What's the best way to treat a cut? A cut, or laceration, is a wound that breaks through the skin and into the tissues beneath. Because the injury is deeper than a scrape, there are more likely to be problems, such as bleeding, and there is the possibility of damage to nerves and tendons. The following simple…
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Headaches
I get headaches a lot. Is there something wrong with me? You are not alone, a lot of teens get headaches. In fact, 50% to 75% of all teens report having at least one headache per month! The pain can range from dull to throbbing. If you're getting headaches more often or if the pain…
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Head Injuries
What should I do if my child has a head injury but does not lose consciousness? For anything more than a light bump on the head, you should call your child's doctor. Your child's doctor will want to know when and how the injury happened and how your child is feeling. If your child is alert…
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Flu
How can I keep my child from getting the flu? People with the flu are most infectious during the 24-hour period before symptoms appear and also on the days when the symptoms are at their worst. Good hygiene and regular housecleaning are the best ways to prevent the flu from spreading. The following are more…
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