Topic: General Health

Do you know what causes poison ivy rash? It’s the sap oil that’s made by the poison ivy plant that’s responsible for irritant reactions, called “urushiol”. It’s the same substance […]

Removing pubic hair is a personal preference. Some people trim their pubic hair, or go to a salon to have a “bikini wax”; others prefer to shave just about every […]

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 […]

Sprains and strains are fairly common, and luckily most kids and teens heal quickly. These are fairly common injuries especially if you are an active teen who plays a sport […]

You’re ready for a great day at the water park. Maybe you like the speed of the giant water slide, or perhaps you’d rather grab a tube and float down […]

Many people enjoy being in or around water once the weather starts to heat up. Whether it’s at the neighborhood pool, the beach, or a nearby lake, swimming or taking […]

An asthma action plan is a proactive way to keep your asthma under control. It’s written with your health care provider (HCP) and it’s personalized (just for you). An asthma […]

Images of people drinking alcohol are everywhere — on TV, in the movies, on billboards, in magazines, and on social media. However, it’s important to remember that alcohol is a […]

Approximately 80 million people around the world stutter and more than 3 million people in the United States stutter. According to the National Institute of Deafness and Other Communication Disorders […]

Did you know that about two-thirds of your body is made up of water? That’s a lot! Even though it’s normal to lose some water every day, there may be […]