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Featured Article: Secondary Infections
A secondary infection is an infection that occurs during or after treatment of another, already existing infection. Learn more about secondary infection causes, treatment options, and risk factors. See more »
Skin Characteristics In Newborns
Skin characteristics in newborns go through many changes, starting out deep red or purple at birth and lightening up around the 2nd or 3rd day. Learn more about the skin characteristics in newborns and the changes that occur during toddler development.
See more »Small For Gestational Age (SGA)
The term "small for gestational age", or SGA, means a fetus or infant is smaller in size than is expected. Learn more about “small gestational age” causes, how to identify, and different types of SGA.
See more »Smoking - Tips On How To Quit
Smoking tips on how to quit can be seen below. See more smoking tips on how to quit and smoking cessation guides.
See more »Smoking And Smokeless Tobacco
Smoking and smokeless tobacco are addictive and put tobacco users at risk for increased likelihood of developing certain cancers or conditions. Learn more about smoking and smokeless tobacco health risks and tips for quitting.
See more »Smoking Hazards
Smoking hazards include increased risk of developing lung cancer, heart disease, strokes, or pregnancy complications. Learn more about smoking hazards and risk factors.
See more »Soluble Vs. Insoluble Fiber
There are two different types of fiber called soluble and insoluble; both are important for health, digestion, and preventing diseases. Learn more about soluble and insoluble fiber differences and functions.
See more »Spina Bifida - Resources
Spina bifida resources for information and non-profit organization contact information are listed below. Learn more about spina bifida resources and non-profit organizations.
See more »Spinal Injury - Resources
Spinal injury resources for information and support groups are listed below. See more spinal injury resources and associated organizations.
See more »Spitting Up
Spitting up is the gentle sloshing of stomach contents up and out of the mouth in babies, sometimes accompanied by a burp. Learn more about baby spit up causes, reduction tips, and how to burp a baby.
See more »Splinter Removal
Splinter removal involves the use of sterilized tweezers to remove splinters located in the top layer of skin. Learn more about the splinter removal procedure, benefits, and risks.
See more »Spores
A spore is a reproductive cell produced by plants (fungi, moss, ferns) and some protozoa and bacteria. Learn more about spore development, sterilization, and disinfection.
See more »Stem Cell Research
Stem cell research is the study of stem cells that can make exact copies of itself indefinitely and produce specialized cells for various tissues. Learn about stem cell research types, uses, and the controversy surrounding this area of science.
See more »Sterilization Surgery - Making A Decision
Sterilization surgery should be discussed with your health care provider and spouse before making a decision. Learn more about sterilization surgery and making a decision.
See more »Stillbirth
A stillbirth is when a fetus that was expected to survive dies during birth or during the late stages of pregnancy. Learn more about stillbirth causes and treatment options.
See more »Stimulants
Stimulants are medications that increase heart rate, breathing rate, and brain function. Learn more about stimulant uses, effects, and other medical terms.
See more »Stimulus
A stimulus is anything capable of evoking a response in an organism such as irritants, sights, and sounds. Learn about stimulus causes and types.
See more »Storing Medicine Safely
Storing medicine safely requires a place which can keep medicines cool, dry and out of a child's reach. Learn more about storing medicine safely and additional safety tips.
See more »Stress In Childhood
Stress in childhood can be caused by any situation that makes a person adapt or change such as a death in the family. Learn more about stress in childhood causes, signs of unresolved stress, and parenting tips for reducing childhood stress.
See more »Stress Management
Stress management refers to various efforts to control and reduce the tension that occurs in stressful situations. Learn more about stress management programs, tips, and resources.
See more »Stress Vs. Anxiety
Stress Vs. Anxiety information from HowStuffWorks. Learn about Stress Vs. Anxiety and other medical topics.
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