TEEN HEALTH

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• Using Non-Comedogenic Products Can Help Prevent Acne

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• Dec 04, 2014 10:22 PM EST

• Dealing with acne requires sound care and prevention advised by a professional.

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• Preventing Bug Bites during Travel

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• Dec 04, 2014 10:02 PM EST

• Bug bites can bring disease when they bite you, so take extra precaution during your trip.

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• This year's version of the flu vaccine may not be as effective as usual.

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• Dec 04, 2014 06:53 PM EST

• This year's flu vaccine does not contain a strain of the flu virus that is prevalent. The CDC says the vaccine is still helpful and is urging people to be vaccinated.

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• Circumcision may help prevent sexually transmitted infections, including HIV

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• Dec 04, 2014 06:31 PM EST

• Sexually active teens should be counseled about circumcision. Circumcised men are at less risk of contracting and spreading HIV.

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• Miracle Story: Char Carr, The Boy With Inoperable Brain Tumor, Has His Tumor Shrink By 90%

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• Dec 03, 2014 10:30 PM EST

• The boy who was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor and was given only one year to live, has his tumor shrink by up to 90%.

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• Experimental Cancer Drug May Help with Fragile X Synrome, One Type of Autisum

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• Dec 03, 2014 03:27 PM EST

• A cancer drug that is in development may be helpful for treating Fragile X syndrome, a genetic cause of autism and behavior problems.

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• Babies should not be put to sleep on soft bedding or with blankets or pillows.

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• Dec 03, 2014 03:11 PM EST

• Despite widespread recommendations, babies should not be put to sleep on very soft mattresses or with anything else in the crib with them.

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• Changes Happening in the Teen Brain

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• Dec 03, 2014 03:00 PM EST

• What are the changes happening in a teen's brain?

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• All College Students Experience the Effects of College Drinking, Whether They Drink or Not

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• Dec 03, 2014 01:37 PM EST

• Research has found that over 80 percent of college students drink alcohol.

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• Pain from Social Rejection Can Make You Sick

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• Dec 02, 2014 09:27 PM EST

• Social rejection can be harmful to your health.

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• A little nutmeg adds flavor, but a lot spells trouble

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• Dec 02, 2014 06:02 PM EST

• Nutmeg is a useful and flavorful spice in small doses. However, large doses of nutmeg can cause hallucinations, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

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• Video of Champion Runner with MS Goes Viral

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• Dec 01, 2014 10:29 PM EST

• A compelling video of a champion runner from North Carolina went viral this week. Kayla Montgomery is no ordinary runner—she’s suffering from multiple sclerosis, which affects her legs.