Health

If you're in the sex industry and looking for a way out, there's no need to brave the transition alone. The Adult Industry Medical Health Care Foundation is a resource for people at all stages of involvement with the adult film industry. AIM offers medical treatment, HIV and STD testing, counseling and support-group programs.

Are you accidentally putting your health at risk?

We know you're healthy ladies. And between the working out and the teeth whitening and the daily vitamin taking, you're doing oodles to look and feel your best. But chances are, you're also doing things that your gynecologist, gym teacher and mom never told you could be bad for you ... down there. (Dun-duhn!) From what's in your panty drawer to being too clean (yes, it's possible!), we've got the secret health hazards docs think you should know about.

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If you have a parent who's an alcoholic, it scary and sad, but you don't have to deal with it on your own. And you certainly don't have to wait for your mother or father to go to rehab to get help for yourself. If someone in your family is an alcoholic, meet with other teens at Alanon or Alateen, where you'll find people who share your fears and frustration.

When you reach out, you'll find the tools to help you cope and live a happy life -- whether your loved one stops drinking or not. For more information CLICK HERE.

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We put the "big-boned" theory to the test. What do you think: fact or fiction?
Some of us have been saying it for years: "I'm not fat. I'm just big boned!" But is there any truth to it? Are some of us just born with bigger bones than those super-slim model types? Here's what docs have to say:

Some ladies are big-boned. The catch? Only about 20 percent of women actually have bigger frames. And those women are usually really, really tall and much more muscular than your average woman. (The tennis champ Williams sisters come to mind!)

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Four ways to banish your bad mood!

Are you taking a slow ride on the Sad Express? Summer doldrums got you down in the dumps? Here are four fun fixes to boost your self-esteem and get you back onboard the happy train!

Move It or Lose It One of the best ways to beat the blues is to outrun them. So go for a quick jog, do some yoga, take a walk in the park or channel Shakira for a hip-shaking salsa session in front of the mirror. Beyond the endorphin boost, scientists say that physical distraction can free up your brain to solve problems that are stressing you.

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Should bridesmaids have to get Botox and breast implants?First she forced you to buy a dorky dress. Then she insisted you wear your hair in an ugly updo. Now some bridezillas are demanding that their bridesmaids get Botox and breast implants. Has nuptial nuttiness gone too far?

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Don't believe your eyes when it comes to oily skin.

Could you solve the oil crisis with what's shining on your nose? Blech! Oily skin can leave you feeling gross and cause blemishes all over your face. But before you try to stop Mount St. Hell-NO from developing on the end of your nose, read this!

Oil Does Not Equal Oily Skin!
Your skin has oil, but that doesn't make it oily skin. Healthy skin contains fantastic natural oils necessary to keep your skin supple, glowing and young looking. It's part of nature's grand plan to keep you fabulous -- unless you get in the way. Frequent use of astringents, detergents and soaps can strip your skin of good oils, which can actually create the appearance of oily skin.

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If you're sure you want to go forward with plastic surgery, you must look further than the yellow pages. Dr. Jay Calvert urges you to keep these tips in mind when researching a plastic surgeon.

Ask for Referrals: Talk to your primary care doctor, family and friends -- or patients you know who have had good plastic surgery experiences. The best referrals come from trusted sources.

Check Board Certification: Check the doctor's status of board certification in the field of plastic surgery at the American Board of Medical Specialties.

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