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Getting a Urine Test for Parents
Testing a urine sample can help doctors find out what's going on when someone has an infection or other problem in kidneys, bladder, or other parts of the urinary tract. Here's how urine tests are done.
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Who Should Get the Flu Vaccine? for Parents
The flu vaccine is a good idea for all families. It does not cause the flu, and it helps keep kids and parents from getting sick.
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The Flu Vaccine for Kids
Just about everybody needs a flu shot. Find out more in this article for kids.
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Can I Get My Medical Records if a Doctor Moves Away? for Teens
It is the law that doctors must give patients copies of their medical records when they ask.
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Getting an Ultrasound for Parents
An ultrasound scan is a medical test that uses high-frequency sound waves to create live images from the inside the body. Here's what to know if your child is getting this test.
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Getting an MRI for Parents
An MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) is a safe and painless test that uses magnets and radio waves to make detailed pictures of the body's organs, muscles, soft tissues, and structures. Here's what to expect.
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Is It a Cold, the Flu, an RSV Infection, or COVID-19? for Parents
The flu usually makes kids feel worse than if they have a cold. But it's not always easy to tell the difference. Here are tips on what to look for — and what to do.
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Getting an X-Ray for Parents
An X-ray is a safe and painless test that uses a small amount of radiation to make an image of bones, organs, and other parts of the body. Here's how they're done.
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COVID-19: Questions & Answers About Vaccines for Parents
Here are answers to some questions many parents have about COVID-19 vaccines.
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Getting a CT (CAT) Scan for Parents
CT scans give doctors more detailed images than X-rays can provide. Here's what it's like to get one of these tests.