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… Scalp Problems On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … and raw patches on the scalp. Head lice are most common in school-age children. Ringworm . This is a fungal infection of the outer …
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… Teen Balance Responsibilities and Set Priorities On this page: Overview Overview Teens may start working during the high school years, often starting with a summer job. Work … learn how to manage personal finances. Growth and Development, Ages 15 to 18 Years Current …
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… Vegetarian Diets On this page: Overview Eating a Healthy Diet Vegetarian Diets for Children and Teens Overview … children get the energy and nutrients they need for healthy growth. Young children who eat a vegetarian or vegan diet …
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… and Non-Medical Options for Gender Affirmation On this page: Overview Overview Gender identity is your inner sense … know where to find support, check with: Your doctor. Your school counsellor or a trusted teacher. Websites and online … What parents need to know about gender identity Children form their gender identity early. Most children …
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… Sickle Cell Disease On this page: Health Tools Cause Symptoms What … inherited. That means they are passed from parent to child. Children with sickle cell disease have two defective … Children should keep a water bottle with them during school, play, and outings. Eat healthy foods. Healthy eating …
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… may be no better than taking a wait-and-see approach for children who have only a few throat infections a year. Your … may benefit from surgery if he or she is missing a lot of school because of repeated throat infections or has trouble … and follow all instructions on the label. If your child is age 8 or older, he or she can also gargle often with warm …
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… Asthma: How to Overcome Treatment Obstacles On this page: Overview Overview Asthma is a … and other people. Asthma management plan problems for children Reasons children might not follow plan Possible … for treatment. Talk to friends, neighbours, and school administrators about your child's asthma and what …
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… Wellbeing Last updated November 29, 2023 On this page: Mindfulness Connection Healthy mind Featured resources … across B.C., please visit HelpStartsHere.gov.bc.ca , managed by the Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions. You … After labour and care for new moms Baby's Best Chance BC Children’s Hospital: Infant mental health BC Women’s …
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… Tourette Syndrome (TS) On this page: What … (TS) is a brain condition that starts in childhood. Children with TS make sounds or movements that they can't … symptoms. The doctor may want to know if tics are causing school or social problems for your child. There are no tests …
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… from 18-24 months Last updated August 10, 2013 At this age, your toddler is probably happier playing alongside - rather than with - other children. But it's important to introduce new playmates. … it nurtures and supports your child’s social and emotional growth . Here are some more tips for helping your child to …
