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Overview of Kidney Disorders in Children How do the kidneys work? Your child's body takes nutrients from food and converts them into energy. After your child's body has taken the nutrients it needs, waste products are left behind. They are left in the bowel and in the blood. The

Skin Cancer: Prevention The sun sustains life and feels good, but it can be your skin’s worst enemy. While every sunburn can increase your risk of skin cancer, it’s not just those big days at the beach or ballgames that cause trouble. Each time you run out to get the mail, walk

Risks to Pregnancy Click on the links below to learn more about these topics. Alcohol and Pregnancy Smoking and Pregnancy Illegal Drug Use and Pregnancy Medications and Pregnancy Medical Conditions and Pregnancy© 2000-2026 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This

Eating Disorders in Children The common feature of all eating disorders is abnormal eating behaviors. Click on the links below to learn more about eating disorders in children. Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa© 2000-2026 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This

The Menstrual Cycle: An Overview What is ovulation? When a young woman reaches puberty, she starts to ovulate. This is when a mature egg or ovum is released from one of the ovaries. The ovaries are the two female reproductive organs found in the pelvis. If the egg is fertilized

Dermatitis in Children Dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin. Click on the links below to learn more about dermatitis in children. Contact Dermatitis Atopic Dermatitis in Children Diaper Dermatitis Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cradle Cap)© 2000-2026 The StayWell Company, LLC. All

The Heart Click on the links below to learn more about this topic. About the Heart and Blood Vessels Anatomy and Function of the Heart Valves Anatomy and Function of the Electrical System Heart Transplantation© 2000-2026 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This

Anatomy of a Newborn Baby's Skull The skull may seem to be one large bone, but it's made of several major bones that are connected together. The major bones that compose the skull include: 2 frontal bones 2 parietal bones 1 occipital bone These bony plates cover the brain, and

Common Breast Conditions Click on the links below to learn about common breast conditions. Mastalgia (Breast Pain) Common Benign Lumps Fibrocystic Breast Changes Nipple Problems and Discharge Breast Infections and Inflammations Diagnosing Benign Breast Conditions© 2000-2026 The

Depression and Suicide Most people who die by suicide have a mental health issue. It may be a depressive or substance abuse disorder. They may feel lonely, depressed, or isolated. They may have had a traumatic life experience. Many of the warning signs of suicidal feelings are