serious illness.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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