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February 2011 Caring for a Girl With an Illness or DisabilityView this newsletter in your browser
And don’t forget to check out our tips on taking care of yourself if you’re worn down by the demands on you.
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If you take care of a girl with an illness or a disability, you know it can be tough. You may need to help with daily care, doctor’s visits, and school setbacks. And you may also face the usual dramas of teen life! But you can be a terrific source of support to the girl in your life. In the new girlshealth.gov section on 
This month brings Valentine’s Day, when a girl’s thoughts may turn to love. Help her build healthy relationships by looking together at girlshealth.gov’s sections on 
Content last updated February 01, 2011
