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Encourage your teen to avoid solar radiation between 10 A.M. and 4 P.M. This is when the ultraviolet rays are the harshest. The safest measure—stay … [Read more...] about Teens and Sun: Keeping Them Safe Without Ruining Their Fun

Acne, the medical condition that causes "pimples," is common and a normal part of growing up—especially in the teenage years. In fact, around 85% of … [Read more...] about Teen Acne: How to Treat & Prevent This Common Skin Condition

During the first half of the 1990s, the number of gangs in the United States multiplied more than sixfold, from 4,881 in 1992 to an estimated 31,000 … [Read more...] about Teenagers and Gangs

Many young people want to get tanned during the warmer months because they perceive that having a tan is a popular thing to do. That doesn't mean it's … [Read more...] about Tanning and Tanning Salon Safety Tips for Young People

What is toxic shock syndrome (TSS)? Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition caused by certain strains of … [Read more...] about Tampon Safety and Toxic Shock Syndrome