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… Vision Screening and Eye Exams for Adults On this page: Overview Overview If you know … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of …
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… Rashes or Sores in the Groin On this page: Overview Overview Rashes in the groin or genital area are usually caused by irritation of the skin from many sources, such as … go away with home treatment. Contact dermatitis A common cause of a rash is contact with a substance that causes …
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… Preschoolers: Building a Sense of Security On this page: Overview Overview Parents who are … especially important for parents of preschool children, because children at this age are gaining a basic sense of trust … explore their world. Parents who are not dependable confuse children and make them insecure or overly cautious of …
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… Cold Exposure: Ways the Body Loses Heat On this page: Overview Overview The body loses heat … 2% of its heat through air conduction. However, water causes more heat loss from the body than air does, so heat can … conduction. Swimming or sitting in cool or cold water can cause the body to lose heat very quickly and increase the risk …
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… Cervical Effacement and Dilatation On this page: Topic Overview Topic Overview Effacement and … down into the pelvis, it pushes against the cervix. This causes the cervix to relax and thin out , or efface. During … Incorporated disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means …
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… and U.S. FDA Advisories for Antidepressants On this page: Overview Overview Health Canada and the … to watch for these behaviours in children. That's because children are less able to control their impulses. They … signs of suicide, talk to your child's doctor. No one should ever stop taking antidepressants suddenly. These …
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… Types of Contact Lenses On this page: Overview Overview Several types of hard … lenses usually need to be replaced after 2 to 3 years of use. Soft contact lenses Soft (silicone hydrogel) lenses are … flexible plastics that absorb water (up to 90% of the lens weight). Many people find them more comfortable to wear than …
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… Type 1 Diabetes: Your Child's Role in Care On this page: Overview Overview Children with type 1 diabetes can and should take part in their treatment. As children get older … own care with appropriate supervision. Teens may choose to use an insulin pump instead of shots. If they use a pump, …
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… Feeding your baby Last updated December 3, 2024 Overview Breastfeeding or chestfeeding is recommended for … Chestfeeding is a term that is becoming more commonly used when discussing infant feeding. It’s often used by … provider before you try adding formula to your baby’s diet. Feeding your baby formula: Before you start …
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… Exercising While Sitting Down On this page: Overview Overview You may already know … ball, such as a therapeutic ball or child's beach ball. Or use a throw pillow. Program C: Seated Exercises With Elastic … or resistance bands, and soup cans or other light hand weights. If you haven't been active in a while, start with 5 …
