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… risk of serious illness from influenza. This includes: All children 2 years to less than 5 years of age Children 5 to 17 years of age with certain medical … neuromuscular disorders Those who are very obese Indigenous children may be at increased risk of serious illness from …
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… 1 to 2 days. Reactions, including fever, are more common in children under 2 years of age if the Men-B vaccine is given … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … It can also be spread through saliva. Babies and young children can become sick through sharing soothers, bottles …
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… How do I know my child is ready for toilet learning? Most children show interest in learning to use the toilet between … everyone will show interest during this age range. For some children, the family may want to consider a more … independent. However, it is important to keep in mind that children develop and learn new skills at different rates and …
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… risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to … It can also be spread through saliva. Babies and young children can become sick through sharing soothers, bottles or toys used by other children. Older children and adults can become sick through …
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… Common brands include Red Bull® and Rockstar Energy®. Children and teens are the highest consumers of energy … to 400 mg of caffeine per day. The maximum safe amount for children and youth is much lower and depends on their body … are the main source of sugar in the average Canadian diet. Children and youth have the highest daily intake of these …
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… such as child care centers. The risk is greatest for young children who are not yet toilet trained. These children can also spread the infection to other people in … have had cancer treatment may get serious infections. Young children and the elderly may be at greater risk of getting …
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… is a common illness caused by a virus. It mainly affects children between 6 months and 2 years of age. The disease is usually mild. Many children get roseola and recover without feeling sick. What … vomiting, and swollen glands in the neck. However, not all children have these symptoms. When should my child see a …
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… of water (e.g. bathtub). ‘Non-swimmers’ and young children (0-12 years old) need constant supervision by a responsible adult. Keep small children within arm’s reach of a responsible person (at … cannot wear a PFD should always be held by an adult. Older children (12-17 years old) should use the “buddy system.” …
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… disease is caused by enteroviruses. It’s most common in children under 10 years of age, but older children and adults may also get the disease. Cases occur … fingernails or toenails have also been reported, mostly in children, within weeks of having hand, foot and mouth …
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… is given 6 to 12 months after the second dose. In young children, immunization against polio is combined with other … inactivated polio vaccine can also be given to infants and children who have already received protection from … risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to children under 6 months of age without first speaking to …
