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Find out what questions, tests, and exams to expect during your 11-year-old's well-child checkup.
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Find out what questions, tests, and exams to expect during your 9-year-old's well-child checkup.
Quadriceps contusions are common in sports that have a lot of direct contact or a chance of collisions or wipeouts. Find out what to do if you get one - and how to avoid them.
A broken bone requires emergency medical care. Here's what to do.
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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.
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Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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