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Psalams 139:13-16

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Even though skin is exposed to the harsh environment, it is very sensitive and fragile Three important things to take care of skin: 1. keep it clean 2. keep it moist 3. keep it protected

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Common Skin Problems Acne- pores of the skin become clogged with oil Wash twice daily Use moisturizers sparingly Eat balanced diet Dont squeeze and pick at acne, will make it worse Avoid touching your face, it leaves oil Dont rub areas inflamed areas with washcloth/towel Warts growth on the skin caused by a virus Eczema itchy, scaly, inflamed skin Psoriasis over production of skin cells, result in large red scaly patches of skin

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Your hair is made up of dead cells! Hair resides in small pockets called follicles, when hair cells die, they are forced out of the follicle and new hair cells form to take their place Common Problems: Dandruff flaking of the outer layer of dead skin cells Head lice insects that live in your hair

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Common Eye Problems Farsightedness can se far, but not close Nearsightedness- can see near, but not far Astigmatism distorted vision Pinkeye an infection causing inflamation

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Taking Care of Your Ears Protect ears from the weather Avoid loud noises Use earplugs when around loud devices Keep small/sharp objects away from ears Have regular hearing exams Ear Problems Infections- inflammation of ear canal Earaches pain in the ear/throat Motion sickness feeling of dizziness/nausea, caused by ear moving around, confusing the brain

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As an adult you will have 32 teeth, and that is it! Problems: Gingivitis gum disease caused by build up of plaque and tartar Plaque grainy, sticky coating that forms on your teeth Brush regularly to limit, and have teeth cleaned to remove build ups Cavity- tooth decay that leaves hole through tooth

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Care Brush/floss regularly (2x per day) Avoid sugary foods Replace tooth brush after illness, or when worn Receive regular check-ups

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Common Problems Blister- caused by rubbing against foot, a water- filled pouch forms at contact spot Corn overgrowth of skin on toe Callus hard thick part of skin on foot Bunion bump on the inside of the foot near the big toe Most of these are caused by poor fitting shoes Athletes foot fungus growing in warm/moist places of foot, very contagious In-grown nails nails cut into the skin