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Who needs a flu shot? How long is mono contagious? This section has articles about infections that
teens can get, with information about how they're spread, signs and symptoms, when to go to the
doctor, and prevention.
http://kidshealth.org/teen/infections/
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Heather's Encopresis Site
Support and information for Encopretic children, teens, adults and the families.
http://www.angelfire.com/biz4/Encopresis
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A-Z of Children's Ailments
Alphabetic list of children's diseases, compiled by the BBC.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/kids_ailments/index_az.shtml
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The AbleDisabled
Provides information on common learning disabilities and shows hoe they affect everyday life. Also
serves as a public forum where those with disabilities can meet one another and talk one-on-one
with experts in the field.
http://library.thinkquest.org/C003703/
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Congenital Hip Displaysia -Children
Support group for children or parents, family, friends or carers of children with Congenital Hip
Displaysia. Includes pictures, information, links and message posting.
http://au.groups.yahoo.com/group/Congenital_Hip_Dysplasia-Children/
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The Lupus Loop
Provides information for teens and preteens with Lupus.
http://bcnursinghistory.ca/lupusloop/
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Seeing Disabilities from a Different Perspective
Fourth and fifth graders provide information on autism, blindness, cerebral palsy, and deafness,
including causes, effects, and famous people who have suffered from these conditions.
http://tqjunior.thinkquest.org/5852/
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Your Genes, Your Health
A multimedia guide to genetic, inherited disorders, and Fragile X syndrome.
http://www.ygyh.org/
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MG Youth
Online support group for children and teens with myasthenia gravis. Includes personal stories and a
message board.
http://www.geocities.com/mgyouth/
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The Bearable Times Kids and Teens Club
The Children's Hospital Network for children in the hospital or who have disabilities.
http://www.bearabletimes.org/
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Garfield Star Sleeper
Learn about the importance of getting enough sleep. Features downloadable fun pad, games, and
contest winner entries presented in the form of Garfield comic strips.
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep/starslp/
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Can Do Kids
Focus is on what kids can accomplish. Provides online games for geography, writing, an ability
survey, dream sharing, and how to make the world a better place.
http://www.ucando.org/kids.html
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Marf Kids Club
Club for kids with marfan syndrome. Features stories, information, and where to get help.
http://www.glorysite.com/marfkids.html
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Brave Kids
Offers resources to help children with chronic, life threatening illnesses or disabilities.
http://www.bravekids.org/
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Band-Aides and Blackboards
Talks about growing up with chronic health problems. Includes pages for kids, teens, and adults.
http://www.faculty.fairfield.edu/fleitas/contents.html
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Disability Central: @ctivTeen
Online community where teens with disabilities can socialize, educate one another and just have fun
together. Includes games, articles, and resources.
http://www.disabilitycentral.com/activteen/
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World ACM Foundation
A comprehensive site dealing with Arnold Chairi Malformation, in adults and teens.
http://www.pressenter.com/~wacma/
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Taryn's World: About Switches
A kids guide to genetic disorders with stories, art gallery, and picture book to learn about what
happens when switches in the body just don't work.
http://www.tarynsworld.org/taryn/switches.htm
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A Sibling's Site
Site for siblings of chronically ill children.
http://www.asiblingssite.com/
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Sprites
Support site for teenage girls who have a condition called Turner's Syndrome, which can stunt
growth. Features chat rooms, pen-pals, links, and fun activities.
http://www.geocities.com/chatt_turnergirl/
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Diseases Explained
Illustrated guide describes more than 25 common diseases and medical conditions. Includes symptoms
of each as well as treatment options.
http://www.diseases-explained.com/
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When Someone You Know Has a Chronic Illness
Explores what a chronic illness is and how affects people.
http://kidshealth.org/kid/feeling/thought/someone_chronic.html
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The Deadly Bugs of War
Provides information about anthrax, botulinum toxin, plague, smallpox, and tularemia.
http://whyfiles.org/141bioweapons2/5.html
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How Lou Got the Flu
Learn about how the flu bug made Louise sick.
http://www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/infection/04_lou/04_lou.html
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Environmental Diseases from A to Z
Explores how air, water, sun, dust, plants, animals, chemicals, and metals can make people sick.
http://www.niehs.nih.gov/external/a2z/home.htm
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Better Homes and Gardens Guide to Cold, Flu, and Allergies
Interactive guide helps people tell the difference between cold, flu, and allergy symptoms.
http://www.bhg.com/bhg/story.jhtml?storyid=%2Ftemplatedata%2Fbhg%2Fstory%2Fdata%2F13492.xml&....
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HeadLice.Org For Kids
Information and activities for kids presented by kids. Learn about head lice, their life cycle,
and what they do.
http://www.headlice.org/kids/
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American Brain Tumor Association Kids
Learn about brain tumors, share thoughts, get coping tips from other kids, or play games.
http://www.abta.org/kids/
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T-Generation - Tinnitus
Information on prevention and causes of ringing noises in ears. Presented by a teen as a resource
for those who attend clubs or enjoy loud music.
http://t-generation.20m.com
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Kids Quest on Disability and Health
Explains what a disability is and answers common questions about living with one.
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/kids/
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Alopecia Kids
Dedicated to providing support and information for kids with alopecia (hair loss) and their
families. Includes separate areas for children, teens and parents.
http://www.alopeciakids.org/
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