Get your head in the game: Concussions 101

Concussions are serious stuff, and they can really mess up your life if aren’t careful. So before you go jumpin’ into a rough game, know the symptoms of a concussion, and be sure to take yourself outta the competition if your head’s had...

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Not feelin' so hot? Turn up the tunes

Grab your MP3 player and get ready to get a li’l more plugged in. The New York Times is reporting that doctors are delving into the notion that music can help soothe pain. In a study published in December, scientists found that...

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Removing your wisdom teeth might not be a smart move

In April, 17-year-old Jenny Olenick was having her wisdom teeth removed when she died due to lack of oxygen while under anesthesia. Just last week, another teen was found dead in his bed the day after his third molars were taken out. The...

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Bloody nose babe

I've been getting bloody noses a lot. Usually every other day. Sometimes they're so bad I have to sit on the floor because if I stand up I black out. Should I tell a doctor? Yes indeed, babe, it’s time to get...

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Help stop cheerleading injuries

We all know that cheerleading can be super dangerous (think: high-flying stunts, major tumbling). March is National Cheer Safety Month, so all the GL cheerleaders out there and those of you trying to make the squad should take note. Here’s what to do...

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How can I work out with a broken foot?

I have a really big event to go to soon, and I have a little body fat. I need to lose it fast and safely. I also broke my foot, so it is hard to do some exercises. Any tips? Ouch...

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My backpack is killing my back

My back always hurts and my brother who went to the same middle school had back problems. I really don't want my back to get any worse. Hey, girl. I remember lugging around a super-heavy backpack and how much it...

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I always get cramps when I run!

Why is this happening, and can I do anything to avoid them? Running cramps are common—but totally treatable. They’re usually side stitches, which occur when shallow breathing restricts oxygen to the diaphragm. Another culprit? Too-tight muscles. To run pain-free, here are a...

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I injured my knee and can't dance

I am a dancer. It’s basically my life. But in October, I injured my knee and it turns out that I have a broken backbone and scoliosis. I can't dance till July. I have to wear a knee and back...

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I think I have shin splints

I just started running regularly. My lower legs really hurt. What’s up? Shin splints is a fancy term for pain in the lower leg. The key to preventing them is proper training—warm up before running, and stretch afterward. The best...

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