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Young Man Becomes First in World to Be Cured of FSGS With New Treatment

Stanford Childrens

He became captain of his high school tennis team and won tournaments. During high school, he had college coaches offering him a place on their teams. On top of that, he was a good student and graduated with high marks. Not only did Traejen play tennis; he played it well. FSGS: A devastating kidney disease.

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Sleep Lesson Plans For Students

PLT4M

Research has found that 73% of high school students don’t get enough sleep based on the 8-10 hours recommended for 14-17-year-olds. Common Sleep Disorders – How various conditions disrupt standard sleep patterns, leading to various physical and mental health issues. What about you?

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Thyroid Trouble in Teens

Teen Health 101

Due to this, it is important for teens to be able to listen to their bodies even under the stress of school and other commitments. Conditions: All thyroid conditions are diagnosed based on blood tests. These factors will show if the condition is autoimmune, cancerous, or another specified issue. A TSH range of 4.5