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… set of responsibilities as they grow into young adults, including the ability to legally … use with them. Before you talk to your adult children, learn more about opioids and … Callers are also linked to regional health-care teams for ongoing treatment and …
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… Topic Overview For many young people, using alcohol, drugs, or other … or drugs can affect young people's general health, physical growth, and emotional and … family, your doctor, a school counsellor, an adult relative, a minister or clergy member, or …
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… day. Extreme heat can be harmful to anyone's health, but infants (0-1 year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher … illness much faster than an older child or adult. What signs should I look for? Your …
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… substances or get them on his or her skin. Young children have the highest risk of … for a moment. Many poisonings occur when an adult becomes distracted by the doorbell, a … die. Do not take medicines in front of your young child. Children like to mimic adult …
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… 123 Young children, who are naturally curious and … The most common cause of burns and scalds in young children is from contact with hot drinks … normal function Increased rates of mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression …
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… in regular physical activities because of health concerns. A registered dietitian can … and often begins in high school. Teens and young adults are evaluated and trained for jobs … . … Down Syndrome: Training and Therapy for Young People … Overview People with Down …
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… Overview Why is it important to find health problems early? Screening tests help … Infection Screening Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Type 2 … Infection Screening Alcohol and Drug Use in Young People Tuberculosis (TB) Screening Type 2 …
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… Mental health services are available in British … and youth line Call 250-723-4050 for the adult and elder line Call 1-833-638-4722 for … Call 1-888-403-3123 (toll-free) Supports for young people and families BC Children's …
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… Preventive health means taking proactive steps like … how growth is monitored Healthy living for young adults (15-19 years of age) Preventive … recommended screenings are the same across adult life, there are some additional things …
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… Overview Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug … FDA have not recommended that children and young adults stop using antidepressants. If you have concerns about a child or young adult who is taking an antidepressant, talk to …
