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How to Manage Blood Sugars With Type 1 Diabetes for Kids
Keeping blood sugar levels under control can help keep you healthy and prevent health problems from happening down the road. Find out more.
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Acanthosis Nigricans for Parents
Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a condition that causes the skin to thicken and darken in places. AN is not harmful or contagious, but can be a sign of certain other medical conditions.
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Cystic Fibrosis and Nutrition for Parents
Besides extra calories, kids with cystic fibrosis have some specific nutritional needs. Find out ways to help your child with CF grow healthy and strong.
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Chemotherapy for Kids
Chemotherapy is a big word for treatment with medicines used to help people who have cancer. This medicine kills the cancer cells that are making the person sick.
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Medicines for Diabetes for Kids
For most kids with diabetes, taking medicine is an important part of staying healthy. Find out more in this article for kids.
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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.
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How Can I Lose Weight Safely? for Teens
Lots of people are unhappy with their present weight, but aren't sure how to change it - or even if they need to. Get the facts on weight loss here.
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Smoking for Teens
Smoking is on the decline, but some people are still lighting up. Why? The answer is addiction. Find out more in this article for teens.
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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).
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Compulsive Exercise for Parents
Even though exercise has many positive benefits, too much can be harmful. Teens who exercise compulsively are at risk for both physical and psychological problems.