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  • Should I Take Pills to Regulate My Period? for Teens


    Doctors sometimes prescribe birth control pills (the Pill) to regulate periods. Here's why.

  • Teaching Your Child How to Swallow Pills for Parents


    Swallowing a pill is something that many of us take for granted. But just like any skill, learning to swallow a pill takes practice.

  • Taking Prescription Opioid Pain Medicines Safely for Teens


    Opioids are very good at controlling pain, but there are risks to taking them. If you've been prescribed a medicine that contains an opioid, find out how to use it safely.

  • Giving Opioid Prescription Pain Medicine: What Parents Need to Know for Parents


    If your child’s health care provider prescribed a prescription pain medicine that contains an opioid, you probably have many questions about how to use it safely. Get answers here.

  • What Are Amphetamines? for Parents


    Amphetamines (including prescription diet pills) are highly addictive stimulants that accelerate functions in the brain and body.

  • I Throw Up During My Period. Is That Normal? for Teens


    Many girls throw up — or feel like they might throw up — just before or during their periods.

  • Melatonin Supplements for Parents


    If your child has trouble sleeping, you may wonder if melatonin can help. Here's why you should probably avoid it.

  • Steroids and Cancer Treatment for Teens


    If your doctor prescribed steroids as part of your treatment for an illness, don't worry. It's not the illegal, doping scandal kind of steroid. Get the details in this article for teens.

  • Sports Supplements for Teens


    Sports supplements are products used to enhance athletic performance. Lots of people who want to improve their performance have questions about how supplements work and whether they're safe.

  • Sports Supplements for Parents


    Sports supplements are products used to enhance athletic performance. But there aren't enough long-term studies to know if they're safe for teens.