Obesity is when a teen has too much body fat. Obesity is a serious, long-term disease.

A child's growth not only involves the length and weight of his or her body, but also internal growth and development.

Herpangina is a very common illness in children. It causes small blisterlike bumps or sores (ulcers) in the mouth.

Bone marrow suppression is when fewer blood cells are made in the marrow. It's a common side effect of some strong medicines, such as chemotherapy.

Most pituitary tumors are not cancer (benign). But they can cause the pituitary to make too few or too many hormones, causing problems in the body. Here's what you should know.

This sheet discusses the effects of ultraviolet light and the increased risk of skin cancer, including the use of sunscreen as one skin cancer prevention method.

Skin cancer can be treated with more success if it's found early. Read on for detailed information on doing your own skin self-exam.

The skin is the body's largest organ. It serves as a protective shield against heat, light, injury, and infection.

Urinary incontinence (UI) is the loss of urine control. You may not be able to hold your urine until you can reach a restroom. It may be a short-term problem caused by another health issue. Or it may be a long-term problem that you’ll have to manage.

Surgery to remove as much of the cancer as possible is the main treatment for breast cancer. Today, women have many surgical options and choices.