My nails are painted 24/7. Is that bad?

Is it bad for my nails to always have polish on them? If you can’t live without your weekly mani, don’t worry: Polish isn’t harmful to the health of your nails, says Dr. Vivian W. Bucay, a dermatologist and...

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The truth about teens and prescription pills

Fact: Prescription painkiller abuse is on the rise in teens. Some do it to escape stress. Others fall to peer pressure. Many admit they’re easy to get. But what most don’t realize are the consequences that might come from taking...

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Why you sleep like the living dead

You know how it goes: You can’t get out of bed ‘til Mom drags you out. You fall asleep in homeroom. And pre-calc. And mid-sit-up in gym. If you don’t get a 3 p.m. nap in, you’re pretty sure things...

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Am I sick? I have all the symptoms for a chronic disease!

I think I may have Type 1 Diabetes. I have all the symptoms, but I don't know how to tell my parents. What should I do? Type 1 Diabetes is a serious chronic disease caused by your body being unable to produce...

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Is there any way to make my big feet smaller?

I'm 14 and in my freshman year, and my feet are size 14 womens. I hate having to get boys' shoes and never being able to wear heels or girly shoes. Is there a surgery to make my feet smaller? Up until...

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What's wrong with your shape? (Hint: Nothing!)

Shapewear is a term that’s used to describe tight-fitting undergarments, like Spanx, that make the body appear thinner by keeping tummies and curves tucked in and smoothed over. Spanx used to be thought of as only for older women, but now, girls as...

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