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… Type 2 Diabetes in Children On this page: Health Tools What … What is type 2 diabetes in children? Type 2 diabetes is a condition in which a person … the disease develops in children the same way it does in adults. Insulin is a hormone that helps the body's cells use …
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… Children's Growth Chart On this page: Overview Related … and development over time. At each of your child's routine checkups, the doctor will measure: Length (height). A baby's … and development over time. At each of your child's routine checkups, the doctor will measure: Length (height). A baby's …
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… Rashes in the Groin Area Caregiving: Skin Care for Immobile Adults Urinary Incontinence in Men Urinary Incontinence in … Rashes in the Groin Area Caregiving: Skin Care for Immobile Adults Urinary Incontinence in Men Urinary Incontinence in …
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… Stress in Children and Teenagers On this page: Overview Overview Children and teens notice and react to stress in their … their own stress. It is important to recognize stress in children and teens and help them with healthy coping …
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… Congenital Heart Defects in Children On this page: Condition Overview Cause Symptoms … stay healthy and live well. These include getting regular checkups and having a heart-healthy lifestyle. They might … also get recommended vaccines. Antibiotics before certain dental and surgical procedures help prevent endocarditis in …
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… HIV Treatment in Children On this page: Overview Overview … has HIV, it doesn't mean that he or she has AIDS. How do children get HIV? Children can be exposed to the virus in several ways. If a …
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… Cholesterol in Children and Teens On this page: Overview Related … a family history of high cholesterol. Cholesterol tests for children and teens Your child's doctor may suggest a … should have a cholesterol test. Cholesterol levels for children and teens For children and teens: footnote 1 , …
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… Vital Signs in Children On this page: Overview … (97.8 F–99.5 F). 1 to 11 years old Vital signs for children ages 1 to 11 years include the following: Heart … (97.8 F–99.5 F). 12 years and older Vital signs for children ages 12 years and older include the following: …
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… Depression in Children and Teens On this page: Health … What is depression in children and teens? Depression is a serious mental health … be more likely to get depression. What are the symptoms? Children or teens with depression may be sad most of the …
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… Infants, children and youth Last updated December 9, 2024 Overview … Nutritious meals for picky eaters Food safety Younger children are at a higher risk of foodborne illness and … foods should be limited or avoided: Safe Food Handling for Children Ages 5 and Under (PDF, 511KB, Government of Canada …
