Is the 5-second rule real? No matter how long your dropped food sits on the ground, it's dirty. Learn more here.
During your second trimester, you'll be offered tests based on your age, health, family medical history, and more.
A second-degree burn affects the top two layers of skin (the epidermis and dermis). It is more serious than a first-degree burn.
A second-degree burn is one that hurts the top two layers of skin.
Find out what questions, tests, and exams to expect during your 8-year-old's well-child checkup.
Find out what questions, tests, and exams to expect during your 7-year-old's well-child checkup.
An appendectomy is surgery to remove the appendix. Surgeons remove the appendix when it gets blocked and becomes infected. A laparoscopic appendectomy lets surgeons remove the appendix with the help of a tiny video camera called a laparoscope.
While many head injuries are mild and don’t cause any problems, some injuries are more serious and can lead to a concussion. Here's what to do if you have a head injury.
Find out what's new this week as you begin your second trimester. Your baby now may be able to put a thumb in the mouth, although sucking hasn’t completely developed yet.
A prenatal ultrasound is a safe and painless test that shows a baby's shape and position. It can be done in the first, second, or third trimester of pregnancy.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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