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… Preschoolers: Building a Sense of Security On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Parents who are dependable, … for parents of preschool children, because children at this age are gaining a basic sense of trust in themselves and in …
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… Food Safety: Storing On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Storing food promptly and … Cook or freeze them. Other foods may have a longer storage time in the refrigerator. Eggs can be stored for 3 to 5 …
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… Scarlet Fever On this page: Related Information What is scarlet fever? … in children and teens, but it can affect people of any age. What causes it? Scarlet fever is caused by …
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… and Developing Your Children's Special Talents On this page: Overview Related Information Overview To build healthy self-esteem , … from trying their best in school and other activities. Engage your children. Talk to them and spend time together. …
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… Vital Signs in Children On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Vital signs include … child is doing. 0 to 12 months old Vital signs for infants ages 0 to 12 months include the following: Heart rate This …
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… Reye Syndrome On this page: Related Information What is Reye syndrome? … a rare but serious disease that most often affects children ages 6 to 12 years old. It can cause brain swelling and …
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… Undescended Testicle On this page: Conditions Basics Related Information Conditions Basics What is an … testicle hasn't dropped by the time he is 6 months of age, your doctor may suggest treatment. What causes it? …
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… Screening for Weight Problems On this page: Overview Related Information Overview Children Doctors … child compares physically to other children of the same age. Doctors update the chart at each routine examination to …
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… Hip Fractures: What Increases Your Risk On this page: Overview Related Information Overview In older adults, hip … cause more fractures—including hip fractures—as people age because, starting at about age 30, bone begins to be …
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… Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis On this page: Conditions Basics Related Information Conditions Basics What is a slipped … socket correctly. The condition is most common in young teenagers. It's more common in boys than in girls. What causes …
