Juvenile Myasthenia Gravis (Ju-ven-ile My-as-theen-ia Grav-is – or JMG) is a childhood form of myasthenia gravis (MG), which is seen in adults. It’s an autoimmune disease, which means that the … read more
Health Guides
Gender Identity
As our world continues to grow and we begin to recognize the diversity of people in our communities, part of this has been understanding that gender is not just the … read more
Transgender Terminology
We used to think that the gender people were given at birth was the one they would have their whole life. But many people grow up and identify as a … read more
College Application Tips
Good grades and test scores are important, but there are other ways to make your application standout and make you a competitive applicant. Here are our top 10 tips to … read more
Internet Safety
The Basics What does the Internet look like? The internet is an enormous computer network made up of websites, services, and files. There is a huge amount of information and … read more
Sprains and Strains
Sprains and strains are fairly common, and luckily most kids and teens heal quickly. These are fairly common injuries especially if you are an active teen who plays a sport … read more
Choosing a Primary Health Care Provider (PCP): General Information
Looking for information on how to find a primary health care provider (PCP) is a smart decision, because routine check-ups are a very important part of taking care of yourself. … read more
Identity Theft
Many people know that identity theft is a national problem. However, did you know that identity theft is more common among kids, teenagers, and college students than any other age … read more
How to Wash Your Hands and Prevent Illness
Washing your hands is the BEST way to lessen your chance of becoming ill and to lower the risk of spreading germs when you’re sick. Is there a right way … read more
Fitness: Strength Training Exercises
Strength training is a great way to get your muscles conditioned and strong. This form of exercise can help raise your metabolism (the way your body uses energy from food) … read more