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  • Female Athlete Triad for Teens


    Female athlete triad is a combination of three conditions: disordered eating, amenorrhea (loss of a girl's period), and osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones).

  • Getting to Know Your Newborn for Parents


    When you first meet your newborn, you may be surprised by what you see. Here's what to expect.

  • Genetics for Parents


    Genetics is the study of genes, which carry information that gets passed from one generation to the next.

  • My Doctor Is a Different Gender. What Do I Do? for Kids


    It can feel strange to take off your clothes at the doctor's office. But your doctor does need to examine you to make sure you are healthy. Here's some advice.

  • Genes and Genetics for Teens


    Genes play an important role in how we look and act, and even in whether we get sick. This article gives the lowdown on genes, genetic disorders, and new research into gene therapy.

  • Compulsive Exercise for Teens


    Compulsive exercise can lead to serious health problems. Lots of people don't know when they've crossed the line from healthy activity to unhealthy addiction. Read about ways to tell.

  • Steroids for Parents


    Get the facts about steroids, their side effects, and why kids and teens might try them.

  • Your Daughter's First Gynecology Visit for Parents


    The idea of going to the gynecologist may make your daughter feel nervous. Here's how to make her feel more comfortable about a well-woman visit.

  • Sickle Cell Disease (Topic Center) for Parents


    If your child or teens has sickle cell disease, you can get the facts here.

  • Health Care Providers: Midwives for Parents


    A midwife specializes in female reproductive health care needs such as prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, and newborn care for low-risk pregnancies.