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How to Get Tested for HIV for Teens
Often the only way to know if someone is infected with HIV is through testing. Here are the facts on what's involved in getting tested — and who should get tested for HIV and why.
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Organize, Focus, Get It Done for Kids
Being organized and focused seems easy for some kids. But for others, like kids with ADHD, it's not easy at first. Everyone can get better at these skills. Find out how in this article for kids.
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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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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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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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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 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.
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Getting a Blood Test for Teens
Blood tests help doctors check how the body’s organs are working and see if medical treatments are helpful. Here's how they're done.
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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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The Flu Vaccine for Kids
Just about everybody needs a flu shot. Find out more in this article for kids.