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… the bumps are present. If these symptoms appear around the eyes, they may be treated to prevent irritation. Treatment … care provider. These medications can produce unwanted side-effects and are only considered when cryotherapy and curettage do not work. If you …
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… and vomiting, loss of appetite, tenderness to right upper side of the stomach area, dark urine, pale stools, joint pain and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). Many people who get hepatitis B show no symptoms and …
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… However, pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish to consider the use of non-chemical methods as a first line of … to reduce the chance of getting the repellent in their eyes and mouths Apply the repellent only on exposed skin or … face. Try to avoid getting it around your mouth or in your eyes. If you do get repellent in your eyes, flush well with …
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… Residential hot tubs and pools: Health and safety tips Last … a number of serious infections, such as severe skin rashes, eye and ear infections, and pneumonia. How can I make sure … tub or pool as safe and enjoyable as possible, always consider the following precautions: Cleanliness and …
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… hay fever-like symptoms (such as runny, itchy nose, watery eyes and sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a … If they are nauseated or vomiting, lay them on their side. Do not make them sit or stand up. If they are having … to help my child with a severe food allergy stay safe? Consider having your child wear MedicAlert® identification. …
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… age range. For some children, the family may want to consider a more goal-oriented approach. At a minimum, your … approaches and strategies for toilet learning should be considered. How can I introduce the idea of toilet learning? To … may be needed until preschool age. Teach girls to wipe from front to back Teach your child to wash their hands after …
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… can go up in the summer months, making it feel hotter outside than normal. Extreme heat happens when the heat and … you do not have an air-conditioned space in your home, consider staying with friends or family who have … it to move air around the room. Try putting an ice tray in front of the fan. Keep in mind that fans might not help to …
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… disease, including: People 65 years of age and older Residents of long-term care and assisted living facilities … given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. For information on Reye syndrome, visit HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye syndrome . It …
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… to foods that cause allergic reactions among the residents in care Having a care plan in place for each resident with a food allergy that includes a copy of their … hay fever-like symptoms (such as runny, itchy nose, watery eyes and sneezing), trouble swallowing Heart : signs of a …
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… given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. For more information on Reye Syndrome, see HealthLinkBC File #84 Reye Syndrome . It is important to stay in the clinic for 15 …