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… Hearing loss in children Last updated October 26, 2022 … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Hearing is important for your child’s social and emotional growth. The ability to hear well also supports your child as they learn to talk and …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October … Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children start learning language from the moment they are born. Babies who hear well learn a lot about their world through all of the …
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… armpit (axillary method) In the mouth (oral method) In the ear (tympanic method) In the rectum/bum (rectal method) What … of thermometer you use, make sure to clean them (except ear thermometers) with cool, soapy water and rinse off … children older than 2, temperatures can also be taken by ear or, if the child is able to sit still long enough, by …
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… Hearing loss in adults Last updated March 13, 2024 HealthLink … Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Hearing is one of our most important senses. It helps us to … about danger and to be aware of the world around us. Nearly 1 out of every 4 Canadian adults report some level of …
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… Have small airways Explore the world by putting small objects into their mouths If a child has a medical condition … If the airway is partly blocked, the body tries to clear the airway by coughing. If the airway is completely … and could die. Choking can also happen when foods or objects get stuck in the voice box, vocal chords, lungs or …
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… from influenza. For this reason, seniors aged 65 years and older are advised to get an inactivated influenza vaccine each year. The vaccine is available at no charge. You can find … ill Washing your hands regularly Cleaning and disinfecting objects and surfaces that people touch Promptly disposing of …
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… of common infections include skin and wound infections, ear and sinus infections, and infections in the lymph … including the lungs, joints, and the membranes around the heart and brain. This can cause infections of the blood, … are spread through the air. If you breathe in air or touch objects contaminated with the bacteria you can become …
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… of age and adults. Complications of measles can include: Ear infections Diarrhea Pneumonia Encephalitis (1 in every … become infected when you breathe in these droplets or touch objects contaminated with the virus. The airborne spread of … from 4 days before to 4 days after their rash first appears. If you have measles, you can help prevent spreading it …
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… severe birth defects, including deafness, eye problems, heart defects, liver, spleen and brain damage. This is called … planning on getting pregnant? If you are a woman of childbearing age, make sure you are immune to rubella before … become infected when you breathe in these droplets or touch objects contaminated with the virus. Sharing food, drinks or …
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… Document Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Learn to identify common vision concerns in children younger … to use their eyes. They have to learn how to focus, track objects and use both eyes together. Babies learn eye-hand … position Sensitivity to light Lack of concentration Holding objects too close Complaining of a sore head Avoiding …
