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Children and teens should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day.
TRUE. Both the body and mind need physical exercises to function at their best.
Only people with light skin need to use sunscreen.
FALSE. It's important for everyone to use sunscreen (SPF, 30) and sunglasses to protect the skin and eyes from UV rays.
Dark yellow urine is a sign that someone is well-hydrated.
FALSE. Producing darker urine, along with producing less urine, having a dry or sticky mouth and feeling tired, thirsty, dizzy and/ or light headed are signs of dehydration.
Drinking alcohol as a teen could interfere with normal brain development.
TRUE. Important brain development occurs during the teen years and into the 20s.
It's possible to harm your body by working out too much.
TRUE. Intense workouts every day may not give the body enough time to recover.
If a person has acne, they should scrub their face 3-4 times a day.
FALSE. Washing too much- or scrubbing too hard or with harsh soap- can actually dry out or irritate the face, which can make acne worse.
FALSE. A person doesn't stop getting sick just because they turn 18.
Smokeless tobacco does not have serious health consequences.
FALSE. Smokeless doesn't mean harmless. There's no such thing as a "safe" tobacco product.
Brushing your teeth twice a day for at least 2 minutes helps prevent cavities and bad breath.
TRUE. Teeth should be brushed at least once in the morning and once before bed.
FALSE. Exercise benefits every part of the body, including the mind.
A doctor who specializes in the skin is called a dermatologist.
TRUE. Acne can be treated by a primary care, or general, doctor, or it may be treated by a dermatologist.
When a food label says "all natural", that does not automatically mean it's good for you.
TRUE. Something that is "all natural" or :pure is not necessarily nutritious.
Tobacco is linked to at least 12 types of cancer.
TRUE. These include; lung, voice box, throat, mouth, esophagus, stomach, pancreas, kidney, and many more.
Its safe to have a friend do a piercing on your body as long as the equipment was sterilized with alcohol.
Whenever part of the body is pierced, there's a risk of infection, prolonged bleeding, scarring, tetanus and sometimes even nerve damage.
Detox diets are one of the best ways to lose weight and stay healthy because they cleanse toxins from the body.
FALSE. Detox diets don't help people lose fat.
At the beginning of the summer, it's a good idea to get sunburn so that it fades to a tan and creates a "base layer" that will prevent you from burning in the future.
FALSE. Sunburns damage skin cells and increase a person's risk of devloping skin cancer.
Parents/guardians can see a young person's medical records until they are 21 years old.
FALSE. After 18, if a person wants their parents/guardians or another adult to help with their care, they need to sign a document that gives them access to their records.
Tobaccos smokes includes only 69 chemicals known to cause cancer.
FALSE. Examples of chemicals in tobacco smoke include arsenic, which is used in rat poison; carbon monoxide which is released in car exhaust fumes; formaldehyde, which is found in embalming fluid; and tar, which is used to pave roads.
Doctors recommend using feminine hygiene sprays.
FALSE. It is not recommended by health care providers.
It is best to avoid snacks between meals.
FALSE. Health snacking is good and can help you get the vitamins and nutrients you need and help keep your energy level high and your mind alert.
For someone experiencing pimples and/ or acne, using special cleansing product with ingredients such as Acetylated Lanolin may help.
FALSE. Lanolin is a natural ingredient produced by sheep's skin to keep their wool soft.
What is breast self-examinations?
Check for small lumps that should be examined by a doctor.
What is heat, excerise and over-the-counter pain medicines?
Can provide relief from cramps caused by menstruations or having a period.
What is the importance of regular bathing?
Cleanses the genital's and keeps them odor-free