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waters, such as lakes, rivers, and oceans. Water Safety for Parents The importance of water ... of water (such as in buckets, bathtubs, wading pools, diaper pails, toilets, hot tubs, and spas). In

Anatomy of the Pancreas ... , full-color illustrations The Pancreas: Anatomy and Functions Anatomy of the pancreas The ... pancreas is a long, tapered organ located across the back of the belly (abdomen), behind the stomach

Inflammation of the Brain ... Encephalitis is inflammation of the brain. The inflammation causes the brain to swell, which ... swelling of the brain. This leads to changes in neurological function. It can result in mental confusion ... mental confusion;encephalitis;seizures;85, P00778;inflammation of the brain

Understanding The Immune System ... Detailed information on the immune system and how it works. The Immune System What is the ... immune system? The immune system protects your child's body from outside invaders. These include germs

problems. The Importance of Skin and Foot Care Diabetes can take a toll on your overall health ... , including the health of your skin and feet. When you have diabetes, blood glucose, a form of sugar

Understanding the Pituitary Gland ... Detailed information on the anatomy and function of the pituitary gland. The Pituitary Gland ... The pituitary gland is sometimes called the master gland of the endocrine system. This is

Nutrition: The MyPlate Approach ... The MyPlate plan can help you eat a variety of foods while encouraging the right amount of ... calories and fat. Choose MyPlate One source for sound nutrition advice is the Academy of

The Stages of Pregnancy ... trimesters. Each trimester has its own major milestones. The first trimester is the most fragile period ... the first trimester. In the second and third trimester, the fetus is fully formed and grows and

*The Cat-Cow Exercise ... The cat-cow exercise strengthens your belly muscles and improves spinal flexibility. Boost Your ... Back Flexibility with the Cat-Cow The cat-cow exercise strengthens your belly (abdominal) muscles

Understanding the autopsy procedure ... Detailed information on autopsy, including who does the procedure and how an autopsy is done ... organs to science. They will also discuss with you the benefits and drawbacks of an autopsy and what

Bacterial endocarditis is an infection of the lining of the heart (endocardium), and the ... endocarditis is an infection of the inner lining of the heart (endocardium), or the heart valves. It ... infective endocarditis;infection of the heart valves;endocardium;infection of the lining of the heart ;Bacterial Endocarditis;P01768;heart damage

infections of one or more hair follicles. A hair follicle is the base or root of a hair. The ... infections can occur anywhere on the skin where there is hair. They happen most often where there may be

Finding the Right Babysitter ... their children with them everywhere. That makes it key to find the right babysitter and make sure that ... the sitter can be entrusted with your child. When you're looking for a babysitter, give yourself

The Teen Brain ... Parents need to realize the rational part of a teen's brain isn't fully developed and won't ... be until they are 25 years old or so. Understanding the Teen Brain  It doesn’t matter how

Finding the Right Doctor ... Your relationship with your healthcare provider is one of the most important in your life ... relationship with your healthcare provider is one of the most important in your life. You should be

The Benefits of Yoga ... Yoga is a series of stretches and poses that you do with breathing techniques. It offers the ... ? Yoga is a series of stretches and poses that you do with breathing techniques. It offers the powerful

Understanding the Digestive System ... Detailed information on how the digestive system works, including a full-color, labeled ... illustration of the digestive system. The Digestive System: An Overview What is digestion? Food

Understanding the Vascular System ... Detailed information on vascular conditions, including a description of the vascular system ... the Vascular System What is the vascular system? The vascular system is made up of the vessels

Bleeding in the space that surrounds the brain, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage ... A subarachnoid hemorrhage means that there is bleeding in the space that surrounds the brain ... . Most often, it occurs when a weakened area in a blood vessel (aneurysm) on the surface of the ... 134, 68;aneurysm;Subarachnoid Hemorrhage;bleeding around the brain

healthy range. The Importance of Healthy Eating When You Have Diabetes Healthy eating may be the most ... , most of the food is turned into glucose, a form of sugar, which enters the bloodstream. If you