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… or lower back. Psoriasis is most common in adults. But children and teens can get it too. How can you protect your … psoriasis in most people. But too much sun exposure can damage the skin and cause skin cancer. Also, sunburns can … psoriasis in most people. But too much sun exposure can damage the skin and cause skin cancer. Also, sunburns can …
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… Organizing Your Medical Records On this page: Getting Started What to Keep … of childbirth, if you're a woman. This includes how many children you've had and any miscarriages, caesarean sections, or abortions you've had. Your …
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… with a regular spacer has a mouthpiece that some younger children find hard to use. But a mask spacer that fits over … with a regular spacer has a mouthpiece that some younger children find hard to use. But a mask spacer that fits over …
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… Anabolic Steroids On this page: What are anabolic … Shrink the testicles. Cause you not to be able to father children. Enlarge the breasts. In women, anabolic steroids … if the drug was tainted with bacteria. Irritability, rage, aggression, violence, uncontrolled high energy (mania), …
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… Positional Plagiocephaly (Flattened Head) On this page: … Flat head syndrome doesn't hurt your baby. And in most children it goes away on its own when the child can sit and … the next night. Alternate each night after that. This encourages your baby to turn his or her head a different way to …
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… Ticks: How to Avoid and Remove Ticks On this page: Overview Overview Most ticks do not … pets for ticks after they have been outdoors. Check your children daily for ticks, especially during the summer … with a thin layer of antiseptic cream, and a non-stick bandage.  Some ticks are so small it is hard to see them. This …
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… Choosing a Health Care Provider On this page: Overview Overview Choosing a doctor … family doctor is a good choice for primary care. For children and teens, a board-certified pediatrician or family … working relationship with the doctor? Does the doctor encourage you to take an active part in your care? Talk with your …
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… Safe Water for Mixing Infant Formula On this page: Overview Overview Check … a limited amount of fluoride. Too much fluoride can stain children's teeth and may be toxic. If you have concerns … by boiling the water. You can call local and provincial agencies to get more information on the safety of your …
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… Quick Tips: Getting Active at Home On this page: Get started Get started It's best … Rake leaves or shovel snow. Dance. Play actively with your children. Vigorous aerobic activities you can do from home: … Rake leaves or shovel snow. Dance. Play actively with your children. Vigorous aerobic activities you can do from home: …
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… too hot or too cold. Always store them out of the reach of children. Watch for side effects. Ask your doctor or … too hot or too cold. Always store them out of the reach of children. Watch for side effects. Ask your doctor or …