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… page: Overview Overview When people use a tanning bed or booth or a sunlamp to get a tan, it's … feel that a tan makes them look good and that a tan looks "healthy." But being exposed to the light from tanning beds … Indoor tanning, especially if used before age 35, increases your risk for all these skin cancers. And indoor tanning …
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… Started Here are some tips for children's dental care. Use a soft cloth to clean your baby's gums. Start a few days after birth, and do this … remains after brushing. You can get these tablets at most drugstores. If your child age 6 or older has cavities, ask …
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… page: Overview Overview Wash your hands often and prepare foods properly to reduce the … fingernails. Rinse your hands well under running water. Use a clean towel to dry your hands, or air-dry your hands. … to 90% ethyl alcohol or isopropanol. Most supermarkets and drugstores carry these products. Carry one or both with you …
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… Overview Time-out means that you remove your child from a stressful situation for a short period of … It works best when children understand why it is being used. When should you use a time-out? Time-out works best … Tantrums Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… Intermittent catheterization programs (ICPs) are often used when you have the ability to use a catheter yourself or someone can do it for you. You insert the … in Men Current as of: March 1, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family …
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… when they get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each day. Sleep gives your brain time to grow and repair cells and rebuild your energy. Lack of sleep over time can cause sleep deprivation, or sleep debt. This affects your … and Older Current as of: November 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Kathleen Romito MD - Family …
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… or face mask. This sends the medicine directly to your airways and lungs. Depending on your needs, you can get … parts that need to be washed and air-dried each time you use them. What is it used for? A nebulizer may be used to … Disease) Current as of: November 14, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson MD - …
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… Controlling the Itch Actionset Overview When you or your child has chickenpox , the rash that develops can be … stay with young children when they are in a bathtub. Do not use soap, or use only a mild soap. Soaps that are made for … Changes Current as of: October 31, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: John Pope MD - Pediatrics …
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… breast milk Last updated August 12, 2012 Once you have your breastfeeding routine well established - typically … a video on how to express breast milk. You may decide to use a manual or electric pump for one of two reasons: Essential: You need to pump because your baby cannot breastfeed or cannot breastfeed well …
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… first year Last updated August 13, 2013 For safe seating, your baby needs a chair that's right for his or her age and … baby will make mealtimes easier and more fun for everyone. Use the following tips to check the safety of baby chairs: … is over 13.5 kg (30 lb) or is very active Useful resources: HealthLink BC: Quick tips: baby-proofing your home … For …
