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Head lice

… usually found very close to the scalp, at the bottom of the neck and behind the ears. If your child has an itchy scalp …
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Sleep related infant death

… are normally a little cool. Check the back of your baby’s neck, and take off a layer if your baby is sweating or …
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How to take a temperature Children and adults

… appearance and other symptoms such as headache, stiff neck, nausea, and vomiting are generally the most important …
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Shaken baby syndrome SBS

… heavy and large compared to the rest of the body and their neck muscles are not strong enough to support the weight of …
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The harmful effects of second-hand tobacco smoke and vapour

… People who make a plan and combine nicotine replacement therapy with quit coaching generally are more successful in …
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Quitting smoking

… help you quit smoking. Methods include Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), prescription medications and counselling. 4. …
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Shingles vaccine

… get shingles after being immunized, the vaccine can reduce pain, including the type of pain that lasts after shingles. What are the possible … fatigue, shivering, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pain. Acetaminophen (e.g. Tylenol®) or ibuprofen (e.g. …
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A better immunization experience for your child

… for your child's vaccines Vaccines or shots may cause some pain. These tips can lead to a more positive immunization … pressure, squeezing, or poking". Do not use words such as "pain, hurt, or sting" You can say "You need the vaccine to … creams and patches: These products ease the feeling of pain by blocking pain receptors in the skin. Apply the …
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A decision-making guide for patients diagnosed with cataracts

… to 1 week after surgery Better vision Mild redness Less pain or 'sand' feeling >1 week to months after surgery Final … your doctor if: Within 24 hours after surgery Very bad eye pain or headache Nausea/vomiting 24 hours to 1 week after surgery Very bad eye pain Worse redness Worse vision Seeing flashes of light or …
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Gonorrhea

… symptoms can include: Abnormal discharge from the penis Pain or a burning feeling when urinating Itching or … Change in the amount and colour of fluid from the vagina Pain or a burning feeling while urinating Abnormal vaginal … or spotting between periods or after sexual intercourse Pain in the lower abdomen Pain during vaginal sex In both …