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… Other symptoms can include skin flushing and rashes. As children tend to drink more water per unit of body weight … more exposure to arsenic in drinking water. As a result, children may be at greater risk of illness when higher …
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… repeats sounds, or babbles Mimics simple actions of other children or people Shows strong feelings and emotions about … person, thing, or sound Enjoys playing alone and near other children By 36 months, enjoys pretend play with others May …
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… is designed to protect pregnant women, infants and children as they are the most vulnerable. It is based on … size and hearing of developing fetuses, infants and young children. The health impact depends on many factors …
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… It is recommended that parents or guardians and their children discuss consent for immunization. Children under the age of 19, who are able to understand the …
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… helps carry oxygen to all parts of your body. Babies and children need iron for healthy growth and development, … intake to 12 per month for adults and 1.5 per month for children. Nutrition Series Heart Healthy Eating for People …
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… iodine sensitivity) associated with long-term iodine use. Children and pregnant women are especially sensitive and … of water Brushing your teeth Filling pet dishes Bathing children - give sponge baths using disinfected water if it …
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… Home isolation will help stop the spread to others. Young children and people with weak immune systems are at the … have contagious TB disease Do not have visitors, especially children and people with weak immune systems Do not use …
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… there are symptoms of unexplained or repeated infections in children. How is it spread? The sexually transmitted … Other than the usual symptoms of urethritis, adults or children may also experience: Abdominal pain Unwillingness …
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… affects the nerves that control muscle movement. Babies and children with SMA may have difficulty with swallowing, … taken. The blood sample is sent to the laboratory at BC Children’s hospital for testing. The same blood sample is …
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… provider to remove it. Be sure to check for ticks on your children and pets if they have been out in an area where … and behind the knees. Have someone help you check young children Regularly check household pets that go into tall …
