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… for healthy development. This also prevents temporary flat spots that may develop on the back of a baby’s head. Place … a soft mattress, couch, chair, air mattress, pillow, sheepskin, duvet or quilt, or waterbed. To prevent a baby from …
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… wingless insects that live on the scalp, feeding on blood. They lay eggs (nits) on hair close to the scalp that … lice from moving, making them easier to find Sit your child under a bright light; a magnifying glass may help you see …
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… What is impetigo? Impetigo is a bacterial infection of the skin caused by either Staphylococcus aureus (staph) … caused when bacteria enter the body through breaks in the skin, such as scrapes, cold sores, insect bites or patches … cases, the bacteria that cause impetigo can get into the bloodstream and cause kidney disease. How is it spread? …
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… mobile as they develop Infants and toddlers have thinner skin than adults (the top layer of a child’s skin gets thicker as they develop), so burns and scalds can … following the injury Prominent, raised scars Tight scarred skin as the child grows, restricting movement. Surgery is …
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… water: those that service drinking water supply systems under permit by the local health authority (2 or more … you are a water supplier and have responsibilities under the Drinking Water Protection Act ( … too. The safety of your well water depends on surface and underground geology, the depth and construction of the well, …
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… Were born premature, before 37 weeks of pregnancy, and are under 2 months of age (corrected age) Weighed less than 2500 grams at birth and are under 2 months of age Have a weakened immune system, meaning …
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… an evacuation plan to a local medical facility with a safe blood supply What immunizations should I have before I … there is a higher risk for pregnant women to develop a blood clot in the leg, also called deep vein thrombosis … time Fever Severe headache, visual problems, or pink eye Skin rash Joint and muscle pain For more information For …
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… “hee-muh-glow-bin”). Hemoglobin is found in your red blood cells and helps carry oxygen to all parts of your … cooked 125 mL (1/2 cup) 1.5 to 2.1 Potato, baked with skin 1 medium 1.9 Bagel ½ bagel 1.9 Seaweed, agar (dried) 8 … with High Cholesterol (#68a) Healthy Eating to Lower High Blood Pressure (#68b) Iron and Your Health (#68c) Iron in …
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… beverage. They’re not suitable alternatives for children under the age of 2. Only offer them if your child is over 2 … with these key nutrients. Iron Iron helps the body make red blood cells, which is important for growth and brain … yogurt Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 helps keep nerves and red blood cells healthy. It’s only found naturally in animal …
