The top five reasons that children stay home from school are as follows: colds, stomach flu (gastroenteritis), ear infection (otitis media), pink eye (conjunctivitis), and sore throat.
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The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.
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HIV testing reach is still limited. An estimated 40% of people with HIV (more than 14 million) remain undiagnosed and do not know their infection status.
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Vaccines prevent between 2.5 and 4 million deaths every year.
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Alzheimer's disease affects only about 10% of people older than 65 years of age. Most forms of decreased mental function and dementia are caused by disuse (letting the mind get lazy).
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(A) Normal spongy bone. (B) Spongy bone with osteoporosis, which is characterized by a loss of bone
Audiometry. The child in this photograph is undergoing a hearing test with an audiologist.
For the 2-year-old, encounters with peers provide valuable practice in communication and social ...