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Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is the conscious or unconscious grinding or clenching of teeth. It happens most often in…
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Testicular Torsion
Testicular torsion happens when a man’s testicles rotate and the spermatic cord becomes twisted. This can happen at any…
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Thalassemia
Thalassemia is a group of inherited blood disorders that prevent your body from producing the amount of hemoglobin it…
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The Dangers of Secondhand Smoke
Just because you aren’t the person smoking the cigarette doesn’t mean it can’t harm you. Secondhand smoke contains more than…
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The Importance of Vaccinations
Vaccinations are essential to personal and public health. They prevent the spread of contagious, dangerous, and deadly diseases.
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Tics and Tourette Syndrome
Tourette syndrome causes a person to involuntarily make repeated twitches, movements, or sounds called tics that begin in childhood.
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Tips for Healthy Children and Families
By working together as a family to eat well and stay active, you can help your children build healthy habits…
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Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis is an inflammatory disease that occurs when your tonsils become infected by a virus or bacteria.
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Transient Synovitis of the Hip
Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment of transient synovitis of the hip, a condition that causes sudden hip…
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Understanding Your Teen's Emotional Health
The teen years are full of ups and downs. Teens may feel overwhelmed by the emotional and physical changes they…
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Urinary Tract Infections in Young Children
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of the urinary tract, which is made up of the kidneys, bladder,…
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Vaccines: Myth Versus Fact
There are many common misconceptions regarding vaccines. Use this evidence-based information to clear up any confusion.
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Vomiting and Diarrhea
Information for parents about vomiting and diarrhea in children from the American Academy of Family Physicians.
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Weight Issues in Children
Learn how to teach your child healthy habits to prevent weight problems or to help your child lose weight.
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What You Can Do to Change Your Child's Behavior
Take a positive approach to teach your child good behavior.
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When Does My Child Need Emergency Services?
If you have any question at all about your child’s health, call his or her doctor. The doctor can tell…
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Your Child’s Mental Health
Good mental health is an important part of a child’s overall health. There are many ways adults can help children…
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