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Preventing Obesity in Children, Teens, and Adults Facts about obesity Obesity is a long-term (chronic) health condition that can affect people at any age, including children, teens, and adults. It develops over time and is influenced by more than just day-to-day choices. Body

Allergens: Dust and Dust Mites What are dust allergens? Dust allergens are substances found in dust. They may include: Fabric fibers. Lint. Feathers. Stuffing materials. Animal protein (dander, saliva, urine, and body oils). Bacteria. Mold and fungus spores. Food particles

Hemifacial Microsomia (HFM) in Children What is hemifacial microsomia in children? Hemifacial microsomia (HFM) is a congenital problem. This means that your child is born with it. In this condition, one side of your baby’s face is underdeveloped. (Hemi means half). HFM usually

Latex Allergy What is a latex allergy? Natural rubber latex is a milky fluid found in rubber trees. There is a protein in the fluid that can cause allergic reactions in some people. Common products made using this natural rubber latex include gloves, condoms, rubber bands, and

Diabetic Kidney Disease (Diabetic Nephropathy) What is diabetic kidney disease? Diabetic kidney disease is kidney disease that is due to diabetes. It is also called diabetic nephropathy. Nephropathy means your kidneys aren't working normally. Type 1 and type 2 diabetes are the

Sunburn What is sunburn? Sunburn is a red, painful skin reaction that happens after too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. UV light is a type of radiation in sunlight. The symptoms of a sunburn most often appear a few hours after sun exposure. They are often worst at 6 to

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children, Adolescents and Teens What is ADHD? ADHD, also called attention-deficit disorder, is a behavior disorder, usually first diagnosed in childhood, that is characterized by inattention, impulsivity, and, in some cases

Occupational Lung Diseases What are work-related lung diseases? Work-related lung diseases are lung problems that are caused by certain work environments. They are caused by breathing materials into the lungs. These lung diseases may have lasting effects, even after the exposure

Male Infertility What is male infertility? Gender words are used here to talk about anatomy and health risk. Please use this information in a way that works best for you and your doctor as you talk about your care. Infertility is a disease of the reproductive system. It makes a

Warts What are warts? Warts are common skin growths. They can spread to other parts of the body and to other people. Most warts go away over a long time with no treatment. There are many kinds of warts. The most common kinds are: Common warts. These grow on the fingers, elbows