Category: Teenagers

Painful or absent menstruation: dysmenorrhea and amenorrhea can and – in some cases – have to be treated Many women suffer from painful menstruation, some even from the absence of […]

The cause of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is currently unknown and indiscriminately poses a risk to all age groups. The two main types of IBD are Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Although these conditions are […]

Let’s admit it we are all guilty of letting the kids watch TV while we are cooking or giving them their i-pad while we are trying to have a nice […]

Each new season brings with it new and different activities for children to enjoy. At the same time, however, the seasons can also bring with them some undesirable byproducts in […]

Yoga isn’t just for adults. Kids can benefit immediately – and for the longer term – by beginning a yoga practice today! Kids Also Experience Calmness, Lightness and Focus with […]

The introduction of the HPV vaccine 13 years ago marked a significant advance in the prevention of cervical cancer and other cancers linked to the human papillomavirus. When it was […]

The continued spread of the childhood obesity epidemic means more parents than ever are raising children who are struggling with their weight, and those children are more likely than not […]

Growth charts and development milestones are standard equipment for every parent, so it is normal for parents to be concerned if they notice their child is growing less than other […]

Dr. Donna Robinson of MedConsult Clinic addresses common concerns about children’s vaccination schedule. Vaccination schedules can be very confusing, especially if your child has grown up in several countries that have different […]

Children can start getting their permanent adult teeth around five or six years old, so it’s important that they learn how to properly care for their teeth from an early […]