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Osteoporosis Resource Centers: What Is Osteoporosis?

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is offered by an organization of physicians' offices in the Mid-Atlantic region for educating the public as well as the diagnosis, treatment and management of osteoporosis.
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Conditions of the Knee

For Students 9th - 10th
A physician offers information about common knee conditions like knee arthritis, meniscal cartilage tear and conditions affecting a runner.
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Quackwatch: Scoliosis

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to describing different types of scoliosis, this article examines some of the treatment options associated with scoliosis. Learn what kind of treatments are best for fixing smaller and larger spine curvatures.
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Bone Builders Volunteers in Maricopa County

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is offered by a cooperative extension office that is training volunteers to teach women how to build strong bones and prevent osteoporosis.
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Kids Health: Treating Scoliosis

For Students 9th - 10th
Here, read about how scoliosis is treated through surgery and the use of a brace. This website presents one girl's experience with scoliosis and its treatment.
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The Lupus Site: Lupus

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The Lupus Site provides great information on the autoimmune disease known as Lupus. Links to additional information are provided, such as symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, lupus news, surveys, and factsheets.
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Kids Health: Osteoporosis

For Students 3rd - 8th
When someone's bones weaken they are said to have osteoporosis. Learn all about the different types, signs and symptoms, and how it is treated. Find out what you can do to prevent getting it as an adult.