Hyaline Cartilage. Allows growth of long bones; provides rigidity with some flexibility in the trachea, bronchi, ribs, and nose; forms strong, smooth, yet somewhat flexible articulating surfaces; forms the embryonic skeleton.
The Benefits Resource Center is a secure website that provides personalized information about your medical, dental, life, disability and the tax-advantaged plans (health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and commuter benefits).
National Health Information Center. The National Health Information Center (NHIC) is sponsored by ODPHP. NHIC supports public health education and promotion by maintaining a calendar of National Health Observances. In addition, NHIC helps connect health professionals and consumers to the organizations that can best answer their questions by providing up-to-date contact information for the most reliable resources.