Center for Young Women's Health

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Eating Disorders: Myths

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Myth: Everyone with an eating disorder is underweight. Truth: Eating disorders affect individuals across the weight spectrum. Eating disorders do not discriminate based on body-size.   Myth: Eating disorders are just an extreme […]

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Safety on the Streets

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You may have a new kind of freedom during your teen years. Your parent(s) or guardian(s) may give you more responsibilities and the chance to spend more time with your […]

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Caffeine

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Caffeine is a naturally occurring chemical found in the leaves, beans, seeds, and fruits of many different plants. It’s also added to some foods, drinks, supplements, and pain relievers. Caffeine […]

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Cuts and Scrapes

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Most cuts and scrapes are small injuries that can be treated at home, but it’s good to know when to get medical care for yourself or someone else. Wound care: […]

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Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

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HPV, short for Human Papillomavirus, is a group of about 150 different kinds of viruses, some of which cause warts on the hands and feet and others which cause genital […]

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