How to Quit Smoking

There are many benefits to kicking the smoking habit. Stopping will lower risk for many health problems which include different types of cancer, heart and breathing problems. However, in order […]

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Cigarette Smoking

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Most teens are aware that people who have smoked for a while can get lung cancer and various life threatening lung disorders, eventually leading to death, but many don’t know […]

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I heard that birth control pills cause cancer. Is this true?

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No. The Pill actually protects against cancer of the ovaries and cancer of the lining of the uterus. A woman is half as likely to get cancer of the uterus […]

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Sun Safety

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Most of us enjoy the warm rays of the sun. The sun feels nice on our skin and helps our bodies make vitamin D, which is important for calcium absorption […]

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I think I’m fat, but my friends say I’m not. How do I know who is right?

It can be hard to know what a healthy weight actually is because we’re so used to seeing super thin models and celebrities in magazines and on TV. One way […]

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I can see tiny black spots under my pale skin where I shave my pubic hair. Is this normal?

Yes. In between shaving your pubic hair, you’ll likely notice tiny black spots that are actually hair follicles beneath your skin. When you shave, you trim the hair above the […]

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Driving Safety: Car Accidents 

What do I do if I have a car accident? No one plans to get into an accident, but it happens to almost everyone at least once or twice during […]

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Driving Safety: Frequently Asked Questions 

All my friends are excited about learning to drive, but I don’t have any interest at all! Is there something wrong with me? No! Don’t learn to drive until you want or […]

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Driving Safety: General Information 

Do you have your driver’s permit or license or are you getting ready to take the test? Congratulations! Being able to drive can make it a lot easier to hang […]

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Friendships

Friendships are fun and make us feel special, but it’s also normal for friendships to be complicated and confusing sometimes. Choosing the right kinds of friends is important. Why do […]

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