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Sickle cell disease: Stress & how it works

Some people are not aware of the stress their bodies experience. Learn about stress, how it can affect you and how to identify how your body is feeling.

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Getting involved in your community

Discover ways that you can get involved in your community with a health condition, including networking, mentoring, volunteering and more.

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What teens need to know about bullying

Find out what the different types of bullying look like and what to do if you’re being bullied or if someone you know is being bullied.

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Knowing your rights in a health-care setting

Learn about your rights when it comes to making your own health-care decisions and your right to privacy.

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Amenorrhea

Amenorrhea is the prolonged absence of a menstrual period. Learn about amenorrhea, possible causes and how it can be treated.

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HPV and genital warts

Human papilloma virus (HPV) is an infection that causes warts and possibly cancer. Learn about how it is passed on, treated and prevented.

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Contraception (birth control)

Contraception is used to prevent pregnancy. Learn about the different types of contraception including how they work and how you can get them.

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Liver transplant

Find out what to expect before, during and after liver transplant surgery, including what to do while waiting for your transplant.

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Sickle cell disease

Learn the signs and symptoms of sickle cell disease and how the condition is treated. Also find tips to help you manage sickle cell pain.

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Scoliosis

Learn what is involved in scoliosis surgery, what to expect when you are recovering and how to cope with your emotions, and your friends and family.

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Kidney transplant

This hub offers information and tools to help teens understand what to expect before, during and after kidney transplant surgery.

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Caffeine and energy drinks

Caffeine is a stimulant drug found in many drinks, treats and some medicines. Find out its effects on your body and how much is OK to consume per day.

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Celiac disease e-learning module

Complete this module to learn about the symptoms of celiac disease, how it is diagnosed and treated and how gluten affects people with celiac disease.