Health Problems of Grown-Ups

We all forget things once in a while. But Alzheimer's disease, a condition some older adults get, is different from everyday forgetting.

Do you know an older person who has cataracts? Find out about this vision problem in this article for kids.

Heart disease, also called cardiovascular disease, mainly affects older people. Find out more in this article for kids.

Find out about breast cancer.

Lou Gehrig's disease refers to a disorder called amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS. Find out more.

Parkinson's disease is a health problem of the brain and spinal cord. Find out more about this condition that most often affects adults.

Do you know an older person whose legs look like a road map with all those blue and purple squiggly lines? They're probably varicose veins.

Wrinkles! Everyone eventually gets at least a few. Find out why in this article for kids.

By age 13, some kids may be ready to babysit. It all depends on how responsible you can be taking care of young kids.

When you can cook by yourself depends on what you like to eat. You’ll need to be a little older to cook hot food.

Coffee and tea often have caffeine, which can be harmful for kids and teens. Find out what’s safe to drink.

It’s against the law in the United States for kids younger than age 14 to have most jobs, but there are exceptions.

You can get a phone when your parents think it’s right the right time. This could be in middle or high school or sooner.

If you’d like to go somewhere with just your friends, it can be a lot of fun as long as you plan ahead and stay safe.

If you’d like to go to a sleepover, talk to your parents. But it’s OK to say, “No,” to a sleepover if you don’t feel ready.

Parents decide when kids can go to sleepaway camp. Some kids are ready around age 7 or 8, but others may be ready later.

It’s not a good idea for kids to be on social media. Many risks can make it unsafe. Here's what you should know.

Some video games are for young kids while others are for grown-ups. If your parents let you play, read these tips.

Think you're ready to shave your face? It depends on when your facial hair starts coming in and how much of it you have.

Kids who are starting to go through puberty may notice new hair on their legs or in their armpits. Some may want to shave it and others may not be bothered by it. Here's what to know about shaving.

You can use deodorant whenever you start smelling stinky. This often happens as your body starts going through puberty.

Most kids need just three skin care products. You can start using them now if your parents say it’s OK.

Your parents usually get to decide when you’re old enough to wear makeup. You’ll look best if you don't use too much.

While crushes (romantic feelings towards someone) can happen in grade school, kids in middle school may talk about “going out.” Here’s what you should know.

Can you imagine yourself with gray hair someday? Find out why it happens in this article for kids.