Topic: General Health

Nicotine Pouches
Updated 10 November 2024 under Health Guides.Nicotine pouches have been rapidly gaining popularity among teens and young adults. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), in 2024, 1.8% of all middle and high school students […]
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If girls get periods, what do guys get?
Updated 2 March 2023 under Ask Us.This is a great question, thanks for asking! First, let’s clarify what we mean by a girl. Did you know that a person’s sex and a person’s gender are two […]
Read more »Asthma: General Information
Updated 11 May 2023 under Health Guides.Asthma is a chronic condition of the lungs that affects how you feel and breathe. It’s not contagious – you can’t get asthma from someone else (like a cold), and […]
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Backpack Safety
Updated 30 August 2023 under Health Guides.Most students look forward to picking out their backpacks because there are so many different colors and designs to choose from. Your backpack may express your style, but does it […]
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Bad Breath (Halitosis)
Updated 23 December 2023 under Health Guides.About 50% of people have daytime bad breath or halitosis. The good news is there are ways to help prevent it. What is bad breath? Bad breath, or halitosis (the […]
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Bike Safety
Updated 23 December 2023 under Health Guides.Biking is an environmentally friendly way to get around cities and towns and a fun way to get your daily exercise. You just need to remember to follow the rules […]
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Breast Health: Buying a Bra
Updated 20 November 2023 under Health Guides.If you’re ready to buy your first bra or if your breast size has changed, you may be wondering what size bra to buy. Figuring out the correct size can […]
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Constipation
Updated 3 August 2023 under Health Guides.Teens usually don’t talk about their bathroom habits with their friends but if they did, they would find out that most people have trouble having a bowel movement or BM […]
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Cuts and Scrapes
Updated 11 May 2023 under Health Guides.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: […]
Read more »Pregnancy: Ectopic/Tubal Pregnancy and Miscarriage
Updated 2 November 2023 under Health Guides.Normal pregnancy: A normal pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants inside of the uterus. The fertilized egg continues to grow developing into a fetus. Ectopic pregnancy: An ectopic pregnancy happens when […]
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