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Facts About Pinworms

Pinworms are a common childhood problem that causes an itchy butt.

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Childhood Obesity

For 15 years, the number of children overweight or obese has almost doubled.

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How Childhood Activity Level Affects Later Risk of Obesity

A new study shows that how active your child is at age five could determine his risk of obesity later in childhood. Find out how to get your child moving.

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The Musculoskeletal System

Muscular dystrophies refer to a group of more than 30 genetic diseases which are characterized by progressive weakness and degeneration of the skeletal muscles..Studies and estimation show that after sustaining a hip fracture (as a result of osteoporosis) 20% of patients die within, one year, 50% cannot walk without assistance while 25% may have to be admitted to nursing care homes..The Musculoskeletal System.

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Teach Your Child to Control Asthma Flares

How to help your learn to manage their asthma.

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Obesity and Morbidity in Childhood and Adolescence

Statistics on childhood obesity, risk factors and other diseases related to obesity, and also suggests prevention methods.

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12 Things Parents Should Do in Case of Childhood Obesity

Obesity among children has reached epidemic proportions in many countries. The World Health Organization says that worldwide an estimated 22 million children under the age of five are overweight.

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On Becoming a Non-Smoker

An insight into the journey to becoming a non-smoker.

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Your Childhood Diet: It May be Making You Fat Today

A surprising new study shows that your childhood diet may still be haunting you.

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My Childhood First: Aid Closet

Growing up on a hard-scrabble farm in mid-Missouri, going to the doctor was reserved for when you were dying. Till death found you, home-remedies could scare you into staying well.