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DXA stands for “Dual–energy X–ray Absorptiometry.” It’s the most widely used method to measure bone density (how solid your bones are) and to see if your bones are thinning. Two x-ray beams, […]

Scoliosis means that your spine, or “backbone,” is curved. Most people with curved spines also have rotated spines. What causes scoliosis? There are different types of scoliosis and different reasons […]

No! Your body needs nutrients from ALL of the food groups. While fruit is healthy, your body also needs protein, whole grains, dairy, vegetables, and healthy fats. Fad diets usually […]

If you’ve decided to continue your pregnancy, it’s very important to make healthy choices. Make an appointment with your health care provider and begin prenatal care early. Make sure you […]

What are labia? People assigned female at birth  are born with two sets of labia. These are located on the vulva, which is the name for the outer part of the  genitals. […]

A breast lump can be concerning, but most breast lumps that teens have are not caused by cancer but rather from normal changes that happen during development. If you find […]

Hymen: a thin membrane that surrounds the opening to the vagina. Hymens can come in different shapes. The most common hymen in young women is shaped like a half moon. This […]

Most people have headaches once in a while, but not everyone gets the same type of headache and some people get more than one type of headache. Migraine headaches are […]

Getting nervous before giving a presentation at school or before a big game is normal – but if you’ve ever felt like you’re going to lose control, have a heart […]

Labial hypertrophy is a long name that means the enlargement of the labia (sometimes called the vaginal lips). This isn’t a serious condition. It can be normal, but it can […]