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BMI (body mass index) is a calculation that estimates how much body fat a person has based on their weight and height. The doctor checks BMI at all routine checkups. Because BMI changes with age, ...

Chris just found some good stuff on the Web for his science report about sharks. He highlights a paragraph that explains that most sharks grow to be only 3 to 4 feet long and can't hurt people. Chris ...

What Is Scheuermann's Kyphosis? Scheuermann's kyphosis (kye-FOH-sis) is a condition affecting the upper back. It makes the upper back rounded so it looks hunched over. It's sometimes called ...

Medically reviewed by: Larissa Hirsch, MDThis link will open in a new window Learn About Ophthalmology (Eye Care) at Nemours Children's HealthThis link will open in a new window A tear duct is a small ...

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