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Types of Cerebral Palsy

a woman supervising a boy with cerebral palsy

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. Cerebral palsy symptoms vary depending on which of the four types of CP a person is experiencing.

Diagnosing Cerebral Palsy

a boy who has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy

There isn't one single test that determines whether a patient has cerebral palsy (CP), a neurological condition that affects a person’s motor control, posture, and development. Learn how cerebral palsy is diagnosed.

Cerebral Palsy Risk Factors

a parent hugging a boy with cerebral palsy

Cerebral palsy is a neurological disorder that occurs when the cerebral cortex, the outer portion of the brain, is damaged or develops abnormally. A number of risk factors can cause brain damage and cerebral palsy.

Cerebral Palsy Signs and Symptoms

a boy experiencing cerebral palsy signs and symptoms

There is a wide variety of signs and symptoms that often accompany cerebral palsy (CP), a neurological condition in which irreversible brain damage notably affects a person’s motor control skills and movements.

Dry Ice in Drinks: Is It Safe?

a drink containing dry ice

Dry ice, which is actually carbon dioxide in a solid form, is popular at parties for its ability to produce bubbly wisps of "smoke." There are, however, a number of guidelines to follow to safely use dry ice in drinks.

What are Dental Caries?

a dentist who has found dental caries in a patient's mouth

Dental caries, which are also known as tooth decay or cavities, are the damaging holes that form in the teeth due to the presence of bacteria in the mouth. Learn more about how to identify and treat dental caries.

Types of STD Testing

a number of STD tests

Awareness of sexual health and STD testing is a growing concern among sexually active adults and adolescents. That’s a good thing, considering that 20 million new sexually transmitted infections occur every year.

STD Testing: Is It for You?

a man who has chosen to undergo STD testing

There are many people who question whether they're candidates for STD testing. By answering a handful of simple health questions, you can determine whether you should undergo this important screening procedure.

Understanding Melanoma

a woman being screened for melanoma

In the past 30 years the number of melanoma cases has increased dramatically, and for this reason it’s important to understand how melanoma develops and what types of treatments are used for this deadly condition.