March 2026

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  • Illustration of a child getting mouth swabbed with bacteria in the background.

    The World Inside Your Mouth

    How Mouth Microbes Affect Your Health

    Did you know that billions of tiny germs called microbes live inside your mouth? Research into these microscopic microbes might lead to new ways to prevent and treat many illnesses.
  • Illustration of a doctor checking a man's stomach.

    Handling a Hernia

    When Something Slips Out of Place

    If you have a bulge in your abdomen or groin area, you may have a hernia. Find out what puts you at risk and how to prevent and treat it.

Contributors to this issue: 

  • Brandon Levy
  • Sarah Mann
  • Erina He, Illustrator

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