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… Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) On this page: Health Tools … cases it is especially important to see a doctor. Young children with pink eye may also have an ear infection, so … Use clean linens, towels, and face cloths each day. Some schools ask that children with pink eye be kept at home …
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… Cradle Cap On this page: … rinse well, and gently towel dry. Growth and Development, Newborn Newborn Rashes and Skin Conditions Rash, Age 11 and Younger Scalp Problems Current as of: …
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… Teen Relationship Abuse On this page: Overview Overview If you want to … are also more likely to take sexual risks, do poorly in school, and use drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. They are also … Talk to your parents or another adult family member, a school counsellor, or teacher. Or you can call Kids Help …
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… HIV: Stages of Infection On this page: Overview Overview The … for HIV infection among adults, adolescents, and children aged < 18 months and for HIV infection and AIDS …
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… Complications of Ear Infections On this page: Overview Overview Complications … to moderate. Long-lasting hearing loss is rare. But some children may have problems learning to talk and understand … may develop if there are repeat ear infections: Tissue growth behind the eardrum. Damage to the tiny bones in the …
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… Cheryl's Story: Dealing With Depression On this page: Cheryl's Story Cheryl's Story … her first bouts of depression came when she was in middle school, but it wasn't called that then. Sadness and feeling down were just part of life. "I was one of 10 children," Cheryl recalls, "and we didn't really get along …
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… Kawasaki Disease On this page: … can be severe for several days. But with treatment, most children return to normal activities. Kawasaki disease can … The disease is most common in children younger than age 5. It does not spread from child to child (is not …
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… Preventing Choking On this page: Overview Overview Don't drink too … thoroughly. Do not give popcorn, nuts, or hard candy to children younger than 4, and supervise older children when … that may cause choking, such as marbles or jacks. Look for age guidelines when selecting toys for children. Do not let …
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… Newborn Rashes and Skin Conditions On this page: What … common among darker-skinned newborns. They usually fade by school age, but they may never disappear entirely. Port-wine … common among darker-skinned newborns. They usually fade by school age, but they may never disappear entirely. Port-wine …
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… Thinking About Child Safety On this page: Overview Overview As children grow and develop, the safety of the home needs to … Ages 2 to 5 Years Health and Safety, Birth to 2 Years Preschoolers: Helping Your Child Explore Citations …
