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Mallet, hammer, and claw toes are among the most common foot problems. They are often caused by wearing shoes that are too short or heels that are too high.

Having sex is a serious decision that you should think about carefully. If you decide to have sex, your healthcare provider can help you decide which type of birth control is best for you. Some of the most common types are described below.

Rubber (latex) or polyurethane condoms help protect you from HIVS and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). They can also help prevent pregnancy. Here are instructions on correct use.

Each part of your body has its own job. You have certain parts that are protected on the inside of your body. When the time comes, they help create and support a growing baby. Other parts are on the outside. They are called genitals or private parts. You can see them with the help of a mirror.

You may notice signs that your period is coming for a week or two before it starts. Most of these signs go away soon after each period begins. You may have some, all, or none of the signs.

During your period, pads and tampons absorb the flow and protect your clothes from stains. They come in many styles. Some absorb more than others. To learn how to use them, read the package instructions and check with an adult.

A total artificial heart is a pump implanted in your chest to take over the job of your failing heart. It’s a temporary device until you can receive a heart transplant with a donor heart. Read on to learn more.

A substance-induced anxiety disorder is when a person has panic attacks or other anxiety symptoms caused by one or more substances.

When your doctor is certain that you no longer need a tracheostomy (trach) tube to help you breathe, they will remove the tube from your neck and windpipe (trachea). This procedure is called decannulation.