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From the Heart: Our Stories (Video)
In this video, hear from four kids and teens who are living — and thriving — with heart conditions.
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Dwarfism: Emily’s Story (Video)
Emily was born with a type of dwarfism. In this video, she talks about the challenges of being a little person, and how she overcomes the many hurdles she faces.
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From the Heart: Parents Talk (Video)
Hear what's worked well for these families, who have kids who are living with heart conditions.
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Kids & Teens Talk About Life (Video)
In this video series, kids & teens talk about their experiences with bullying, stress, family life, managing health problems, staying fit, eating right — and what it means to be in love.
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How to Read a Nutrition Facts Label (Video)
These labels, usually found on the back of food packages, can be hard to understand. Here's how to read them.
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Kids Talk About Marriage & Divorce
What makes a good marriage? What's it like to live in a blended family or with divorced parents? Hear kids talk about what they love about family and what frustrates them.
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Kids Talk About Friends
Learn what qualities kids look for in a friend.
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Kids Talk About Bullying (video)
Hear what kids say about being bullied, and how they handle it.
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Kids Talk About Crushes
Even young kids can be sweet on someone. Hear what kids say about the one who makes their heart go pitter-patter.
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Kids Talk About Death
Kids talk about what it feels like to lose a loved one, and how they handle their grief and help others.
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Kids Talk About Siblings
Whether siblings bicker all the time or are the best of friends, they still love each other. Hear what kids have to say about having a brother or sister.
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Teens Talk About Family (Video)
Hear what these teens love about family, and what frustrates them.
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Teens Talk About Love (Video)
Hear teens' take on love, marriage, divorce, dating, and breakups.
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Teens Talk About Health (Video)
Hear from teens who are managing health problems, and find out how they take care of their health.
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Teens Talk About Stress (Video)
Here, teens talk about what stresses them out and how they cope.
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Tracheostomy: Parents Talk (Video)
Here, three parents share their tips and experiences on raising a child with a tracheostomy.
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G-Tube: Parents Talk (Video)
In this video, parents discuss caring for a child with a gastrostomy tube (G-tube).
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Sickle Cell Disease: Theresa’s Story (Video)
Find out what works for this teen when it comes to living with - and managing - her disease.
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Sickle Cell Disease: Mike’s Story (Video)
Learn how this teen helps manage his disease and stay on top of his game.
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Scoliosis: Teens Talk (Video)
Two teens talk about what it's like to have scoliosis, and how treatment has helped them look and feel better.
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Diabetes: Parents Talk (Video)
Hear what parents have to say about raising kids with diabetes, and learn what works for their families.
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Losing Weight: Brandon’s Story (Video)
Brandon, 17, has lost 70 pounds through better eating and exercise. Learn what inspires him to stay on track.
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Weight Loss Surgery: Stacie’s Story (Video)
After struggling with weight gain and resulting health problems, one teen decides to make a change.
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Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Steven’s Story (Video)
A teen athlete talks about why he won't let his condition take him out of the game.
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The NICU: Parents Talk (Video)
Hear from parents whose babies were in the NICU, and learn how they managed their lives during this stressful time.
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Video: Qué pasa en la diabetes?
Video: Qué pasa en la diabetes?
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Video: Cómo el asma afecta la respiración
Video: Cómo el asma afecta la respiración
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Video: What Happens During an Asthma Flare-Up?
Video: What Happens During an Asthma Flare-Up?
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Video: What Happens in Diabetes?
Video: What Happens in Diabetes?
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Diabetes: Lindsey’s Story (Video)
A preteen talks about living with diabetes, and how she's learned to help manage the condition.
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Diabetes: Grace’s Story (Video)
An active preteen talks about how she doesn't let diabetes slow her down.
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Diabetes: DJ’s Story (Video)
A teen talks about living with diabetes, and how the condition inspires him to make better lifestyle choices.
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Diabetes: Marco’s Story (Video)
A teen talks about living with diabetes, and how managing his condition has become a regular part of his day.
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Asthma Story: Alexis (Video)
A 12-year-old swimmer talks about how she balances asthma care with her busy life.
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Asthma Story: Monica (Video)
An active teen talks about how she doesn't let asthma slow her down.
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Asthma Story: Jordan (Video)
A teen talks about living with asthma, and how the condition motivates him to be active.
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Asthma: Parents Talk (Video)
Hear what parents have to say about raising kids with asthma.
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Cancer: Parents Talk (Video)
Four sets of parents - all of whom have children who survived cancer - talk about their kids' journey as well as their own.
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Cancer: Franklen’s Story (Video)
Franklen, 10, a cancer survivor, shares his journey from diagnosis to recovery. He also gives advice to other patients, like trusting in one's health team and remembering to laugh.
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Cancer: Rose’s Story (Video)
Rose, 8, talks about her experiences as a cancer survivor, and her dreams for the future.
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Cancer: Jen’s Story (Video)
Jen, 16, looks forward to living a normal life when her treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is over. She shares her thoughts on what it's like to have chemo, the changes she's made in her life, and the importance of friends and family.
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Cancer: DJ’s Story (Video)
DJ, 18, was diagnosed with a type of leukemia when he was 7. Here he talks about how he coped and offers advice on dealing with school, staying motivated, and finding the right way to relax.
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Helping Sam Hear: A Family’s Journey (Video)
When 3-month-old Sam was diagnosed with profound hearing loss, his parents found hope when they learned that a cochlear implant might help Sam gain the ability to hear. Learn about their journey.