During a blood draw, some people might have a vasovagal reaction. Learn more.
A person with severe allergies can be at risk for a sudden, serious allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Luckily, it can be treated.
Lots of people wonder if they have hypoglycemia, but the condition is not common in teens. Get the facts on hypoglycemia.
Paralysis from Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) can come after infections or, rarely, vaccines. But no link has been found between GBS and the HPV vaccine.
Although toxic shock syndrome (TSS) can be serious, it's a very rare illness.
The HPV vaccine can help protect against the virus that causes genital warts and may lead to some kinds of cancer. Find out more in this article for teens.
Eating disorders are problems that affect a person’s eating behaviors as well as attitudes and feelings about food and their body. This article for teens describes how different eating disorders impact a person's health and emotions.
If you're afraid of shots, you're not alone. Next time your doc asks you to roll up your sleeve, try these tips.
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.
Missing out on shots puts you at more serious risk than you might think. That one little "ouch" moment protects you from some major health problems.
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