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Body Odor

Body odor is natural and is usually caused by sweating. When you are hot, feel nervous, or start exercising, you are likely to sweat more. This is your body’s way […]

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Choosing a Primary Health Care Provider (PCP): Check-Ups

Do I need to bring anything to my first check-up? You should take a copy of your health records, including your immunization record (a list of all the vaccines you […]

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Choosing a Primary Health Care Provider (PCP): General Information

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Looking for information on how to find a primary health care provider (PCP) is a smart decision, because routine check-ups are a very important part of taking care of yourself. Why do […]

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Are there any home remedies for irregular periods?

Although not often thought of as a home remedy, healthy eating and exercise can help to treat irregular bleeding. If you are having irregular periods, it’s best to make an […]

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Healthy Body Image and Self-Esteem for Teens with Facial Differences

If you have a scar, birthmark, or uniquely shaped face, you probably know how hard it can be to look different from everyone else. You might be reminded of that […]

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Coping with Loss

Loss is a part of life that becomes more common as you move out of childhood into your teenage years and adulthood. Losing someone or something important to you is […]

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Should taking out your first tampon hurt?

If you can insert a tampon without any trouble, you should also be able to take it out. Your vaginal muscles hold the tampon in place, so trying to relax […]

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I’m 15 and I want to start birth control pills but I’m too afraid to ask my mom. What should I do?

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There are a few things you can do. Try to find the right time to talk to your mom about issues that effect teens in general, such as healthy relationships, […]

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Anger Management

Do you know that learning to manage anger is good for your health? People who manage their anger get sick less often, and feel better emotionally. Even though anger is […]

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Peer Pressure

“Take one sip. Just try one hit. What’s the problem? What are you afraid of?” Sometimes your friends may ask you to do things that you aren’t comfortable with. Sometimes […]

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